Director of Facilities

The Director of Facilities is a senior member of the team, responsible for designing and maintaining the Company's facilities to meet the highest industry standards. This includes but is not limited to HVAC and mechanicals, power generation, AC and DC Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS), Security systems, and facility environmental monitoring. Director of Facilities will source and manage contractors to perform maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to facilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Architect data center and network POP facilities Source vendors to perform facilities maintenance and upgrades Develop, document and implement maintenance plans for all facilities, and Facility systems (DC Plant, Battery plant, HVAC, Fire Suppression, backup power, etc.) Create written Design Packages to include detailed implementation project plans and procedures Coordinates internal and contracted resources to implement plans. Maintain utility and vendor contact list. Maintain facilities document repository that a identifies all locations, contracts, capabilities, etc. Manage all existing leases and renewals for facilities managed by the team. Coordinate real estate communications for new leases and renewals. Track and approve all billing related to facilities. Develop and track key performance indicators for Facilities management Author quality assurance testing procedures, Change Management requests/Methods of Procedure Act as an escalation contact during large outages, performing root cause failure analysis. Identify and recommend hardware and support solutions based on research and analysis of new technologies. Provide technical expertise to sales engineering teams during complex customer opportunities. Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to the company. Perform special projects and other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS: Must have thorough understanding of a variety of concepts, practices, procedures, and theory with detailed knowledge of facility management, design, and maintenance. Additionally, must have experience architecting telecom and data center facilities, contractor selection processes and management. Ability to communicate professionally through all types of media with associates, management, contractors, and vendors. Must have strong work ethic, be well organized, and reliable. Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. Understanding of inside plant construction requirements and Central Office (GR-1275), Blue Book, and NESC standards preferred but not required. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in engineering plus a minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Benefits and Compensation: We offer a competitive benefits package including a comprehensive medical benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, 401(k) and flexible work arrangements. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or veteran disability, in compliance with state and federal laws. Why Join Us: Cutting-Edge Technology: Be part of a dynamic organization at the forefront of fiber-optic technology and telecommunications solutions. Network Expansion: Contribute to our ongoing growth and expansion, connecting more locations and delivering innovative services. Diverse Clientele: Work with a broad range of clients, including national providers, leading enterprises, and institutions across various industries. Inclusive Workplace: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where your skills and talents are valued. Join us in shaping the future of our dynamic telecommunications company and making a difference in the world through telecommunications. Your expertise and leadership can help us achieve our goals and empower our employees to thrive.