Director, Facilities

Lead the facilities management of an innovative life science research campus, where you'll oversee a dynamic portfolio of cutting-edge laboratory buildings. In this role, you'll ensure peak performance of sophisticated equipment and building systems that power groundbreaking research spaces. You'll partner with property management leaders to optimize building operations and enhance tenant experience, while mentoring and directing a talented regional facilities team to achieve operational excellence.

This position offers a hybrid work model, which includes 4 days in office and 1 day remotely. Hybrid work may be modified based on the needs of the company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess physical condition of properties and implement BioMed Realty's preventative maintenance and improvement programs to maximize the value of company assets
• Manage contractors and service providers responsible for regular building and equipment preventative and corrective maintenance including 3^rd party engineering staff, ensuring adherence to contractual terms and key performance indicators
• Scope and oversee facilities projects, select vendors and secure bids on approved, operating and capital budget items that pertain to building equipment/systems, maintenance, engineering and tenant services
• Collaborate closely with the Operations Director on strategy and overall performance of the Operations team including mentoring a team of Facilities Managers, ensuring they are equipped with the tools, skills, and support needed to excel in their roles. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high-performance leadership in collaboration with their Property Manager partners
• Ensure completion of work in accordance with industry best practices and in compliance with safety regulations and building codes
• Ensure all policies and procedures are communicated effectively and adopted by team members and identify process improvements, be solution-oriented, and drive change management
• Oversee Building Management Systems (BMS) at landlord-managed properties and ensure BioMed Realty's standards are followed to provide the highest levels of building system reliability and efficiency
• Oversee technical work orders and assignments managed by the centralized BioMed Realty's Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) at assigned properties
• Periodically review regional engineering labor models, cost allocations, and scopes of work
• Implement and maintain BioMed Realty's asset protection programs throughout assigned portfolio
• Independently lead coordination of planned utility/building system shutdowns and emergency responses to unplanned events
• Oversee preparation and filing of periodic reports required by government/regulatory authorities, including operational/environmental permits (air, water, waste, pressure tanks) and utility consumption/benchmarking submissions
• Perform Asbestos Program Manager (APM) duties for buildings with Asbestos Operations & Maintenance Plans
• Review and approve vendor and utility invoices for cost, allocation, account coding, amount and completion and construction work performed by contractors
• Collaborate on the creation and oversight of the budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation while maintaining high levels of service and compliance, and manage capital and operational expenditures, identifying opportunities for cost-saving initiatives
• Participate in design and construction of development projects by reviewing drawings, attending meetings and providing feedback to ensure constructability and operational readiness.
• Review and assess existing lease language to ensure tenants and landlord are operating in accordance with terms. Assist with the review and development of new leases to uphold standards and minimize risks.
• Participate in the acquisition/disposition/due diligence process of properties located in the region and in target markets.
• Work across BioMed Realty functions to achieve corporate goals.

Job Specifications (education and experience necessary)

• BA/BS in engineering, architecture, facilities management or related technical field required. Advanced Degree/MBA degree preferred
• Ten plus years progressive facilities management, construction and/or design experience. Preferably in life science or laboratory facilities properties
• Experience managing, building or designing critical building environments such as laboratories, manufacturing, and vivarium spaces

Competencies Required for Success: (demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities)

Technical/Functional Leadership:

• Expert level mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other technical building system expertise. Preferably including start-up and commissioning of new systems
• Technical education and hands-on-experience in the following disciplines: HVAC design and engineering, electrical design and engineering, plumbing design and engineering, and other building support systems including but not limited to fire/life safety systems and security
• Proven experience with sustainability and energy conservation programs in commercial or institutional buildings required, with CEM or LEED accreditation desirable
• Computer literate including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, AutoCad, CMMS, and BAS
• Manage portfolio energy data for: GRESB, ESPM, energy disclosures, energy models, utility allocations, and energy projects
• Ability to read and understand building plans and specifications

Results Leadership:

• Strong customer service focus and ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with regulatory agencies, vendors, contractors, tenants and employees
• Extensive knowledge of financial terms and principles relating to facilities management and real estate transactions. The ability to forecast and prepare budgets and reports summarizing financial, operating and capital performance data
• Organized, task and detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with multiple deadlines

People Leadership:

• Demonstrated ability to hire, engage, train, develop, coach, manage, recognize and reward both team and individual direct reports
• Ability to teach, train and mentor other members of the facilities department to ensure the achievement of individual and team objectives and oversee the teams' assigned properties
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate in a clear concise manner

Personal Leadership:

• Emulate/demonstrate BioMed Realty Values in day to day behaviors and decisions by being Accountable, Collaborative, Capable, Inquisitive and Courageous
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships, establish trust, influence, collaborate and work effectively across departments within BioMed Realty
• Must be flexible to work weekends and after hours as necessary for any building related issues or shutdowns
• Must be able to travel on occasion

Salary Range: $150,000 - $188,000 per year + bonus + long term incentive + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Benefits

At BioMed Realty, we make sure you have the support and resources to leverage and develop your skills, secure your financial future, and take care of your health and well-being. BioMed Realty continually seeks to provide a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. Through BioMed Realty's competitive benefits offerings and various training and development opportunities, we have you covered with our Benefits Program which includes:

• Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Family Leave Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Pet Insurance
• ID Theft Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 100% Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability

Amenities

• Onsite Gym

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