Who are we
Equinix is the worlds digital infrastructure company®, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.
A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.
Manager, Corporate Real Estate
Job Summary
As the worlds largest data center company, Equinix brings global leaders the power of interconnection: the ability to connect in many ways to the many customers, partners and geographies they need to accelerate business performance and craft new opportunities. Equinix is a platform for innovation, growth and leadership.
We facilitate more than 188,000 connections among our 6,000+ customers, making us the leading global interconnection platform. We are passionate about further evolving the specific areas of software development, software and network architecture, network operations, and complex cloud and application solutions.
Responsibilities
Planning
Oversees facilities planning and operations, including capacity projection and space allocation, asset inventory management, receptionist, corporate services, food service, furniture vendor, staples account, security, copy center and mail services
Promotes and executes strategic space planning to efficiently manage Real Estate portfolio
Helps support facility-specific cost savings targets to contribute to the account achieving significant savings
Operations
Seeks to continuously improve processes, systems and overall client satisfaction
Business Continuity
Assumes leadership role for functional Business Continuity Planning
May act as representative of office safety committee, building emergency committee, and campus ergonomic program
Oversees departmental compliance with OSHA/EH&S regulations regarding state and campus policies and procedures, and works to implement safety and emergency preparedness policies and procedures with staff, including maintaining first aid supplies and AEDs, fire extinguishers and other safety equipment
Repairs and Maintenance
Manages procurement, maintenance and upgrades of furniture, electrical, audio/visual, cabling, janitorial, plumbing, utilities, and HVAC, security systems, and signage for the overall facility
Property Management Coordination
Manages headquarters, regional and sales office expansion through the region, traveling to remote sites as needed
Responsible for facilities management of 4+ offices remotely, including the supervision and coordination of moving staff, reconfiguring offices and cubicles, office repairs, and equipment moves at several different locations
Establishes and administers policies and procedures for events and coordinates activities and events with other departments
Oversees coordination with property management on various issues such as building maintenance and security, safety (smoke detectors, sprinkler system, emergency lighting), and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) needs
Ensures appropriate follow up with customers
Resource Management
Develops and manages functional budgets and metrics, and provides regular reports as required
People Management
Manages Facilities team in efforts to ensure 100% adherence to guidelines and policies
Provides coaching, and direction and information to vendors, service providers and facilities staff as required to ensure excellent coordination and execution of work with minimal disruption
Provides leadership and guidance to team members, setting clear goals, developing individual capabilities, and providing quarterly and year-end feedback to individual on overall performance
Stakeholder Management
Establishes and maintains successful working relationships with landlords, property managers and corporate real estate management (CREGS), as well as appropriate vendors and corporate groups
Qualifications
10+ years experience as a facilities or property management or at a medium or large facility (ideally in excess of 50,000 square feet) strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree in Business Management preferred
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Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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