Corporate Real Estate Lead

Corporate Real Estate LeadEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.We are a fast-growing global company with 20 years of consecutive quarterly growth*. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,100 networks and 3,000+ cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents.  A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment. that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. *As of Quarter 4 2022Reporting to the Corporate Real Estate Manager, you will lead and maintain daily operations of company corporate real estate. Lead vendor and contractor coordination. Manage multiple complex projects and continuously identifies where processes can be improved.ResponsibilitiesConcierge and FacilitationOversee conference center room booking and sets up for all hands meetingManage multiple large and more complex projectsManage a team of people effectivelyCreate new processes for improvement of the corporate real estate and independently plans, organizes and manages project budgetsResponsible for managing and maintaining vendor purchase orders and tracking budgetOperationsDevelop metric tracking systems and reports for vendors, and day to day cost associated with budgetLead team on ergonomic assessments and ensuring proper desk setupsProactively identify and suggest improvements to processes, systems and overall client satisfactionEnsure appropriate follow up with customersManage end user expectations, meeting with them to review their requests and requirementsIndependently resolves a wide variety of issues of complex scope                                                                                                        Lead and manage cross-functional project teamsOversee weekly meetings (e.g., vendor/project meetings, developing/managing schedules, developing/tracking budget, and providing timely updates)                       Work with Manager, Corporate Real Estate on approved TI Projects                                                                                                  Oversee the maintenance of CAFM system (Office space) that tracks the occupancy of staff, hoteling and work order requestOversee the charging station program if applies at officeSupervise and lead daily sorting, pickups and deliveries of all external and inter-office mail and ensures employee support on all mail and shipping requirementsVendor AssistanceOversee contractors for maintenance and improvements including electrical, audio/visual, security, cabling, janitorial, plumbing, utilities, and HVACSupervise vendors, service providers and Corporate Real Estate staff as required to ensure excellent coordination and execution of work with minimal disruptionBusiness ContinuityLead the safety team and the processes for annual fire drills, safety awareness, emergency supplies, and regular safety trainingEnsure the maintenance of emergency supplies and life and safety evacuation processRepairs and MaintenanceEnsure the premises are properly maintained, and manages all repairs and tenant improvementsProperty Assistance CoordinationResponsible for leading up to four offices remotely, including moving of staff, reconfiguring offices and cubicles, office repairs and equipment movesPerform and maintain regular property inspections to proactively maintain the appearance of the officeDevelop and assesses budgets, contracts, and change ordersEnsure tracking of spending and implementation of cost savings initiativesCommunicate with property assistance on various issues such as building maintenance and security, safety (smoke detectors, sprinkler system, emergency lighting), and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) needsSupervise Corporate Real Estate Coordinators in efforts to ensure 100% adherence to guidelines and policiesMay supervise a medium size construction project and space planning effortsQualifications5+ years experience strongly preferredBachelor's degree in Business Management preferredEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you need assistance in applying for an open position, you may send an email to Staffing@equinix.com. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.