BlackRock

Vice President, Facilities Operations - NYC

New York, NY | $110K - $159K

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Qualifications

This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial planning, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders
A reputation for collaborating effectively, consulting with colleagues, and co-building strategies to solve complex problems
Proven skill in handling diverse clients, managing multiple tasks and requests simultaneously, problem-solving, and excelling in complex environments with rapidly changing priorities and competing deadlines
Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and diligence, ability to multitask and problem solve in a fast paced, demanding environment
Knowledge of building systems and infrastructure
Knowledge and experience with a large, diversified work force, especially experience and understanding of union personnel and procedures
(Example- 32BJ/Local 94)
Ability to function independently and exercise considerable judgement in the resolution of problems and/or coordination of emergency incidents
Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
Advanced knowledge of Smart Sheets, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Adobe Acrobat
Communication – Articulates long-term vision in a compelling way that inspires the team, actively engages in discussions with peers, able to confront peers to challenge thinking respectfully, able to handle adverse and divergent opinions presented in a manner which encourages open debate
Technology savvy, able to review and interpret data to support department needs, vendor data to ensure appropriate & consistent service to the site
Strategic Thinking – Analyzes financial, brand and employee impact of major site decisions prior to implementation, able to identify industry trends and understands competitive landscape
Team Leadership – Able to assess and deploy talent against project objectives, focused on developing team talent, leads through delegation and providing opportunity for team to excel, takes decisive action with urgency, leads cross functional collaboration as needed
Customer Centricity– Understands cross-functional roles to produce a positive user experience, makes decisions based on the best interest of all or most stakeholders
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Facility Management, or Construction Management
10 years related experience, 5 years managerial experience
Supervision Exercised/Received

Responsibilities

The Global Workplace Experience team is responsible for delivery of a workplace environment for employees and visitors that is customer focused, enables productivity, reflects the BlackRock culture, and operates with efficiency
The team works with stakeholders, internal partners, and vendors to ensure consistent service delivery and provide a well-managed workplace that meets business needs
This role operates under the guidance of the Director of Facilities at NYC WEX
The primary responsibilities include providing leadership, formulating strategic direction, and planning operations for Facilities & Building Management
Establishing and maintaining service levels suitable for a Class A building in NYC
Offering constructive feedback for team development and clearly defining performance metrics necessary for site support
Ensuring the implementation of regular and effective vendor oversight practices and performance reviews
This role is integral to maintaining the high standards of our facilities and ensuring the smooth operation of our site
Maintenance Planning & Facilities Operations
Participate in maintenance planning and operations, programs, and projects to ensure alignment with organizational business goals and objectives
Drive and deliver effective planning, management and execution of all maintenance while supporting construction projects in collaboration with operations partners
Lead, direct, and administer all Facilities operations including but not limited to, budgeting and forecasting, purchasing, department management, policy implementation and enforcement of procedure and operation standards
Identify and implement changes and/or updates in requirements for maintenance operations of facilities, equipment, and supplies
Oversee compliance of all facilities maintenance programs and service contracts
The goal is to ensure that the organization’s financial resources are managed effectively and strategically to support its mission and objectives
Drive the OPEX planning process for the NYC Hub
This includes overseeing monthly variance reporting and budget alignment meetings, managing the annual budgeting process, and conducting regular reviews of expenditures and payments to ensure financial objectives are met
Develop and implement short and long-term operational plans aimed at improving productivity, enhancing efficiencies, and containing costs
These plans should be informed by best practices, industry trends, and innovative solutions
Align with vendor management program to identify potential areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements
Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management, providing insights into budget performance, financial trends, and forecasted expenses
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards, implementing robust financial controls and procedures to mitigate financial risks
Collaborate with external partners to facilitate regular variance report audit, ensuring transparency and accuracy in financial reporting
Performance Management & Leadership
Create Key Performance Indicators to monitor and measure areas of improvement in contract service levels, safety and workforce efficiencies
Build and foster initiative-taking and trusting relationships with BlackRock colleagues and leadership to achieve organizational goals and objectives
Provide support and development to staff through performance management, coaching, training, motivation, and discipline
Ensure the organization's core values are modeled & driven in everything we do
Partner with other NYC Hub Leaders to build flexibility and resilience in the organization
Learning each other’s roles, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and coverage and demonstrating a joined-up leadership organization to the NYC WEX team, its partners and clients
Familiarity with third party service provider agreements and how to effectively manage
Partnership with a VP of Facility Management who leads vendor management programs
Oversite of the third-party AFM and the Facility technicians

Benefits

For New York City only: The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $158,500
Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, leave benefits, and retirement benefits
BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about

: 10,001+ employees
: Financial Services, Asset Management, Investment Management, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Venture Capital, financial services, Hedge Funds, investment management, asset management
: Public Company
: NYSE:BLK
: Founded: 1988
: New York, NY