Director of Assets and Facilities
About The Position
This role supports field operations and project delivery across the organization by owning the systems, processes, and infrastructure behind the work—facilities, tools, equipment, inventory, and fleet. You’ll be responsible for leading strategy and execution across asset management, facilities operations, fleet, and inventory programs that directly impact crew productivity, project profitability, and operational reliability. Success in this role means ensuring teams have the right tools, equipment, vehicles, and facilities—ready when needed, accounted for, and costed accurately, all while upholding KE’s commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who takes pride in building scalable systems and thrives in a fast-moving environment, this position is built for you.
Requirements
- 8–12+ years of experience in assets/equipment, fleet, facilities, inventory, or construction operations
- 3+ years of people leadership experience
- Strong working knowledge of tool and equipment lifecycle management and inventory controls
- Experience managing fleet operations and third-party vendors
- Understanding of job-cost impacts and internal cost recovery
- Experience working with ERP systems; Viewpoint Spectrum experience strongly preferred
- Strong communication skills and the ability to influence field teams without creating unnecessary red tape
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an electrical, mechanical, or trades-based contracting environment
- Experience implementing tool tracking or asset management systems
- Fleet certifications or training (NAFA/CAFM or similar)
- Lean or continuous improvement experience (5S, standard work, Kaizen)
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day facilities operations across offices, shops, and yards, including preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and vendor coordination
- Establish and maintain consistent facility standards that support safety, productivity, and employee experience
- Own the full lifecycle of tools and equipment—from procurement and tracking to maintenance, replacement, and retirement
- Ensure field teams have fast access to tools and equipment while driving accountability and reducing loss
- Manage a broad electrical construction equipment footprint, including specialty tooling, lifts, generators, and heavy equipment
- Build and manage inventory controls for parts, pieces, and consumables, including cataloging, min/max levels, and cycle counts
- Own equipment billing and cost recovery processes in Viewpoint Spectrum to ensure timely and accurate job costing
- Oversee tool tracking systems and evaluate improvements or new solutions as the organization scales
- Own the fleet program and lead the transition to a managed fleet service provider, ensuring uptime, safety, and cost control
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing Assets & Facilities team with clear expectations and accountability
- Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Project Management, Safety, Procurement, and Finance to align support with field needs
- Ensure proper DOT compliance for equipment, including inspections, documentation, and adherence to applicable regulations
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
- HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- 401(k) with competitive company match
- Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
- Paid weekly with competitive wages
- PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
- Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
