Facilities Director

As a CBRE Facilities Director, you will serve as the primary client contact for the delivery of services for the Americas in manufacturing, office, and warehouse facilities. Travel expected is 40% for this position. This role is part of the Facilities Management functional area, focusing on all aspects of asset operations, supporting Property Managers with repairs and investment plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide formal supervision to employees, including monitoring training, development, performance evaluations, and coaching.
• Oversee recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of new employees.
• Coordinate and manage the team’s daily activities, including work schedules, task assignments, and cross-training.
• Set and track staff and department deadlines; mentor and coach as needed.
• Review the client’s strategic plans to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Manage capital project and operating budget reports for properties.
• Create action plans to improve financial positions and manage contract service negotiations.
• Meet with client management and departments to resolve discrepancies.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of multiple disciplines and business drivers impacting performance.
• Lead by example, modeling behaviors aligned with CBRE RISE values.
• Persuade managers and colleagues to act in line with functional business plans.
• Negotiate with external partners, vendors, and customers to achieve common goals.
• Identify and solve complex operational and organizational problems using internal and external resources.
• Improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within the discipline.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred with 8–12 years of relevant experience. A combination of experience and education may substitute for a degree.
• Facility Management certification preferred.
• Experience in staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, performance measurement, and retention is preferred.
• Ability to lead sensitive, complex discussions, convey expectations, and handle problems.
• Leadership skills to set, manage, and achieve targets impacting department results.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Expert organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Pay

The minimum salary for this position is $155,000 annually, and the maximum is $175,000 annually. Compensation will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.