Facilities Director, on-site
ID de la Vacante
273208
Publicado
24-Abr-2026
Línea de servicio
GWS Segment
Tipo de función
Tiempo Completo
Ubicaciones
San Jose - California - United States of America

About the Role:

As a CBRE Facilities Director, you will serve as the primary client point of contact, overseeing the delivery of facilities management services for a campus totaling approximately 2 million square feet. This role will be based onsite at the client’s headquarters, providing direct support and alignment with the client’s daily operations.

This position sits within the Facilities Management function and is responsible for the overall operational performance of assigned assets. You will work closely with vendors and in-house facilities to support maintenance activities, capital repairs, and long-term investment planning. The Facilities Director will also regularly interface with executive leadership, including C‑suite stakeholders, delivering strategic insights, operational reporting, and recommendations to ensure facilities support the client’s broader business objectives.


What You’ll Do:

  • Serve as a strategic leader and primary operational authority for the property, applying broad, cross-disciplinary knowledge of facilities management, business drivers, and organizational dynamics to optimize asset performance.
  • Partner closely with client leadership and key departments to ensure facilities operations align with business needs. Meet regularly with the client management team to address issues, resolve discrepancies, and provide strategic recommendations.
  • Manage capital projects and oversee operating budget reporting for a single, complex property. Develop forecasts, analyze variances, and implement action plans to improve overall financial performance.
  • Lead negotiations for contract services, working with vendors and external partners to deliver cost-effective, high-quality solutions while aligning diverse interests toward shared goals.
  • Identify, evaluate, and resolve complex, multi-dimensional operational and organizational challenges by leveraging appropriate internal and external resources.
  • Provide formal leadership and supervision to facilities staff, including recruiting, hiring, training, development, performance evaluations, and coaching to build a high-performing team.
  • Direct and coordinate daily team operations by establishing work schedules, assigning responsibilities, cross-training staff, and monitoring workloads and deadlines. Mentor and coach team members to support continuous improvement.
  • Review client strategic plans and determine appropriate staffing levels to ensure service delivery meets operational expectations and future demands.
  • Lead by example and consistently model behaviors aligned with CBRE RISE values. Influence managers and colleagues to take action in support of functional and organizational business plans.
  • Drive continuous improvement by modernizing and enhancing existing methods, processes, and standards within the facilities management discipline.


What You’ll Need:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred with 8–12 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in facilities or related operations. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Facilities Management certification is strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated success leading and developing highperforming teams, including executive level oversight of workforce planning, talent acquisition, training, coaching, performance management, and retention.
  • Exceptional communication and executive presence, with the ability to navigate sensitive, complex, and highimpact discussions; clearly articulate performance expectations; and resolve issues with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.
  • Proven leadership capability to set strategic objectives, influence outcomes, and drive results with direct impact across multiple departments or functional areas.
  • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and business productivity tools, with the ability to analyze data, develop executiveready reporting, and present insights to senior stakeholders.
  • Advanced organizational, analytical, and criticalthinking skills, supported by a strategic, inquisitive mindset and the ability to anticipate risks, identify opportunities, and continuously elevate operational performance.


Why CBRE?

Competitive Benefits: CBRE offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan starting the first day of the month following your start date.

Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities.

Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services, providing ample opportunities for career progression and advancement within the company.

CBRE GWS
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