Senior Manager, Workplace Services

Supernal•Irvine, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Workplace Services is responsible for leading and integrating Workplace Operations, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), and Real Estate Strategy across all Supernal facilities. This role ensures the delivery of safe, compliant, efficient, and cost-effective workplace environments while driving strategic planning, operational excellence, and governance. This position serves as the single threaded leader for Workplace Services, responsible for ensuring workplace safety, optimizing real estate investments, and enabling operational continuity across offices, labs, and test environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, Real Estate, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or related field (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
10-15+ years of combined experience in EHS, workplace operations, and/or corporate real estate
Strong knowledge of EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, Cal/OSHA) and safety management systems (ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 preferred)
Experience managing corporate real estate portfolios and lease agreements
Proven track record managing vendors, facilities operations, and workplace services
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, cost analysis, and procurement processes
Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills including Excel, PowerPoint. Outlook and Word
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field
Professional certifications (e.g., CSP, NEBOSH, IFMA, LEED)
Experience in aviation, R&D, manufacturing, or high-tech environments

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all Workplace Services functions, including EHS, workplace operations, and real estate strategy
Lead and manage a small team of workplace services professionals, fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture while providing ongoing coaching, development, and performance management to support individual growth and overall team effectiveness
Develop and execute a comprehensive workplace services strategy aligned with company growth, operational needs, and financial goals
Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on workplace safety, real estate decisions, and operational risk
Drive integration of workplace services across multiple sites and evolving organizational structures
Develop, implement, and maintain enterprise-wide EHS programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, Cal/OSHA, and applicable regulations
Identify workplace hazards and implement mitigation strategies across facilities, labs, and test environments
Lead incident investigations, reporting, and corrective action plans, including workers compensation
Ensure safe handling and management of hazardous materials and waste
Interface with regulatory agencies and manage audits, inspections, and compliance reporting
Promote a strong safety culture through training, communication, and continuous improvement initiatives
Lead day-to-day workplace operations across all facilities, ensuring consistent delivery of services
Oversee physical security programs, including management of security guard contractors, access control systems, surveillance cameras (CCTV), and incident response protocols to ensure the safety and protection of employees, assets, and facilities
Manage vendor relationships (janitorial, maintenance, security, workplace services) and oversee vendor performance, service delivery, and continuous improvement initiatives
Coordinate workplace modifications, relocations, and operational readiness across active and inactive facilities
Ensure workplace environments support productivity, safety, and employee experience
Maintain operational governance frameworks and documentation
Lead strategic planning and oversight of Supernal’s corporate real estate portfolio
Own lease lifecycle management including negotiations, renewals, amendments, and subleasing opportunities
Drive workplace planning and space utilization strategies aligned with organizational needs and restructuring
Conduct financial and operational analysis to optimize occupancy costs and portfolio efficiency
Develop reporting, metrics, and executive-level insights to support real estate decision-making
Manage relationships with brokers, landlords, and real estate service providers
Lead office consolidations, expansions, and footprint optimization strategies
Manage workplace services budgets, vendor spend, and cost optimization initiatives
Oversee and assist with procurement processes including purchase requisitions, contracts, and invoicing
Ensure financial discipline across workplace operations and real estate investments
Establish and maintain governance frameworks for workplace services and real estate operations
Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations
Maintain accurate documentation for audits, reporting, and operational continuity
Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, IT, Security, Engineering, and Test teams to support workplace needs
Align workplace services with business priorities and organizational strategy
Support business continuity planning and operational resilience