Facilities Management Director
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onVÉLO, 115, North 2nd Street, North Loop, Central, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55401, United States
About the Role
As the Facilities Management Director, you will serve as the strategic architect for our global facility management portfolio. This role is the cornerstone of our commitment to delivering excellence in vendor-managed engineering, workplace services, and environmental health & safety. You will be accountable for the end-to-end delivery of facility operations, ensuring that every site operates at peak efficiency while adhering to strict business plans, budgetary controls, and capital planning objectives.
In this position, you will provide high-level oversight to Regional Facilities Managers across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. Your mission is to harmonize service delivery across all work streams—including commercial management, project services, and brokerage—ensuring a seamless experience for our clients. You will drive a culture of continuous improvement, transforming how we manage assets to maximize value and minimize risk while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
Day in the Life
Your day will be a dynamic blend of strategic planning and operational leadership. You will partner with client leaders to develop account plans that enhance the value of their portfolios, ensuring properties are managed profitably and in compliance with all life safety regulations. A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to mentoring and coaching Regional Facilities Managers, fostering their career growth, and ensuring they possess the skills to deliver best-in-class service.
You will lead the financial stewardship of the portfolio, overseeing budget preparation, capital planning, and cash flow management. By standardizing reporting systems, you will ensure that client reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned with established standards. You will also act as a key negotiator for service contracts, balancing performance and cost while upholding Cushman & Wakefield's values of integrity and business conduct.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for this role will undergo a comprehensive evaluation designed to assess both strategic vision and operational expertise. The process typically includes:
- Initial Screening: A review of your background against the core requirements of global facility management.
- Executive Interview: A deep-dive discussion with senior leadership focusing on your strategic approach to portfolio management and team development.
- Stakeholder Alignment: Meetings with regional leaders to assess cultural fit and operational compatibility.
- Final Review: A final decision based on holistic performance across all stages.
Our Culture & Commitment to Diversity
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated without regard to these characteristics.
We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. Discrimination of any type is not tolerated. If you have a disability and require an accommodation to apply, please contact our ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com.
Application Instructions
To join our team, please submit your application through our official careers portal. Ensure your resume highlights your experience in leading regional or global facility management teams, your financial acumen, and your track record in driving operational excellence within commercial real estate environments.
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Skills: Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, Business Administration, Commercial Real Estate, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Property Management, Facility Management, Vendor Management.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, or Business Administration required; Masters degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Facilities Management Director at Cushman & Wakefield
What does a Facilities Management Director at Cushman & Wakefield do?expand_more
In this Facilities Management Director at Cushman & Wakefield role, you will lead coordination and quality assurance of all account services and adherence to client real estate standards; ensure compliance with legislative, environmental, health, and safety requirements across the portfolio; provide strategic oversight to regional facilities managers across global regions to ensure consistent delivery; and develop financial plans and oversee budget preparation, capital planning, and cash flow management.
What are the requirements for this Facilities Management Director role?expand_more
To qualify for the Facilities Management Director at Cushman & Wakefield position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, or Business Administration; Minimum of 10 years of commercial high-rise, campus environment, property portfolio management, and/or facility management experience; At least 6 years at the Facility Manager level; 12+ years of relevant experience as portfolio/asset manager; Ability to travel domestically and internationally (passport required); and Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.