VP, US Facilities Manager

Allied World•New York, NY

14h•$138,750 - $185,000

About The Position

The Facilities Manager oversees certain U.S. offices from an administrative perspective and will collaborate closely across business units to build strong management relationships. This role involves overseeing day-to-day operations of U.S. facilities, managing external consultants and vendors, and providing in-house expertise on office maintenance, renovations, buildouts, health & safety regulations, and business continuity/disaster recovery. The position also acts as the day-to-day liaison for leases and subleases, oversees front-of-house office activities, provides strategic analysis for new leases, manages budgeting and forecasting for office running costs, and supports the Chief Operating Officer on strategic projects.

Requirements

At least 5 years’ of Facilities project management experience in a professional services company or firm
Experience supporting a geographically dispersed company
University degree or commensurate experience
Experience in contract negotiations and vendor management
Strong leadership qualities
Experience in managing and mentoring employees
Exceptional organizational skills

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations of certain U.S. facilities and external facilities consultants and vendors
Provide in-house expertise on office maintenance, renovations and buildouts
Provide in-house expertise on health & safety regulations, U.S. business continuity and disaster recovery
Act as the day-to-day liaison and oversee relevant lease and subleases
Oversee the front of house office activities for the U.S. offices and related staff
Provide strategic analysis and oversight of any new leases or subleases
Oversee the budgeting and forecasting of the running costs relating to relevant U.S. offices
Support the Chief Operating Officer on any special related strategic projects