Director of Facilities and Engineering

Legends Global•Miami, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues. The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
10–15 years of experience in facilities, engineering, or building operations
Strong technical expertise in HVAC systems, central plant operations, and Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and fire/life safety systems
Experience with preventative maintenance programs, CMMS platforms, and vendor management
Proven leadership experience managing technical teams
Experience managing budgets, contracts, and capital projects
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in large-scale commercial or complex venues such as arenas, stadiums, airports, hospitals, or entertainment facilities preferred
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight of all arena building systems, including HVAC, BAS, electrical, plumbing, and fire/life safety systems
Serve as the technical lead for central plant operations, including chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, pumps, and controls
Oversee operation and optimization of the Building Automation System (BAS) and facility monitoring systems
Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex mechanical and infrastructure issues
Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs to ensure system reliability and performance
Ensure facility readiness for all events, including University Basketball games, concerts, and special events
Maintain proper environmental conditions across all arena spaces, including suites, concourses, and team areas
Lead initiatives to improve system performance, energy efficiency, and operational reliability
Partner on long-term infrastructure planning, capital projects, and lifecycle management of major systems
Lead and manage facilities engineering staff, including technicians, and operators
Establish safety committee and monthly meetings to review incidents and document per Legends SOP’s.
Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and external engineering partners and coordination with the University Facilities Department on all building repairs and budget allocation
Ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA regulations, and building codes
Support emergency response planning and lead infrastructure-related incident response
Monitor departmental budgets, maintenance costs, and operational efficiencies