Director of Facilities

*** LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY ***

Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Facilities who will oversee all facilities operations and capital programming for a UNHW luxury private home.  This role ensures the highest preventative maintenance standards, staffing, capital planning, and project management while ensuring the highest standards of quality and service.

Essential Responsibilities:

·          Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs to ensure the longevity and efficiency of all the residence facility functions

·                    Ensure proper staffing levels and skill sets at each property

·          Oversee recruitment, training, and development of engineering teams

·          Work closely with the Family Office team and Director of Residence to create and manage multi-year capital plans, aligning with equipment lifespans, strategic goals, and budgets

·          Implement and maintain a detailed reporting matrix on the current maintenance status

·          Develop and deliver hands-on training and personnel development for the facilities team to enhance their skills and knowledge in maintenance, safety, systems, and new technologies

·          Oversee projects such as equipment upgrades

·          Evaluate the performance of the facilities team, providing feedback and implementing improvement plans as needed

·          Identify and implement new technologies to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs

·          Ensure that current systems are fully utilized and maintained

·          Establish and maintain effective relationships with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers, ensuring high- quality services and cost-effective solutions

This is a full-time position:

·          Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays as the operation requires.

·          Salary DOE

Requirements:

·          Hospitality Engineering background

·          Leadership experience of a minimum of 10 years in engineering, preferably within a UHNW context

·          Must have UHNW Private Residence experience

·          Practical, solid hands-on experience and can-do attitude to troubleshoot and fix items as required

·          Able to work flexible hours based on operational needs

·          Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced environment with a high degree of discretion and confidentiality

·          Strong problem-solving abilities

·          High attention to detail and organizational skills

·          Excellent interpersonal skills, communication, and vendor management skills

·          Ability to communicate effectively in a timely manner, both orally and in writing

·          Ability to work collaboratively in a self-managed team environment

·          Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

·          Understand and manage plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems

·          Must be hands-on, able to work alongside the facilities team as required, and coaching and mentoring them

·          Experience and understanding of home automation systems such as Crestron, Lutron etc.

·          Construction Management Degree/Certificate, highly desired

·          Engineering Management, Mechanical or Electrical