Hard Rock

Director - Facilities

Hard Rock$100K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in facilities management, including 3+ years in a leadership role
  • Experience managing multi-site environments with at least 2 locations
  • In-depth knowledge of building systems and workplace safety standards (OSHA, ADA)
  • Proven vendor management and contract negotiation skills
  • Strong understanding of physical security operations
  • Ability to develop and manage Business Continuity Plans
  • Proficient in managing facilities budgets and financial reporting
  • Excellent communication skills for senior leadership engagement
  • Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Willing to relocate to Davie / Fort Lauderdale, FL area.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee headquarters building maintenance, operations, and space planning
  • Manage preventive and reactive maintenance programs for various building systems
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and accessibility standards
  • Develop and implement facilities procedures and emergency protocols
  • Lead projects for office moves, maintenance, or refurbishments
  • Act as primary contact for landlord and building management relationships
  • Source and negotiate contracts with service providers
  • Conduct vendor performance evaluations and ensure SLAs are met
  • Oversee physical security systems and incident response processes
  • Develop and test Business Continuity Plans for office locations

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Great training and development opportunities
  • Flexible vacation allowance
  • Potential for Hybrid Scheduling
  • Start-up culture supported by a secure global brand
  • Dynamic team environment with a focus on inclusivity
Full Job Description
What's the position?

As Director - Facilities, you will own the end-to-end management of Hard Rock Digital's physical workspace environment across our four office locations. Your primary focus will be our headquarters in Davie, Florida, where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day operations, maintenance, security, and continuous improvement of the facility. You will also provide remote oversight and periodic on-site support for our other office spaces.

You'll be the go-to person for ensuring our workspaces are safe, efficient, and reflect the Hard Rock Digital brand. You'll partner closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver a seamless facilities experience while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and group-level policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilities Management & Operations
  • Oversee all aspects of the headquarter building including building maintenance, space planning, office fit-outs, and day-to-day operational readiness
  • Manage preventive and reactive maintenance programs for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and general building systems
  • Ensure the workplace environment meets health, safety, and accessibility standards at all times
  • Develop and maintain facilities SOPs, emergency procedures, and evacuation plans
  • Lead office moves, expansions, and refurbishment projects from scoping through delivery
  • Act as the primary point of contact for building management and landlord relations at all sites


Vendor & Contract Management
  • Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with third-party service providers including cleaning, maintenance, security, catering, and office supplies
  • Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and ensure SLAs are met across all service contracts
  • Manage RFP processes for new vendor engagements and contract renewals
  • Maintain a vendor register and ensure all suppliers meet Hard Rock Digital's compliance, insurance, and licensing requirements


Security Management
  • Oversee physical security operations including access control systems, CCTV, visitor management, and alarm monitoring across all locations
  • Manage relationships with on-site and contracted security personnel
  • Coordinate with IT on cybersecurity-related physical access controls and data security
  • Ensure compliance with HRD security requirements and group security policies
  • Lead security incident response, investigation, and reporting processes


Business Continuity Planning (BCP)
  • Develop, maintain, and regularly test the Business Continuity Plan for all Hard Rock Digital office locations.
  • Conduct risk assessments for physical threats including natural disasters, power outages, and facility-related disruptions
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to align BCP strategies with group-level policies and best practices
  • Ensure disaster recovery provisions for critical workplace infrastructure are documented and actionable
  • Working with relevant stakeholders plan regular workplace BCP drills and tabletop exercises, documenting outcomes and driving continuous improvement


Budget, Reporting & Stakeholder Management
  • Manage the facilities budget across all locations
  • Provide regular budget and planning updates to leadership and relevant stakeholders
  • Produce monthly facilities reports covering maintenance activity, physical security incidents, vendor performance, and cost tracking
  • Partner with relevant stakeholders on forecasting, accruals, and purchase order management


Multi-Site Support
  • Provide remote oversight and coordination for our remote offices to ensure operational consistency
  • Travel to remote offices on a periodic basis to conduct site inspections, support projects, and build relationships with local teams
  • Standardize facilities processes and reporting across all locations while accounting for local regulatory and operational requirements
  • Act as the escalation point for facilities issues at all sites


What are we looking for?

Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, with at least 3 years in a leadership or director-level role
  • Proven track record of managing multi-site office environments (minimum 2 locations)
  • Deep knowledge of building systems, maintenance operations, and workplace safety standards (OSHA, ADA, fire codes)
  • Demonstrated experience in vendor sourcing, contract negotiation, and ongoing supplier management
  • Strong understanding of physical security operations including access control, CCTV, and incident management
  • Experience developing and maintaining Business Continuity Plans including risk assessment, testing, and stakeholder coordination
  • Proven ability to manage facilities budgets and deliver against financial targets
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to senior leadership and partner cross-functionally
  • Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain required state gaming licenses in applicable jurisdictions
  • Located in or willing to relocate to the Davie / Fort Lauderdale, FL area


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with shared services models in large, multi-brand organizations
  • Knowledge of sustainability practices and energy management in commercial office environments
  • Project management certification (PMP or equivalent) is a plus
  • Experience managing facilities in a high-growth technology or digital-first company


What's in it for you?

We offer our employees more than just competitive compensation. Our team benefits include:
  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Great training and development opportunities
  • Flexible vacation allowance
  • Potential Hybrid Scheduling
  • Start-up culture backed by a secure, global brand
  • Being part of a team of rockstars!


Roster of Uniques

We care deeply about every interaction our customers have with us, and trust and empower our staff to own and drive their experience. Our vision for our business and customers is built on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where regardless of background or beliefs you feel able to be authentic and bring all your talent into play. We want to celebrate you being you.

About Hard Rock

Hard Rock is a chain of theme restaurants founded in 1971 by Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton in London. In 1979, the cafe began covering its walls with rock and roll memorabilia, a tradition which expanded to others in the chain. In 2007, Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc. was sold to the Seminole Tribe of Florida and was headquartered in Orlando, Florida until April 2018 when the corporate offices were relocated to Davie, Florida. As of July 2018, Hard Rock International has venues in 74 countries, including 185 cafes, 25 hotels, and 12 casinos.
Learn more about Hard Rock
Size
23,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1971

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