What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President of Facilities position at UOVO?
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ABOUT UOVO
Are you ready to embark on a journey where your passion for art, fashion, culture, and excellence converge? Welcome to UOVO—the epitome of sophistication in storage, management, and logistics of valuable art, fashion, and wine. We invite all voices, experiences, and talents to join us and become part of an unparalleled journey where your career aspirations align with the remarkable. With state-of-the-art facilities across the country, we work towards exceeding expectations, for both our clients and employees alike.
At UOVO, we are more than logistics; we are architects of bespoke solutions and curators of extraordinary experiences. From climate-controlled storage to private viewing galleries, industry-leading technology to a full suite of services, UOVO crafts tailored solutions that go beyond preservation—they elevate.
As part of the UOVO team you will work alongside industry professionals who share a passion for art, fashion, and logistics in a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes to the best-in-class employment and client experience UOVO provides!
Vice President of Facilities
UOVO, the nation’s leading storage and services provider for art, archives, and collectibles seeks a Vice President of Facilities to join its dynamic and growing team. This role will be responsible for leading a national team of Facilities professionals, overseeing all building infrastructure and equipment, tenant fit outs, preventative maintenance, security, engineering, fire/life safety, and various capital improvements. Reporting to the President & COO, the ideal candidate will think strategically but also possess the ability to drive projects to completion. They will have a deep understanding of facilities management, engineering, and construction.
Core Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a national team of Facilities personnel who oversee the daily management of UOVO’s real estate portfolio; ensuring the highest standards are upheld as it pertains to HVAC, security, general and preventative maintenance.
- Develop and execute strategic long term asset planning for UOVO as it relates to capital improvements, and preventative maintenance.
- Review operating and capital budget reports for all properties, creating action plans to improve operating costs and efficiencies while planning ahead for any major capital improvement projects.
- Partner with key stakeholders on new property development and redevelopment activities for the portfolio.
- Implement new policies, procedures, and building systems which reflect the latest advances in building management technology, access control, fire/life safety etc. in order to improve performance.
- Support UOVO’s ESG initiatives, ensuring compliance with local laws and other regulatory requirements.
- Provide input and review on tenant fits outs as needed with the occasional external client interface.
- Uphold the highest levels of customer service, both internally and externally.
- In conjunction with key stakeholders, establish goals and objectives in line with UOVO’s Performance Management program; providing semi-annual feedback and completing performance reviews for all direct reports and subsequent team members.
- Create a positive and engaging work environment by mentoring, coaching, and motivating direct reports and their team members.
- Other projects as assigned by Manager
Qualifications & Skills
- 10 years of leadership experience within Facilities Management with a proven ability to lead a team of people working in a multi-state organization.
- Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of maintenance and engineering specific to building construction, maintenance, and repair.
- Ability to budget resources and work within budgetary limitations; comfortable with negotiation.
- Ability to delegate responsibilities and exercise control over projects and initiatives.
- Proactive and solutions-oriented with excellent communication skills.
- Superior leadership skills, with a focus on employee coaching and development
- Poise in a fast-paced business environment
- Some travel will be required to various UOVO locations; estimated 20-30 days a year.
This position requires some on-site presence at UOVO’s various locations, while also allowing the flexibility to work remotely.
Compensation & Benefits
UOVO offers competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.
UOVO offers a robust suite of benefits including:
- 100% employer-covered medical plan option for team membersas well as multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plans options.
- 2 weeks annual paid vacation, with bi-annual increased vacation awards throughout the first 5 years of service
- 10 paid holidays plus one additional floating holiday
- Company-Sponsored Parental Leave policy
- Company-Sponsored Paid Sick Leave
- 100% 401k Employer match up to 3% of team member contributions.
- Flexible Savings Account, Commuter Benefits, and Childcare Benefits
- Company-sponsored Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Benefits
- Monthly Team Lunches and Birthday celebrations
- Team member Recognition Program ( the “Eggcellence Awards”)
About UOVO
UOVO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive work environment for all team members. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical
