Our client, a Connecticut-based investment firm, is seeking a strategic and hands-on Facilities Director to oversee all aspects of property operations and workplace infrastructure. This is a full-time, on-site leadership opportunity with high visibility across the firm and strong long-term growth potential.
On-site schedule: 5 days per week
Hours: 9:00am–6:00pm
Base salary: $100-120K
Responsibilities:
- Lead the daily operations and long-term planning of multiple office facilities, including mechanical, electrical, and safety systems
- Supervise an in-house facilities team, including engineers, maintenance staff, and service technicians
- Oversee all vendor relationships and service contracts to ensure performance, compliance, and cost-efficiency
- Coordinate building projects such as renovations or space buildouts, ensuring minimal disruption to business activities
- Manage facility-related budgets, forecasts, and capital improvement plans
- Ensure all properties comply with current safety codes, zoning laws, and environmental standards
- Liaise with third-party property managers and landlords regarding lease agreements and building operations
- Oversee support services such as food service, janitorial, security, and fitness/wellness programs
- Support disaster recovery planning and maintain readiness of backup systems, including data center facilities
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years in a senior facilities or operations leadership role, ideally with team management experience
- Strong understanding of building systems, vendor oversight, and workplace safety protocols
- Familiarity with business continuity and disaster recovery processes
- Experience coordinating space planning, office moves, or construction projects
- Excellent communication and organizational skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- Bachelor's degree preferred but not required