Position Summary

Friedman Real Estate, one of the nation’s leading privately owned, full-service commercial real estate firms, is seeking a Director of Facilities to lead facilities operations across the company’s managed properties and oversee capital projects for both managed assets and non-managed third-party assignments.

This role has responsibility for the company’s 24/7 service center, roving maintenance technicians, on-site building engineers, and the successful delivery of major capital improvement projects, ensuring high service standards, operational efficiency, and client satisfaction. The Director of Facilities will work closely with the company’s property management team and report directly to the Senior Managing Director of Commercial Management Services.

 

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the company’s 24/7 service center. Oversee roving maintenance technicians and on-site building engineers across multiple properties and states. Direct all major capital projects (including roofs, facades, elevators, parking garages, asphalt, and concrete) from planning through completion for managed and non-managed properties. Establish and monitor service standards, response times, and performance metrics. Manage operating and capital budgets, vendor relationships, and service contracts. Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and building code requirements. Serve as a senior point of contact for clients, property owners, and internal stakeholders.

 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent experience considered. Minimum of 8 years of facilities management or building operations experience, including leadership responsibility. Proven experience managing engineering teams and overseeing capital improvement projects. Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance best practices, and project management.

 

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary plus annual bonus Car, gas, and phone allowance Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Continuing education reimbursement

 

Friedman Real Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.