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Austin, Texas, Purpose:   Under nominal direction, develops, plans, and implements operational plans and public works functions for the City of Austin. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:   Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Manages division and section activities, including audits of existing facilities, equipment, and personnel to ensure effectiveness and efficiency. Identifies and analyzes trends; determines methodologies to implement change. Develops and implements short and long range plans, programs, and personnel that provide administrative, managerial support, fiscal management, program planning, and evaluation. Determines goals, objectives, and resource requirements for activities within the division. Develops, revises, and implements standard operating practice, policy, and procedure governing the division. Ensures division is in compliance with all City practice, policy, and procedure. Develops and reviews infrastructure maintenance and repair functions and technical criteria, including but not limited to roads, traffic signals, signs, pavement striping, pavement markings, facilities (mobility management center), street trees, and vehicle maintenance. Serves as the Emergency Response Management Coordinator for the Department. Reviews, approves, and implements quality and safety systems and programs. Assists in the preparation, presentation, and monitoring the departmental budget, and ensures department operates within appropriated budget. Represents the department at City Council meetings, citizens groups, boards and commissions. Provides support to other City departments and agencies on an enterprise basis. Investigates and resolves consumer and citizen inquiries and complaints. Prepares and presents reports by compiling, reviewing, and analyzing data; provides written or oral reports. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:   Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:   Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.  Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedure.  Knowledge of technical aspects of maintenance and repair operations. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.  Skill in oral and written communications.  Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.  Skill in using computers and related software applications.  Skill in data analysis and problem solving.  Skill in managing multiple programs, projects, and tasks. Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.  Ability to establish and maintain excellent communication and working relationships with city personnel and the public. Minimum Qualifications:   Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or Public Administration ,plus six (6) years of supervisory/management experience in road, pavement, utilities, vehicle, facilities, and other public works maintenance and repair operations. Twelve (12) college semester hours of graduate work in one of the above-specified areas may substitute for six months of the required work experience up to a maximum of two (2) years. Licenses and Certifications Required:   None.

Austin, Texas, Purpose:   Under nominal direction, this position plans, directs, and manages finance, business systems, human resources, real estate, emergency response, and administrative functions. This position recommends improvement to transportation functions for the City of Austin. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:   Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Manages division and section activities, including audits of existing facilities, equipment, and personnel to ensure effectiveness and efficiency. Identifies and analyzes trends, and determines methodologies to implement change. Oversees departmental fiscal, human resources, budgetary, administrative, legislative, and shared services policies and procedures. Develops and implements short- and long-range plans, programs, and personnel that provide administrative, managerial support, fiscal management, program planning, and evaluation. Determines goals, objectives, and resource requirements for activities within the division. Develops, revises, and implements standard operating practices, policies, and procedures governing the division. Ensures division is in compliance with all City practices, policies, and procedures. Serves as the Emergency Response Management Coordinator and may be called upon to lead emergency response to provide inter-city assistance. Coordinates the department’s shelter management team and ensures the department is prepared for emergency response to disasters. Reviews, approves, and implements quality and safety systems and programs. Ensures the department has resiliency planning in place to ensure and accelerate recovery from events. Assists and oversees the preparation, presentation, and monitoring of the departmental budget; and ensures the department operates within appropriated budget. Represents the department at City Council, citizens groups, and boards and commissions meetings. Provides support to other City departments and agencies on an enterprise basis. Prepares and presents reports by compiling, reviewing, and analyzing data; provides written or oral reports regarding transportation functions for the City. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:   Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:   Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation. Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances. Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of technical aspects of maintenance and repair operations. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Knowledge of equity concepts, including experience in applying equity frameworks to established laws, ordinances, and long-standing practices. Skill in oral and written communications. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in data analysis and problem solving. Skill in managing multiple programs, projects, and tasks. Skill in management of emergency-related incidents. Ability to use an equity lens and framework to create inclusive, diverse, and safe workplaces. Ability to manage diversity, understand inclusion, and work with diverse communities or populations to build constructive and effective relationships. Ability to establish and maintain excellent communication and working relationships with City Management, City Council, Boards and Commissions, City employees, and the public. Minimum Qualifications:   Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Planning, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or Public Administration, plus six (6) years of related experience in a field related to the position, including three (3) years of experience which were in a supervisory or management capacity. Licenses and Certifications Required:   None.

