Senior Director, Worldwide Facilities

Bloom faces an unprecedented opportunity to change the world and the way companies utilize energy. We have recently launched a “game changing” solution called “Always on” that will help companies power their primary business operations without disruption with cleaner, more reliable electricity generated on-site with no combustion. We are looking for a Senior Director Worldwide Facilities and Security who will oversee the full lifecycle of mission critical conventional infrastructure activities including strategizing, planning, managing construction of new facilities, maintaining and ensuring security.
Location: This position will be based in San Jose, CA
Role and Responsibilities:

• Own and manage process, tools, policies related to real estate, lease administration, project management (construction and design) and facilities management.
• Manage and negotiate all facilities related purchases, including contractors, consultants, services, etc.
• Oversee emergency preparedness, disaster recovery, and physical safety.
• Develop and track budgets for management review for all capital facilities projects.
• Own the strategy, development and deployment of a comprehensive physical security operations program that aligns with our organizational and operational risk profile
• Lead global facilities management, including directing day-to-day operations, maintenance, facilities construction, real estate, and physical security for all Bloom facilities.
• Develop the global facilities annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and management of actual expenses. Drive cost down on a continuous basis.
• Ensure continuous processes for 24/7 emergency repairs and response to allow for continuous building and facility operations.
• Hire and direct facilities staff, set priorities, and actively coach and develop staff to meet organization goals and deliver exceptional service levels within the prescribed budget.
• Willing to Travel Internationally 20% of the time
• Plan, budget, and schedule facilities modifications.
• Creates and manages real estate strategy.
• Review capital project and operating budget reports for multiple properties. Create action plans to improve financial position.
• Financial/Budget
• Coordinate large-scale facility projects such as moves, space planning/utilization, plans to accommodate new machines, personnel, production equipment.
• Cultivate strong working relationships with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with company leadership on space planning; evaluate and advise on the design and allocation.
• Manage/oversee the construction of Bloom facilities.
• Partner with Environmental Health & Safety to ensure a safe workplace.

Skills and Experience:

• Ability to break down complex problems in a simplified way.
• Creative thinking and ability to innovate.
• Creative problem solving skills.
• Exceptional ability to influence and collaborate at the executive level and dive alignment by influencing business partners, senior leaders, and stakeholders.
• 15+ experience in Facilities Management, including international
• Highly motivated self-starter, capable of self-management with little to no oversight
• Superior communication skills, (written, verbal and active listening.)
• Strategic planning and thinking.
• BS degree
• Excellent relationship and negotiations skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work cross-functionally for the greater good of the company.
• Skill Areas:
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to establish effective cross-functional working relationships; Ability to effectively participate on multi-disciplinary teams.

About Bloom Energy:
At Bloom Energy, we strive toward a 100% renewable future. Our Energy Servers are adaptable to new and innovative fuels while already acting as a cleaner and far more resilient source of power than existing solutions. We see hydrogen as a significant game-changer in the world’s energy usage, and Bloom Energy fuel cells and electrolyzers will be the industry standard for clean, efficient, and reliable energy production. We anticipate being able to work in concert with other renewable energy technologies to create a comprehensive system that will change the way energy in the world is produced, stored, transmitted, and used. For more information visit: www.bloomenergy.com.
Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.
Salary Ranges:
$223,900.00 - $322,100.00