Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience
12+ years in commercial real estate facilities or property management
10+ years managing large, complex real estate portfolios
7+ years in management or supervisory roles
Extensive cross-functional corporate real estate discipline experience
Responsibilities
Lead strategic operational plans for building and property maintenance
Forecast and implement property reinvestment strategies
Support efficient and optimized property operations while managing budgets
Develop life safety and emergency preparedness programs
Collaborate with internal partners to optimize occupancy solutions
Build relationships with leaders and service providers to enhance occupancy
Guide and inspire a high-performing facilities management team
Benefits
Office-based role with required travel
Potential overnight trips to regional offices
Full-time, on-site presence with no remote options
Availability to respond to after-hour emergencies
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Do you thrive on shaping environments that empower employees and visitors to excel? At Spectrum, the Senior Director, Corporate Workplace and Facilities Management drives end-to-end operational excellence across a large, complex portfolio, delivering seamless property experiences and reliable systems. Join us as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, where your expertise will elevate both service delivery and the daily impact of facility management on business outcomes.
Responsibilities
How You'll Make an Impact
Lead the development and execution of strategic operational plans for building and property maintenance to enhance occupancy experiences across multiple corporate locations.
Forecast, plan and implement property reinvestment strategies that ensure assets are safe, aligned with business requirements, and meet performance, safety, and reliability needs.
Lead and support best-in-class facilities management practices to deliver efficient and optimized property operations, including managing expense and capital budgets to achieve optimal results aligned with the Total Cost of Occupancy methodology.
Develop and oversee life safety and emergency preparedness programs in coordination with key operational groups.
Collaborate with internal business partners to deliver comprehensive occupancy solutions and optimize real estate portfolios and planning.
Develop positive relationships with internal leaders and external service providers to drive results that enhance occupancy experience.
Guide and inspire a high-performing facilities management team while supporting their professional growth and productivity. Monitor team performance and productivity, provide frequent feedback to optimize the mission of a Facilities Management Center of Excellence.
Apply key performance indicators and benchmarking to drive continuous improvement and operational reliability.
Lead sourcing strategies and develop real estate operational best practices both locally and across the entire Spectrum real estate portfolio.
Working Conditions
Office-based role with 30% travel required
Potential for overnight or multi-night trips to regional offices and out-of-town locations
This position requires full-time, on-site presence with no remote or hybrid work options
Availability to respond to after-hour emergencies
Qualifications
What You'll Bring to Spectrum
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience
Experience
12+ years of commercial real estate facilities or property management experience
10+ years managing large, complex real estate portfolios including office and multi-use properties
7+ years management or supervisory experience
Additional diverse and cross-functional commercial real estate discipline experience expected
Extensive cross-functional corporate real estate discipline experience
Skills
Proficiency in English communication
Effective teamwork and results delivery in high-demand settings
Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information
Proactive problem-solving and advocacy for team and customer needs
Advanced leadership, supervision and motivational skills
Strong MS Office application skills
Independent planning and prioritization abilities
Expertise in real estate strategic planning and performance management
Advanced financial acumen including budget development and ROI analysis
Decision-making under pressure
Ability to transform team focus and performance
Effective interaction with all levels of stakeholders
Completion of work responsibilities accurately and on time
Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive abilities
Client-focused mindset with hospitality interest
General understanding of building construction and blueprint interpretation
Initiative for continuous improvement and exceptional occupant experiences
Expertise in KPIs and performance metrics through benchmarking
Strong business sense and urgency for results
Valid driver's license with satisfactory record
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing multi-site corporate, retail, and other facilities operations
Experience with capital projects, renovations, and workplace planning
Experience with CMMS, IWMS, or other facilities technology platforms
Professional certification such as CFM, FMP, SFP, BOMI, or PMP
Knowledge of sustainability, energy management, and workplace strategy
Experience leading vendor performance programs and service-level reporting
