Description

Overview

**Esplanade Golf and Country Club** in Naples, Florida is seeking a **Director of Facilities**. The Director leads capital planning and delivery, asset stewardship, daily operations and a multi-disciplinary facilities team, and serves as the primary facilities advisor to the General Manager (GM) and Board of Directors (BOD), providing timely, fact-based data and recommendations to support accurate decision-making.**Position Summary:**The Director of Facilities is a high-priority senior leadership role responsible for strategic, mechanical, administrative and operational oversight of all facilities, grounds and technical services at Esplanade of Naples.**Key Responsibilities Strategy & Capital Planning:**- Serve as CIP Project Leader: Support current CIP projects in planning and execution and lead multiple site enhancement initiatives.- Develop and implement a multi-year facilities master plan and capital improvement plan (CIP).- Maintain asset registers, condition assessments, lifecycle plans and prioritized project lists.- Advise GM/BOD on capital priorities, financing options and lifecycle cost implications.- Lead design, procurement and construction/renovation projects from concept through closeout.- Administer contracts, change orders, inspections and quality control; ensure projects meet scope, schedule, budget and specs.**Operations & Maintenance:**- Oversee day-to-day operations: preventive/predictive maintenance, grounds, custodial, and site services.- Ensure high availability and reliability of mechanical and life-safety systems.- Implement CMMS (FIXX)/CAFM and data-driven maintenance practices to optimize uptime and reduce backlog.**Mechanical Systems & Compliance:**- Own mechanical systems strategy (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, building automation).- Have knowledge in various other infrastructure systems such as but not limited to: Generators, pump systems, controls, water features or water chemistry.- Ensure compliance with ADA, fire, environmental and local/state codes; manage inspections and corrective actions.**Financial Management:**- Prepare and manage operating and capital budgets, monitor expenditures, forecasts and fund balances.- Produce cost analyses, ROI evaluations and budget recommendations for leadership and Board review.**Data, Technology & Reporting:**- Implement and leverage CMMS (FIXX), BIM, IoT/sensor data, energy management and analytics for decision-making.- Produce timely, accurate KPI reports, asset condition summaries and project/status briefings for GM/BOD.- Implement Ticket System including membership access for follow up.**Sustainability & Resilience:**- Lead energy, water and sustainability initiatives (electrification, renewables, conservation).- Develop resilience and business continuity plans for facility-related emergencies and climate impacts.**Risk Management & Safety:**- Maintain safety programs, emergency response plans and regulatory compliance programs.- Serve as on-site incident commander/liaison for facilities emergencies, coordinate with public safety and contractors.**People & Vendor Leadership:**- Supervise and mentor the Facilities Manager and facilities staff; manage staffing plans, recruitment and development.- Oversee vendor, consultant and contractor procurement and performance; negotiate service agreements and enforce SLAs.**Stakeholder Engagement:**- Serve as the primary facilities advisor to GM, PM, and BOD; present clear, data-driven recommendations and risk assessments.- Coordinate with department leaders, residents, community groups and public agencies to align facilities services with operational needs.

Experience Required

- Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, facilities management, public administration or related field preferred.- Experience: 7-10 years of progressive facilities, maintenance or construction leadership experience; minimum 3 years in a senior management role overseeing multiple disciplines (maintenance, grounds, custodial, capital projects). Experience in community or hospitality settings preferred.- Certificates (preferred): Facilities Management Professional (FMP) Project Management Professional (PMP), LEED AP, OSHA 30, or equivalent.

Essential Responsibilities

- Serve as CIP Project Leader: Support current CIP projects in planning and execution and lead multiple site enhancement initiatives.- Develop and implement a multi-year facilities master plan and capital improvement plan (CIP).- Maintain asset registers, condition assessments, lifecycle plans and prioritized project lists.- Advise GM/BOD on capital priorities, financing options and lifecycle cost implications.- Lead design, procurement and construction/renovation projects from concept through closeout.- Administer contracts, change orders, inspections and quality control; ensure projects meet scope, schedule, budget and specs.

Benefits

- Competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off and professional development opportunities.