Head of Building Operations (Senior Leader)

Head of Building Operations (Senior Leader)
Facility Operations

Team Member HQ

Phoenix, Arizona

Job Summary:

Player 15 Group LLC includes several companies and many different departments that support the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Valley Suns and Footprint Center.

Would you like to win championships and create sustained success? Player 15 Group is looking for individuals that are committed to pursuing excellence and be part of creating memorable experiences.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as Head of Building Operations with the Facility Operations Department. This position will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of building tenants for each building/site location. This position is responsible for the oversight and provision of services delivered by the facility infrastructure and systems including the operation and maintenance of the same, as well as emergency planning and management as it relates to securing the facility, major equipment and systems. It works with minimum supervision and direction to comprehensively manage facility operations and performs all responsibilities at the highest level to enhance the image of all buildings. Specifically, the Head of Building Operations will be responsible for the oversight of several departments including, facility operations, security, safety, engineering, maintenance, vendor management, event set ups, and housekeeping. This position will collaborate closely with vendors, partners, and internal team members to ensure smooth daily building operations. This individual should have proven experience in successful leadership positions, including responsibility for facility management, budget development and administration, event set-ups, strategic planning, and staff supervision. This senior leader will be responsible for cultivating a safe and respectful working environment for diverse groups of people.

What Will You Do:

• Project Management: Leading planning and execution for complex projects in partnership with Senior Leadership
• Oversee and Leads processed to drive accountability to key systems/processes such as building maintenance, building technology, repairs, custodial services and waste management.
• Responsible for oversight of campus compliance to all key OSHA and Safety protocols that maintains a safe environment for all occupants and visitors for practice facilities and headquarters buildings
• Responsible and accountable for all building budget planning and compliance
• Negotiating and liaising with third-party service
• Lead processes and accountability systems for regular building inspections and preparing reports.
• Document Management: Ensuring facilities are following applicable policies, regulations, and building
• Serve as escalation in responding to inquiries and requests by staff and resolving any problems or
• Partner with IT and AV departments to address technology needs and
• Serve as liaison to key third party groups such as city representatives, leagues, or/and key vendors.

What We Need From Our Head of Building Operations:

• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and building
• Excellent project management and negotiation
• Ability to work in consistently changing and fast paced environment
• Good communication and customer service
• Strong Budget and Expense Management Experience
• Strong critical thinking (problem assessment) and problem-solving
• Teamwork and cross functional communication skills
• Time management
• Experience in a professional sports organization is a plus

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position will have oversight of security, facility management and building/campus operations. As a leader of leaders this person will be responsible for building, growing and developing teams
• Ability to strategically delegate tasks to management level team
• Experience culture builder with clear visioning and communication

Experience/ Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, real estate management, or a related field preferred
• GED or High School Diploma Required
• A minimum of 7 years of experience as a building or site manager
• Experience manage multiple building and security related functions
• Served in a role leading senior level leaders at Director or above

What You Can Expect:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Flexible schedule to include weekends, evenings, and some holidays to meet business needs.
• Ability to transit throughout the facility for long periods of
• Occasional travel from time to time for professional development
• Ability to lift and/or carry 20-30lbs
• Ability to Read, Write & Speak in English
• Wide range of fulltime benefit options including
  • Medical, Dental and Vision coverages
  • Life and Disability options
  • Vacation, sick and holiday leave programs
• Perks:
  • Discounts at Fanatics Team Shop
  • Tickets available for Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury and Valley Suns
• Visit our Culture page to learn more about our culture and work

Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact our People & Culture Recruiting team at [email protected]