Managing the overall Facilities Investment program, ensuring maintenance, repair, and improvements align with contractual obligations and client expectations.
Overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of facility investment projects to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery.
Developing and implementing operational goals, objectives, and plans that enhance the long-term value and functionality of managed facilities.
Managing multi-disciplinary teams responsible for implementing and supporting a wide variety of facility improvement and maintenance activities.
Ensuring effective communication and coordination with government representatives, contractors, and team members to achieve mutual goals.
Proactively solving problems through leadership and collaboration, addressing challenges to maintain performance metrics.
Being readily available during normal Government working hours to address day-to-day operational issues and provide oversight of program activities.
Responding to contingencies or emergency situations, ensuring availability on-site within two (2) hours when required.
Overseeing adherence to Government standards, policies, and contract requirements related to facilities management.
Preparing and delivering management reports, including program performance, status updates, and improvement recommendations.

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a Facilities Manager or in a closely related occupation managing a multi-disciplinary environment comparable in scope to the requirements of this role.
Strong leadership and management experience with a track record of effectively managing teams and projects in a complex environment.
Proven ability to plan and execute facilities investment programs to meet operational, financial, and strategic goals.
Knowledge of best practices in facilities management, maintenance, and investment strategies, including cost control and project management expertise.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills to develop and implement improvements and address challenges effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to coordinate with clients and team members at all levels.
Ability to quickly respond to contingencies and emergencies, maintaining availability within designated timelines.
Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance for the duration of deployment.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Facility Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Prior experience managing facilities in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce.
Certification in facilities management or project management, such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Project Management Professional (PMP).
Familiarity with Navy or Department of Defense facilities management practices, standards, and protocols.
Experience managing large-scale facilities investment programs for Government or military clients.
Valid country driver’s license.

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