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Atlanta, Georgia, Job Title Senior Property Manager Job Description Summary Responsible for the management of the Property Management staff as well as to oversee a significant portfolio or property and to serve as a point person on third-party relationships Job Description ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ⢠Direct, coordinate, and exercise functional responsibility for property management business ⢠Provide overall property management leadership through the development and interpretation of policies and programs, coordination of information flow and property management strategy ⢠Provide direction and leadership to Property Management staff, promoting reasonable career paths associated with property management professionals ⢠Track budget variances and ensure smooth recovery process ⢠Oversee the billing process including payment of invoices and disbursement of funds ⢠Monitor cash flow and cash requirements in conjunction with Property Manager to ensure efficient use of cash ⢠Oversee preparation of reports, annual budget, and other documents for owner in accordance with the management agreement ⢠Support prompt collection of management fees and reimbursements to overhead ⢠Maintain interface with third-party owners, ensuring total contract compliance, and accurate and timely reporting ⢠Resolve tenant relations issues to ensure their satisfaction ⢠Perform regular property inspections with staff ⢠Oversee construction projects with Construction Manager, including approving construction contract and invoices ⢠Ensure compliance with Property Management Policies and Procedures, codes, regulations, and governmental agency directives KEY COMPETENCIES 1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written) 2. Customer Focus 3. Problem Solving/Analysis 4. Leadership Skills 5. Teamwork Orientation 6. Time Management Skills 7. Financial Acumen IMPORTANT EDUCATION ⢠Bachelorâ™s Degree in Business Administration or related discipline preferred IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE ⢠5+ years of real estate property management or related experience ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS ⢠CPM, RPA, or CSM designation ⢠Possess real estate license ⢠Strong knowledge of finance and building operations ⢠Proven experience in management, evaluation, development, and motivation of subordinates ⢠Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals, including both employees and vendors ⢠Previous experience in analyzing and negotiating commercial lease and/or contract language ⢠Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to travel from floor to floor, climb stairs, and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly operate office machinery. AAP/EEO STATEMENT C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, C&W takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. OTHER DUTIES This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

St. Louis, Missouri, Job Title Sr. Account Director Job Description Summary The Senior Director IFM will manage and direct activities for the delivery of hard services, critical operations and asset planning, maintenance and repair for an industrial warehouse portfolio with accountability for the overall delivery of, including engineering services, site services, energy management, soft services, and environmental health & safety and sustainability. Responsibilities also include MSA compliance, adherence to business plan, budgetary control, capital planning and oversight of the daily management and operational activities associated with the portfolio. Job Description ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES With a deep understanding of maintenance engineering support for large industrial warehouse distribution facilities, develop and execute IFM strategies to improve operational excellences year over year Lead coordination, delivery and quality assurance of all C&W account services and adherence to the clientâ™s real estate standards of performance and needs Assure integration, as applicable, across all service delivery work streams: facilities management, capital planning and project management Complete understanding of contract obligations by initiating audit & control systems to ensure statutory, policy and contractual commitments are satisfied Visit these facilities around the country throughout the year to build rapport with onsite client leadership, onsite maintenance teams and to assess the health of our overall operation through a preset leadership checklist of activities. Ensure customer focus within all areas of operational activities and maintenance of effective relationships with key client contacts Develop financial plans and specific goals for cost control/reduction and ensure that these goals are met or exceeded Provide leadership and guidance, advice, coaching and direct support where required to deliver best practice selection, training, assessment and recognition/reward Develop and maintain relationships with regional and facility team leaders driving the operational and strategic goals Support effective business communications by providing advice and leadership while making a direct contribution during team meetings, client briefings and monthly reporting Ensure optimum staffing structures operate across the portfolio to balance coverage and performance needs with the delivery of service excellence Ensure portfolio is staffed by appropriately skilled personnel and teams, taking direct responsibility for the appointment of qualified personnel and an effective succession plan Monitor and lead adherence to all standard operating procedures across all facilities for consistency in execution Monitor and drive accountability to Root Cause Analysis exercises in a consistent time and format across all facilities under m Lead and support the organization to develop a proactive approach to: â—‹ Drive continuous improvement