Director of Facilities

At Richemont Americas, we are proud to employ talent from many different backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that when diversity and inclusion are fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence. We continue to work towards creating a workforce that represents the diversity of our clients and our communities.

 

Director of Facilities

Richemont | Dallas, TX

 

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Director of Facilities is responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of the company’s physical work spaces across the U.S. and Mexico City, including the company’s three key operational facilities in Dallas, Texas. This role collaborates with Regional BOS colleagues and key leaders to strategize, implement, and oversee all plans, projects, and initiatives related to the Dallas facilities. This includes managing internal and external resources, prioritizing needs, and providing technical expertise to ensure optimized workplace functionality that supports a safe, productive, comfortable employee experience. Additionally, this role serves as the Region’s technical/mechanical expert, providing consultation to the company’s U.S. and Mexico City locations, and liaising with third-party service providers to assess needs and determine optimal solutions.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Strategy and Planning Responsibilities

• Collaborate with key stakeholders in the ongoing evaluation of all assigned facilities to identify and prioritize short-term and long-term needs, create and maintain a project roadmap, and ensure the appropriate allocation of resources, in alignment with Richemont Group’s Real Estate Guidelines.
• Plan and oversee the execution of all facilities-related activities, including moves, renovations, and maintenance, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.
• Lead operational and capex budget preparation, oversight, and reporting, in collaboration with Group and Region Real Estate/BOS leaders and Finance.
• Partner with key stakeholders to establish facilities guidelines and best practices, and define KPIs to drive performance.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of workspace management, construction, and maintenance at Richemont’s U.S. and Mexico City work locations, with a focus on our operational facilities.
• Plan and manage the inspection and maintenance of facilities, related infrastructure, electrical, and mechanical equipment to ensure smooth, uninterrupted operations.
• Maintain awareness of and compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations and requirements across all facilities.
• Lead the monitoring and alignment of assigned BOS processes and procedures across Functions, Maisons, and work locations, and recommend/implement efficiencies and improvements.
• Collaborate with relevant teams to coordinate and execute space allocation and configuration plans.
• Oversee the selection and management of vendors, contractors, and service providers; negotiate contracts, review performance, and manage relationships to ensure maintenance, repairs, and service needs are met, according to established agreements and standards.
• Ensure rapid and reliable response to all BOS-related employee requests.
• Prepare and deliver BOS-related presentations and communications to senior leaders and key stakeholders.
• Partner with the Region’s CSR leader to support and promote sustainable practices and resources across assigned locations, and make BOS-related sustainability recommendations, in alignment with Group guidance, as necessary for renovations and new construction.
• Partner with Health & Safety to maintain awareness and contribute to the execution of the Dallas facilities’emergency response plans, as needed.
• Serve as the escalation point for all technical/mechanical BOS matters throughout the Region.
• Maintain positive, productive working relationships with leasing agents and property managers to support optimized employee experiences ROI.
• Oversee and facilitate, as necessary, the timely and accurate processing of all relevant vendor invoices.
• Maintain awareness of sustainable, cost-effective BOS best practices, trends, and innovations, and make appropriate recommendations to leadership.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Provide motivating and inspiring leadership to direct reports and their teams, driving the delivery of high-quality service and performance, and supporting employee growth and professional development.
• Provide technical expertise and consultation to the organization with respect to facilities-related mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural components.