Regional Asset Manager

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Preferred location is St. Petersburg, FL with an alternate location in Lake Mary, FL. Hiring manager may consider additional FL locations at their discretion.

Position Summary

The Regional Facilities Management Asset Manager is responsible for operations and management of the Duke Energy commercial facility portfolio within the Florida region. This includes both leased and owned properties, in a variety of workplaces from commercial office space, critical environments, such as data centers and 24 x 7 operations control centers, to manned/unmanned operations buildings. This position will focus on optimizing delivery of building services by providing cost effective, safe, and productive work environments available on a 24x7 basis that still meets our real estate strategic plan. The position is responsible for administration and effective delivery of both operations and maintenance of facilities as well as assisting in the planning of capital investment projects associated with facility improvements and new construction. These functions will utilize a mix of in-house (employee and/or contingent workers) and outsource provider resources to complete projects and manage facilities. The operations oversight responsibility includes managing resources and budgets supporting facility management functions for the region’s portion of an overall baseline O&M budget of approximately $55 million and assisting with the oversight of a capital budget of approximately $75 million with additional customer project funding ranging from $30 million to $100 million annually. This will be accomplished by providing leadership and sound business management practices utilizing internal and external resources to provide quality customer service in the most cost effective and process centric manner possible. The Regional Facilities Management Asset Manager will assure that all internal and external provider metrics and scorecards are meeting goals, along with finding improvement areas to continue to drive asset optimization, customer services delivery, and financial performance.

Responsibilities

- Regional Project Management – Direct, lead and guide internal/external outsource provider resources that manage a group of professional (engineers, architects, designers, construction, etc.) and technical personnel who are responsible for the scope, design, specifications, construction, safety, code compliance, environmental compliance, sustainability, project management, and program management in order to complete assigned projects within schedule and under budget. Assure the design, construction, renovation, review, and approval of regional facility projects support Duke Energy’s needs and align with Portfolio Strategy. Develop and manage systems to monitor progress and measure success in order to ensure budget, schedule, safety, and environmental goals are met. Organize and manage personnel and resources so that the group is efficient and flexible. Develop plans to ensure adequate contracts and controls are in place for consulting, design and construction services. Oversee the use of contracts and contract personnel in the region. Review, evaluate and approve contract documents, requisitions, purchase orders, change orders, project documentation, and regulatory documentation that are within approval authority. Lead the regional application and use of company guidelines and standards related to office space, facility equipment, and design standards, while also participating in the development of said guidelines and standards.

- Regional Facilities Management – Direct in-house and outsource provider resources that support the 24x7 day-to-day operations, maintenance, and repair of assigned facilities. Oversight includes safety, environmental, and sustainability adherence to the facilities program. Oversee and lead a regional facilities management function to ensure maintenance and operation of all buildings and facility systems comply with Federal, State and Local ADA regulations, indoor air quality specifications and life safety standards. Oversee the quality of facility conditions and appearance by ensuring formal facility assessments are conducted, proactive preventative maintenance programs are developed, facility issues are addressed promptly, and the corporate brand is protected. Insure operating costs are monitored and benchmarked to target opportunities for improvement and to lower costs while maintaining service delivery standards are maintained appropriately to our workplace standards. Oversee outsource provider performance and ensure concerns, problems, and service deliverly quality standards are met or are addressed promptly.

- Regional Leadership - Maintain a productive and motivated work team through human resources management and collaborative team environment. Establish strategic plans to deliver effective facilities and project management services to customers, including leading capital planning efforts, monitoring internal and external facilities management metric/scorecards seeking continuous improvement in delivering services. Provides broad guidance and direction to internal and external resources in the accomplishment of their responsibilities. Enforce company and departmental policies and procedures. Conduct staff meetings to review and monitor work-in-progress and employee/contingent work concerns and to communicate pertinent information. Promote good relations and participate in the resolution of employee, contingent worker, and customer problems and complaints. Oversee and monitors performance management and salary administration within the region to ensure consistency and equity. Recommend and approves the selection, promotion, and transfer/rotation of subordinates. Recommend and approve employee training and development programs for subordinates. Monitor and ensure compliance with EEO, affirmative action, EHS programs and regulations within the region and works diligently to ensure continual improvement in MWBE participation and success. (May include represented employees, which require adherence to the contracts, processes and procedures required for represented employees.)

