What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Director - Facilities Services position at Alexandria Real Estate Equities?
The Senior Director - Facilities Services will oversee a large portfolio (>
1 million SF) of highly technical buildings tailored to meet the critical needs of multiple Life Sciences tenants. This individual will directly interface with Tenant stakeholders to address immediate needs and will lead a skilled team of technicians responsible for maintaining and repairing modern / complex mechanical and electrical systems (chillers, heat pumps, generators, etc.). Additionally, the individual will be involved in yearly budgeting exercises, as well as providing technology and construction support for both existing and new assets.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Develop and Maintain Standard Operating Procedures : Create, update, and manage standard operating procedures for new and existing assets to ensure compliance and a systematic approach to asset management.
- Priority Management : Effectively manage competing priorities, allocating and optimizing time to ensure targets and timelines are met.
- Vendor Coordination : Manage and coordinate vendors in response to service requests by tenants for minor repairs and general facility renovation.
- Team Collaboration : Work closely with janitorial staff, vendors, and contractors to ensure proper follow-through for work orders, repairs, and maintenance of buildings.
- Maintenance Recordkeeping : Ensure that vendors maintain accurate maintenance repair logs and records, utilizing company systems and familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), including MRI Angus.
- Capital Improvement Recommendations : Recommend capital improvements and operational changes for existing facilities to further the Company's corporate sustainability goals and ensure assets are best-in-market, Class A life science buildings.
- Tenant Communication : Arrange proper communication with tenants to ensure maintenance and repairs are handled properly and efficiently.
- Technical Support : Provide or assist in technical support for facilities maintenance, working with vendors to identify and correct various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) issues.
- Mechanical and Security System Monitoring : Monitor and troubleshoot building mechanical systems and security systems, including some emergency response duties.
- Capital Construction Project Planning : Provide or assist in the planning and implementation of capital construction projects, particularly as they relate to building support and maintenance.
- Tenant and Contractor Coordination : Coordinate with tenants, tenant contractors, and landlord's contractors to complete various projects.
Integrated Facilities Management : Integrate hard- and soft-service skills into facility management practices, ensuring a holistic approach to building operations and tenant satisfaction.
Qualifications and Experience :