Candidate Summary

This candidate is a seasoned Director of Facility Management with over 10 years of experience overseeing large-scale facilities across North America. Their expertise spans operations, safety, engineering, and facilities management, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and cost efficiency. They have managed teams of varying sizes, from maintenance technicians to unionized engineers, driving operational excellence through strategic collaboration with cross-functional teams. This candidate demonstrates a keen ability to lead large portfolios, manage high-profile headquarters and critical assets, and implement robust risk management protocols. Additionally, they are experienced in driving cost-saving initiatives and introducing innovative solutions to enhance workplace safety, operational efficiency, and sustainability.

Project Experience

The candidate has led a variety of projects across different sectors, including:

• Facilities Operations & Maintenance: Managed over 7 million square feet of real estate, including the corporate flagship campus, ensuring timely repairs, preventive maintenance, and capital projects were delivered within budget. Their work spans office facilities, headquarters, and data centers.
• Process Improvement Initiatives: Developed and implemented new systems for managing maintenance and safety processes, improving efficiency and reducing downtime. This includes introducing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that resulted in significant cost savings and improved operational effectiveness.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Worked closely with Finance, Project Management, Energy Management, and Business Intelligence teams to optimize operational procedures, integrate new systems, and track key performance indicators (KPIs) in real-time.
• Capital and Expansion Projects: Led a significant building expansion, coordinated utility installations for new equipment, and drove energy savings initiatives by researching and installing energy-efficient systems.

Types of Clients

This candidate has worked with Fortune 500 companies in a range of industries, primarily focusing on technology, manufacturing, and healthcare sectors. They have extensive experience managing facilities for major corporations with complex, large-scale portfolios and high-security needs, such as data centers and corporate headquarters. Additionally, they have collaborated with unionized teams, subcontractors, and cross-departmental units, working on everything from routine maintenance to corporate-wide process enhancements.

Education, Certifications, and Professional Licenses

• Bachelor of Science in Industrial and System Engineering
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (2012), with demonstrated expertise in process improvement methodologies, including conducting capability studies and gauging repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) in production settings.
• Facility Management Professional (FMP) certification from the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) (2023), showcasing a specialized focus in facility management principles.