- Business Management - Oversee systems, processes, and procedures to monitor progress and measure success to ensure budget, schedule, customer satisfaction, contract performance, safety, and environmental goals are met. Ensure projects are justified and evaluated to see that an adequate Business Case exists for projects. Develop and vet annual regional budgets for operations and maintenance budget as well as capital budget. Develop regional operating goals and plan that align with departmental operating plans and provide a consistent service delivery to give similar customer experiences across the portfolio. Utilize department tools (spreadsheets, databases, schedules, etc.) to monitor status, report on goals, measurements, and ensure delivery of services meet expectations. Ensure outsource provider resources are committed to achieving services delivery standards, safety, and environmental goals by promoting these issues in team and group meetings. Approve project funding up to DOA levels. Oversee monitoring of regional KPI’s, as approved by department management.

- Regional Project Management – Direct, lead and guide internal/external outsource provider resources that manage a group of professional (engineers, architects, designers, construction, etc.) and technical personnel who are responsible for the scope, design, specifications, construction, safety, code compliance, environmental compliance, sustainability, project management, and program management in order to complete assigned projects within schedule and under budget. Assure the design, construction, renovation, review, and approval of regional facility projects support Duke Energy’s needs and align with Portfolio Strategy. Develop and manage systems to monitor progress and measure success in order to ensure budget, schedule, safety, and environmental goals are met. Organize and manage personnel and resources so that the group is efficient and flexible. Develop plans to ensure adequate contracts and controls are in place for consulting, design and construction services. Oversee the use of contracts and contract personnel in the region. Review, evaluate and approve contract documents, requisitions, purchase orders, change orders, project documentation, and regulatory documentation that are within approval authority. Lead the regional application and use of company guidelines and standards related to office space, facility equipment, and design standards, while also participating in the development of said guidelines and standards.

- Internal & Industry Participation – Ensure regional leadership team keeps abreast of project management, facilities management, and technical support principles to provide leadership and direction to organization. Provide opportunities to gain technical knowledge as needed to ensure consistency through participation in collaborative opportunities across regions, in workshops, seminars, training to maintain licenses and knowledge of facility construction and operations principles. Review and research available resources to stay abreast of changing technology and techniques that would benefit Duke Energy real estate management. Participate in professional and trade organizations in order to learn best practices.

Required/Basic Qualifications (Lead Sourcing Specialist)

- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Business Management or Engineering

- Minimum of 5 years required related work experience

- In lieu of Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related work experience listed above, High School/GED degree AND 15 years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

- Commercial Facility Management operations experience.

- General knowledge of Real Estate practices.

- Excellent leadership skills and demonstrated proficiency at building collaborative teams.

- Good knowledge of Supply Chain, Environment, and Health and Safety policies and procedures.

- Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing, problem solving, preparing and presenting recommendations to management or business units.

- Ability to work with all levels of management, including senior executives.

- Ability to handle multiple assignments and deadlines with pressing deadlines

- Demonstrated creativity, innovation and flexibility in problem solving.

- Ability to meet tight/short deadlines and respond quickly to changing needs.

- Experience in the management of suppliers.

- Excellent communication skills (written / verbal).

- Good understanding of the Duke Energy financial management system and utility financial principals.

- Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite.

- Thorough knowledge of AIA Contract Documents

Working Conditions

- Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to the assigned Duke Energy facility.

- Normal office environment with occasional site visits, overnight and out-of-town travel.

- Location:

- Preferred: St. Petersburg, FL

- Alternative: Lake Mary, FL

- Hiring manager may consider additional FL locations at their discretion.

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Travel Requirements

15-25%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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