Director of Facilities

Seattle Seahawks • Renton, WA

239d • $110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

This position focuses on the general management and administrative functions of the Facilities Department at Lumen Field, Lumen Field Event Center and WAMU Theater. Primary areas of responsibility will be oversight of building operations, maintenance and occupational safety in the Facilities Department. The position is responsible for work planning; maintenance management/asset management; development/implementation of standard operating procedures; organizational development and workplace culture; management of all operations/maintenance personnel; human resources coordination and support functions. In addition to the duties related to building operations/maintenance, the position will be responsible for providing input into annual budgets and will be required to monitor/track expenditures.

Requirements

• Experience in managing and leading organized labor groups.
• Experience developing and implementing maintenance plans.
• Experience in handling performance concerns and other sensitive HR issues.
• Leadership experience in a union workforce.
• Experience and demonstrated knowledge of facility systems, maintenance and facility management, preferably in a professional stadium, arena or other public assembly facility.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and organizational ability.
• Ability to perform effectively under significant pressure in a fast-paced operation, including the ability to determine priorities and level of effort needed to fulfill department responsibilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety regulations and/or codes and other federal, state or local laws and regulations related to facility operations, maintenance and construction.
• Effective supervisory skills.
• Ability to partner effectively with human resources to resolve personnel problems; address conflict constructively; to motivate staff; to recommend appropriate solutions and actions to resolve employee performance issues.
• Ability to understand, analyze, summarize and effectively convey technical and financial information.
• Establish objectives, policies and procedures.
• Take individual initiative, accept responsibility and be held accountable.
• Team building initiatives to motivate others and work collaboratively to build effective teams.
• Strong verbal and written communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide program level management of operations.
• Develop, monitor and update annual maintenance plans.
• Prepare formal maintenance plans and reports for First & Goal Inc. leadership and the Public Stadium Authority.
• Direct, lead and supervise all operations and maintenance personnel including adhering to Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Create key performance indicators (KPI's) to ensure efficient operations for work order completion, maintaining maintenance schedules and event day productivity.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop timelines and schedules for multiple projects to minimize impacts on events and other facility operations.
• Prepare and oversee preparation of requests for proposals, invitations to bid and contracts, including construction and service contracts.
• Prepare and present reports and briefing materials for Managing Director of Facilities, senior leadership and others.
• Assist in the development and implementation of asset management systems and practices.
• Provide counsel, guidance and technical direction to staff and/or contractors as assigned by the Managing Director of Facilities.
• Assist in establishing goals and objectives for the facilities department which are consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate inspections with outside regulatory agencies when required.
• Coordinate procurement for building maintenance, repair /major maintenance contracts, as well as service contracts for facility operations.
• Ensure that all building systems (field, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.) meet or exceed all requirements of code, public safety standards and permitting.
• Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures, and checklists to ensure a safe, efficient and professional operation.
• Interpret, monitor and ensure company compliance with Federal, State and local laws, regulations and safety standards.
• Ensure that safety training and proper safety procedures are in place.
• Recommend and/or implement performance improvement measures, both on a programmatic and individual level.
• Manage performance issues, including conducting investigations under the direction of the Managing Director and in consultation with Human Resources, as well as the Legal Department, where appropriate.
• Ability to work irregular, long hours according to event schedules and other building needs this includes evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Benefits

• Salary range: $110,000 - $150,000.
• Excellent benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries
• Education Level: No Education Listed