Engineering Operations Director

Description

• Identify and solve multi-dimensional, complex operational and organizational problems, leveraging appropriate internal and external resources. This includes troubleshooting in demanding production environments and critical spaces.
• Oversee a business unit's financial performance, ensuring fiscal responsibility and identifying opportunities for efficiency.
• Direct the daily operation of facility controls and advanced asset management systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance.
• Provide formal supervision, mentorship, and coaching to employees, fostering their training and development. This includes conducting performance evaluations and overseeing the recruiting and hiring of new team members.
• Apply a robust knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines, the business landscape, and key drivers impacting departmental and cross-functional performance, particularly within critical environments.
• Approve annual operating budgets, meticulously managing resources to achieve operational goals.
• Serve as a technical SME for site operations, providing in-depth knowledge and guidance, with the potential to expand into an account leadership role.
• Significantly improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within the job discipline, driving innovation and efficiency.
• Actively seek out new business opportunities, including identifying prospects, engaging in client solicitations, developing compelling proposals, and delivering impactful presentations. (While not applicable to all GWS specific roles, a proactive approach to identifying improvements is expected).
• Lead by example, modeling behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values. Persuade managers and other colleagues to take action while being guided by organizational and functional business plans. Negotiate effectively with external partners, vendors, and customers of divergent interests to achieve common goals.
• Approve the hiring of contractors and subcontractors based on facility needs, implementing rigorous bidding procedures for all contract maintenance activities.
• Foster a collaborative environment, working effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Manage relationships with third-party providers, ensuring high-quality service delivery and effective communication.
• Collaborate closely with client management to understand their needs and deliver exceptional service.
• Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities, establishing efficient work schedules, assigning tasks, and implementing cross-training programs to enhance skill sets. Set and track staff and department deadlines with a focus on accountability.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of Google Office products (e.g., Google Docs, Google Drive) or similar productivity suites.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations, and effectively handle problems.
• Expert organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Extensive experience with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, including a deep technical understanding of air handlers and other critical infrastructure.
• Leadership skills to set, manage, and achieve targets with a direct impact on multiple department results within a function.
• Experience preferred in developing and managing organizational budgets.
• GXP (Good Manufacturing Practice/Good Documentation Practice) experience is a plus.
• Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is preferred.
• Exhibit a high degree of commitment to project success, including the flexibility to work long hours as needed to meet critical deadlines and respond to urgent situations.
• Proven experience in critical environments or specialty spaces such as clean rooms, data centers, or laboratories.
• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline preferred with 8-12 years of relevant experience in a production environment. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, both written and verbal, effectively conveying complex technical information to diverse audiences.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance