Director of Facilities - Operations
Posted 17 days ago
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Senior facilities leader responsible for overseeing construction, maintenance, and operations for Franklin Templeton’s facilities across North and South America. You will manage large real estate and departmental budgets, work with planning and regional teams to set operational objectives, and approve transactions up to specified limits. The role is hybrid (3 days/week on-site) and requires travel, a valid driver’s license, and relevant facility management certification.
- Compensation
- $150,000 – $200,000 USD
- City
- Fort Lauderdale
- Country
- United States
Currency: $ (USD)
Full Job Description
At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.
Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!
This is a HYBRID position requiring 3 days per week in one of our select office locations.
About the Department
Corporate Real Estate & Facilities manages Franklin Templeton’s leased and owned global offices, ensuring they are safe, functional, and welcoming. The team supports collaboration and innovation through on-site services and a dynamic work environment. We work closely with internal partners and external vendors to keep operations running smoothly. Joining us means contributing to a culture of service excellence and gaining exposure to global facilities management.
How You Will Add Value
You will oversee construction and maintenance for all our facilities in North and South America.
You will manage real estate budgets exceeding $27M and approve transactions up to $100K.
You will administer departmental budgets over $7M.
You will work with our Planning and Design team and Regional Facility Managers to set and implement operational objectives.
Travel is required
What Will Help You Be Successful in This Role
Experience, Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree or 15 years of experience without a degree.
10+ years in facility management or real estate.
Valid driver’s license and CFM or CPM certification.
Technical Skills
Knowledge of construction, engineering, or architecture.
Proficiency in computer systems and facilities software.
Soft Skills
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
Skilled in problem-solving and decision-making.
Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $150,000 – 200,000 depending on location and level of relevant experience.
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Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!
Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.
Highlights of our benefits include:
Three weeks paid time off the first year
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
Employee Stock Investment Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
Onsite fitness center and recreation center*
Onsite cafeteria*
*Only applicable at certain locations
Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
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