The Head of Global Facilities is responsible for developing and executing the company's global facilities strategy across a network of offices and operational locations worldwide. The role leads a distributed team of Facilities and office services professionals who manage day-to-day site operations while providing enterprise-wide direction, governance, standards, and oversight.
This leader balances strategic planning with hands-on execution, ensuring facilities support business objectives, employee experience, operational efficiency, safety, and cost effectiveness. The role also serves as the project leader for major capital investments/projects, workplace initiatives, office moves, renovations, expansions, and facility optimization programs.
Key ResponsibilitiesGlobal Facilities Strategy & Governance- Develop and implement a global facilities strategy aligned with business priorities and growth plans.
- Establish global standards, policies, service levels and operating procedures across all facilities.
- Drive a consistent workplace experience across all office locations.
- Create a scalable facilities operating model that balances global consistency with local needs.
- Partner with business leaders to anticipate future workplace, operational, and site requirements.
- Develop long-term plans for facility investments, lease renewals, consolidations, and site expansions.
Facilities Operations Leadership- Lead and develop the global facilities organization, including direct management of regional and site-based Facilities team members.
- Provide oversight and support to local Facilities staff responsible for daily operations.
- Establish performance expectations, service standards, and accountability measures.
- Drive continuous improvement of facilities processes and service delivery.
- Ensure facility operations support employee productivity, safety, and business continuity.
Project Management & Execution- Lead major facilities projects globally, including:
- Office relocations
- Site expansions
- Renovations and fit-outs
- Workplace modernization initiatives
- Infrastructure upgrades
- Facility consolidations
- Subleases
- Develop project plans, budgets, schedules, risk assessments, and stakeholder communication plans.
- Manage cross-functional project teams and external vendors.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to business requirements.
Financial & Vendor Management- Manage relationships with regional facility service providers and external partners, ensuring accountability, service quality, and cost effectiveness.
- Develop and manage global facilities operating and capital budgets.
- Identify and implement cost optimization opportunities while maintaining service quality.
- Negotiate and oversee contracts with landlords, service providers, and facilities vendors, in coordination with Indirect Materials & Services Procurement
- Monitor vendor performance and establish service level expectations.
- Partner wiht Indirect Materials & Services Procurementn sourcing and negotiating facilities services, equipment, and workplace investments.
Workplace Experience- Drive initiatives that enhance employee experience across all facilities.
- Ensure workplace environments support collaboration, innovation, productivity, and well-being.
- Partner with HR, IT, QEHS, and business leaders on workplace and employee experience initiatives.
- Evaluate evolving workplace trends and incorporate best practices where appropriate.
Compliance, Safety & Risk Management- Ensure compliance with applicable facilities, environmental, occupational safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead facility-related business continuity and emergency preparedness programs.
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Partner with local site leaders and the QEHS team on any appropriate workplace health and safety programs
Leadership Responsibilities- Lead, coach, and develop a global team of Facilities and office services professionals.
- Build organizational capability and succession plans across the Facilities function.
- Foster a culture of accountability, responsiveness, customer service, and continuous improvement.
- Serve as the executive point of contact for facilities-related issues and strategic initiatives.
QualificationsEducation- Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, or other related field or applicable work experience.
- Professional certifications (IFMA, FMP, CFM, PMP, LEED, or equivalent) preferred.
Experience- 10+ years of progressive facilities management experience in a multi-site, global environment.
- Prior experience leading geographically dispersed teams.
- Experience supporting facilities in a corporate setting.
- Demonstrated success managing large-scale facilities and workplace projects.
- Strong budget management and vendor negotiation experience.
- Experience supporting manufacturing, technical, laboratory, office, and/or operational environments preferred.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed, up to 30%
Skills & Competencies- Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on execution mindset.
- Exceptional project management capabilities.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities.
- Financial acumen and budgeting expertise.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Effective communication and executive presence.
NOTE: This role is located in the metro Atlanta area and is not eligible for relocation assistance.
As a part of the Landis+Gyr family, employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan featuring a generous company match incentive. Additionally, we offer three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as eleven (11) paid holidays. We also offer a tuition reimbursement program, optional pet insurance, supplemental medical coverage and a host of other perks to ensure the health, wellness, and enrichment of our team members.
Pay is in the range of $145,200 - $192,975 per year. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, and certifications or other professional licenses held. All candidates are encouraged to apply.
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