Regional Facilities Director- Life Sciences onsite in Indianapolis, IN Job ID 190295 Posted 04-Nov-2024 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Facilities Management Location(s) Indianapolis - Indiana - United States of America CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a significant contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, demonstrating the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies. **About the role** As a CBRE Regional Ops Director, you will lead a team of over 200 qualified professionals providing technical Facility Management services into a Pharmaceutical Research and Admin environment for one of CBRE’s largest Life Sciences clients based in Indianapolis. CBRE scope of services includes maintaining systems such as Engineering & Technical services, Utilities, Laboratory Instrument services and support, interior and exterior Fit/Finish and all other site systems (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing). In addition, the Director will lead teams of CBRE Soft Services scope (Janitorial, Food, Landscaping/Snow removal, Pest Control, etc). Services are provided to a region of client's headquarter sites around Indianapolis, IN. All services delivered must maintain strict adherence to GxP guidelines required by the client and regulatory governing agencies. **What you’ll do** Lead all aspects of key performance indicators and financial performance of a region of GxP manufacturing sites. Implement measures to keep performance meeting client expectations. Seek out new business. This includes the identification of opportunities, engaging in client solicitations, proposal developments, and crafting presentations. Approve hiring contractors and subcontractors based on facility need. Implement bidding procedures as required for contract maintenance activities. Provide oversight to the subcontractor performance to ensure meeting client guidelines and requirements. Direct the daily operation of facility controls and asset management systems. Develop and approve annual operating budgets. Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and mentor. Lead all aspects of the recruiting and hiring of new employees. The Director will implement a system to monitor the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed. Direct reports include Facility Managers and related support staff. Apply a robust knowledge of multiple subject areas, the business, and key drivers which impact departmental and cross-functional performance Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE (Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence) values. Mentor managers and other colleagues to take action while being guided by the organization's functional business plans. Negotiate with external partners, vendors, and customers of divergent interests to reach a common goal. Identify and solve multi-dimensional, complex, operational and organizational problems using the appropriate resources within or outside the department. Apply root cause analysis to critical issues in the Manufacturing environment. Represent scope of services and performance (financial and Key Performance Indicators) to senior level clients. Significantly improves and changes existing methods, processes and standards. **What you’ll need** + Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Relevant technical field preferred with 8-10 years of relevant experience. + Experience in leading leaders in a matrix environment. + Experience in a Life Sciences company or as a service provider to Life Sciences is preferred. Working technical knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) a plus including being proficient in a Pharma Quality Management System is a plus. + Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is preferred. + Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information and convey performance expectations. Experience in Root Cause Analysis, Lean/6 Sigma. + In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. + Experience preferred in developing and handling organizational budgets. **Why CBRE?** When you join CBRE, you become part of a global leader in commercial real estate and investment services that help businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact! Our collaborative environment is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service, and excellence — and we value the varied perspectives, backgrounds, and skills of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your full potential! **Disclaimers** Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. \#GWSFMS **Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. **Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada). **NOTE:** Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter. CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)