Director of Facililties Restaurants Job at New Day Executive Search in Ashburn

divh2Corporate Director of Facilities/h2pA well-established, multi-unit hospitality group seeks a Corporate Director of Facilities to lead design, construction, renovation, and facilities operations across a high-volume restaurant portfolio. This hands-on, strategic leader will guide multi-year development plans, optimize the built environment, and oversee commercial kitchen design and build-out, balancing day-to-day operations with long-term capital planning and executive collaboration./ph3Facilities Operations Portfolio Management:/h3pDirect maintenance programs, audits, vendor performance, and service contracts/ppOversee RM, cleaning, and renovation vendors; evaluate new technologies and solutions/ppEnsure safety, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation/ppPartner on budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning/ph3New Construction Commercial Kitchen Design:/h3pLead full-cycle development for new locations, from planning through turnover/ppServe as primary liaison with architects, GCs, designers, landlords, and agencies/ppDrive commercial kitchen layout, equipment specification, workflow design, and installation/ppManage timelines, quality control, cost performance, and adherence to specifications/ppReview LOIs, work letters, and space plans with internal real estate partners/ph3Concept Brand Development:/h3pSupport emerging concepts by aligning equipment, layout, menu needs, and design intent/ppEnsure each project reflects operational efficiency, aesthetic standards, and guest experience goals/ppAdvise senior leadership on long-term growth and asset strategy/ppOversee multi-million-dollar capital programs and all ground-up development/ph3What You Bring:/h3p1015+ years experience overseeing complex, multi-unit construction and facilities operations/ppProven leadership in hospitality or multi-site consumer environments (executive level preferred)/ppBachelors degree preferred (construction management or related field)/ppExperience designing or overseeing commercial kitchens in restaurants or hospitality/ppStrong project management, construction coordination, and multi-site operations expertise/ppFinancial acumen (proformas, capex planning, budget oversight)/ppExpertise in building systems, vendor sourcing, and service contract execution/ppExcellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills/ppProficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel/ppWorking knowledge of building codes, health codes, and regulatory requirements/ph3Why This Role Is Exceptional:/h3pCompetitive salary with bonus eligibility/ppRelocation assistance available/ppHighly stable, respected hospitality group/ppMeaningful influence on built environments and guest-facing spaces/ppComprehensive health, retirement, and paid-leave benefits/ppFlexibility to work remotely and onsite as needed/ppExtraordinary perks supporting wellness, lifestyle, and professional development/p/div