WeWork

Director, Facilities Maintenance

WeWork$150K — $178K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in Business, Hospitality, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 12+ years in facilities management, hospitality, retail, or similar roles, emphasizing operations.
  • Experience managing large, distributed teams and outsourced service providers.
  • Strong understanding of financials related to building management, focusing on vendor and team performance optimization.
  • Robust communication, organization, and project management abilities, thriving in fast-paced environments.
  • Leadership characterized by inspiration, integrity, and a commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Facilities Managers and Coordinators towards high performance.
  • Oversee facility services delivery including maintenance and compliance with regulations.
  • Drive financial performance through budget and expense management, focusing on operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with Real Estate and other internal teams for successful new building launches.
  • Develop business continuity plans in partnership with technology and security teams.
  • Audit processes to identify and implement operational improvements for service quality.

Benefits

  • 20 days of paid time off (PTO) annually, approximately 13 paid holidays, and 80 hours of paid sick time.
  • 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
  • 401k plan with company contributions.
  • Life and AD&D insurance.
Full Job Description
About the Opportunity

The Director, Facilities Management oversees all facilities initiatives, vendor performance, and operating expenses within their assigned territory. Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead a team of Facilities Managers and Coordinators, driving operational excellence to maximize performance, value, cost efficiency, member experience, and brand standards. Candidates are expected to be on-site at buildings within their remit up to five days per week, traveling as necessary. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership & Team Management:Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Facilities Managers and Coordinators. Balance day-to-day operational demands with long-term strategic objectives, acting as a territory subject matter expert.

  • Operational Excellence & Compliance:Oversee the delivery of facility services and standards—including repair, maintenance, cleaning, and food & beverage. Ensure full compliance with fire, health, and life safety regulations. Leverage the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to hold vendors accountable to deliver upon desired outcomes.

  • Financial & Vendor Oversight:Drive financial performance by collaborating with regional Finance Leads on budget preparation, forecasting, and expense management. Identify opportunities to reduce OPEX and improve efficiency while maintaining accountability for vendor relationships and performance outcomes.

  • Project Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration:Partner with Real Estate, Legal, Design, and Development teams to support new building launches and handover processes. Collaborate with other internal stakeholders within the Sales or Operations organization, such as Health & Safety. Act as a program manager for territory-specific projects and regional initiatives, ensuring successful execution and prioritization.

  • Business Continuity & Partnership:Collaborate with Member Technology and Global Security teams to develop and maintain business continuity plans, ensuring all buildings and members remain online. Build high-level partnerships across the region to foster best-practice sharing.

  • Continuous Improvement:Audit key processes on an ongoing basis to identify and implement operational improvements that enhance service quality and consistency.

About You

Experience & Requirements

  • Education:BA/BS in Business, Hospitality, or a related field; MBA preferred.

  • Experience:12+ years in facilities management, hospitality, retail, or related fields, with a strong focus on operations preferred.

  • Operational Background:Proven success managing large, distributed organizations and outsourced service providers. Experience with new business unit launches (e.g., hotels, commercial properties).

  • Financial Acumen:Deep understanding of building financials with a demonstrated ability to optimize vendor and team performance.

  • Professional Skills:Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills. Experience thriving in fast-paced, agile environments with a bias for action and attention to detail.

  • Leadership Style:Assertive, inspirational, and committed to professional development; high degree of integrity, empathy, and self-awareness.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Pay: $150,000 to $178,000 annually

Incentive Compensation: WeWork employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan specific to their role. Your recruiter will detail what incentive plan is applicable to this specific role. WeWork incentive plans are subject to the terms of the applicable incentive compensation plan, which will be made available to you after commencing employment. WeWork reserves the right to amend its incentive plans, and nothing in this job requisition or any other document creates a right to a specific incentive plan payment.

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits (subject to the terms of applicable plans/policies/agreements, which will be made available to you after commencing employment), including: 20 days of PTO, approximately 13 paid holidays, and 80 hours of paid sick time per full calendar year; 16 weeks paid parental leave; competitive healthcare benefits; 401k plan; and life and AD&D insurance.


About WeWork

WeWork is a real estate company that provides shared workspaces for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small businesses. The company was founded in 2010 and has since expanded to over 800 locations in more than 100 countries. WeWork's spaces offer amenities such as high-speed internet, printing and scanning services, and conference rooms. The company has faced controversy over its business model and financial practices, including its failed IPO in 2019. In 2020, WeWork announced plans to go public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC).
Learn more about WeWork
Size
15,000 employees
Market Cap
$830.6 million
Industry
Founded
2017
NASDAQ

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