Job Title
Associate Director
Position Overview
The Associate Director – Operations Lead will provide
strategic leadership and oversight for facility management operations across a portfolio of sites
. Based at the Head Office, the role focuses on
centralized operations management, process standardization, vendor governance, financial planning, and performance monitoring
, ensuring operational excellence, cost optimization, and alignment with client and organizational objectives. The role acts as a key link between corporate leadership, site operations, and clients, driving
consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement
across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and continuously improve
centralized operational policies, SOPs, and best practices
across all sites. Oversee
vendor and contract management
, ensuring cost optimization, compliance, and service delivery standards are met across multiple locations. Monitor and analyze
operational KPIs, SLAs, and service quality
across the portfolio; lead initiatives for process optimization and operational efficiency. Lead
budgeting, financial planning, forecasting, and cost control initiatives
for facility operations; support CAPEX planning and capital project oversight. Drive the deployment of
centralized technology solutions
, to enhance operational visibility and control. Provide guidance and support to site operations teams on complex issues, escalations, and implementation of corporate policies. Prepare and present
annual operational plans, business plans, and performance reports
to senior leadership. Lead
talent management and development
for operations teams, including recruitment, performance evaluation, training, and succession planning. Ensure
regulatory, safety, environmental, and quality compliance
across all facilities. Serve as a central point for
coordination between HO, site teams, clients, and vendors
, ensuring consistency in operations and service delivery.
Key Skills And Capabilities
- Strategic operational leadership across multi-site portfolios.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels.
- Expertise in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
- In-depth experience in vendor and contract management, with focus on performance and compliance.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory, safety, and environmental compliance in facility management.
- Proven ability in team leadership, coaching, and talent development.
Professional Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, Engineering, or Business Administration.
- Minimum 10–12 years of experience in facility management operations, with at least 5 years in a senior/portfolio-level HO or centralized operations role.
- Proven experience in multi-site operations, process standardization, vendor management, and financial oversight.
- Experience in critical systems, property operations, and strategic operational planning preferred.
- Certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM), or other relevant technical/business certifications are highly desirable.
- Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint is advantageous.
INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”