philosophy and culture throughout the organization â—‹ Monitor sub-contractors performance and manage key contract relationships â—‹ Ensure SLAâ™s & KPIâ™s are achieved and aligned with contractual agreements â—‹ Identify and recommend remedial actions and process changes â—‹ Ensure all required policies and procedures are adopted and used on site â—‹ Ensure all works are competently completed â—‹ Comply with legislative, environmental, health and safety requirements â—‹ Minimize commercial risk to the business â—‹ Ensure Site Managers & Premises Coordinators maintain accurate, timely, qualitative and reliable management reporting Develop and successfully implement an overall account plan designed to enhance the value of the client's portfolio to operate each property at peak efficiency without sacrificing quality, provide superior and responsive tenant and/or occupant services and ensure compliance with all applicable life safety and crisis management rules and regulations Manage the client's assets in the most profitable and/or cost-effective manner and consistent with the management contract and account plan for each property Develop and maintain technical proficiency, industry knowledge and communication skills to provide timely information on all property-specific issues as well as keeping the client informed of important developments and trends in the property and facility management industry Oversee and ensure the quality of all client reporting by standardizing systems and procedures that assure compliance with ?reporting standards Promote and adhere to all established policies and procedures relative to standard assignment deliverables, business conduct and integrity while ensuring on-going quality management of all C&Wâ™s products and services Ensure that all matters/issues pertaining to human resources, legal and risk management are coordinated and resolved at the C&W levels Oversee the budget preparation and development process, capital planning, cash flow management and production of monthly financial reports to ensure accuracy and completeness and confirm that all client reporting conforms to established reporting standards Recruit, manage and train the facilities management staff to ensure an understanding of standard operating policies and procedures and their role in achieving the Plan by operating the property to meet or exceed our client's objectives Develop, mentor and coach staff to achieve organizational sustainability and career growth Participate, facilitate and negotiate service contracts with outside vendors to achieve balance between performance and cost in compliance with C&W's values, standards and guidelines for business conduct Ensure regulatory compliance and effective management of risk and liability for both C&W and client Seize opportunities to expand C&Wâ™s commercial relationship through the delivery of value added services Drive innovation through the development of best practices, operational and service efficiency as well as the identification of industry trends and tools that would contribute to our operational excellence goals Support and provide leadership to achieve C&W's and Clientâ™s vision and mission and extol its values and professional behavior in the day-to-day conduct of business delivery and staff actions KEY COMPETENCIES Communication Proficiency (oral and written) Technical Proficiency Problem Solving/Analysis Customer Focus Financial Management Leadership Relationship Management Team Orientation Vendor Management Multi-Tasking EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management, or Business Administration required Masters degree in Business Administration or related field preferred EXPERIENCE Minimum of 15 years of industrial warehouse property portfolio management, and/or facility management experience with at least 7 years at the Facility Manager level Broad commercial real estate and financial background with 12+ years of relevant experience as portfolio/asset manager with expertise in all facets of facility/property operation and management, people management, vendor management, and capital planning Project/construction management experience desired Experience with human resource and performance management processes Experience with critical system environments is preferred Workplace services experience desired CMMS/Work Order Management experience preferred ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATION In-depth understanding of the client's objectives as well as a broad knowledge of the real estate life cycle Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Facilities Management Association (FMA), Certified Property Manager (CPM), Real Property Administrator (RPA), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) designation preferred Strong discipline of financial management including financial tracking, budgeting and forecasting Knowledge of Financial Systems (Yardi a plus) Proficient in understanding management agreements and contract language Ability to develop and maintain a client focused, partnering and consultative approach Proficient in anticipating client needs, thinking strategically, solutions focused and be both proactive and reactive as the situation and circumstances dictate Ability to identify service delivery and portfolio management improvement opportunities and keen on developing recommendations that highlight the value added benefit of the outsourcing partnership Ability to read and understand construction specifications and blueprints Skilled in Building Management Systems maintenance and monitoring Excellent computer and systems knowledge; Strong literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Travel is expected to be approximately 50%, with three to four trips per month that are typically one to two day trips. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time; and extend hands and arms in any direction. Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.