Vice President of Real Estate and Facility Operations

Position Summary

The Vice President of Real Estate and Facility Operations will define and lead the comprehensive real estate and facilities strategy for Centria Healthcare's national portfolio, optimizing the physical footprint to support growth objectives. This leader is accountable for strategic site selection, complex lease negotiations, property acquisition/disposition, portfolio optimization, facility operations and capital improvements, and vendor contract and performance management. The role includes strategic capital planning and financial oversight for real estate investments and facility operations, collaborating with senior leadership across Operations, Finance, and Strategy & Growth. This role reports to the Chief Growth Officer.

Real Estate Strategy and Portfolio Management

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, long-term real estate strategy aligned with business growth, expansion plans, and financial objectives.
• Lead development of a national real estate portfolio strategy including acquisition, disposition, leasing, and capital investment plans.
• Organize and monitor the leasing function including new locations, relocations, renewals, and potential purchases.
• Manage a portfolio of office and therapy center locations across the country.
• Oversee leasing activities of existing locations, secure expansion locations, and manage day-to-day maintenance during lease terms.
• Communicate regularly with operations, finance, strategy and growth, brokers, contractors, landlords, and attorneys.

Facilities Operations and Management

• Ensure therapy centers and offices are properly maintained, repairs are timely, and facilities comply with regulatory and company standards.
• Oversee general property and maintenance operations.
• Communicate with landlords to ensure compliance with landlord obligations and location satisfaction.
• Oversee both internal and external maintenance staff.

Procurement Strategy and Management

• Optimize purchasing and procurement strategies, policies, and procedures to align with growth strategy.
• Develop and maintain long-term strategic plans for procurement linked to company vision and growth.
• Develop data-driven procurement strategies based on spend analysis and identify savings opportunities.
• Execute contract negotiations and agreements, drive contract compliance, and reduce risk.
• Develop and maintain effective purchasing policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define requirements, understand cost drivers, and optimize spend.
• Design and implement a purchasing card process for vendor-related spending.
• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts and maintain vendor relationships.
• Identify cost savings through strategic sourcing and consolidation.
• Drive implementation of a mature strategic sourcing process and vendor consolidation.

Financial Management and Oversight

• Manage multi-year capital expenditure planning for real estate and facilities.
• Develop and manage large-scale budgets for real estate and facilities and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Oversee financial reporting and forecasting for the real estate and facilities portfolio.
• Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Risk Management and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local real estate laws, regulations, and building codes.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies including disaster recovery planning, insurance optimization, and property liability mitigation.
• Oversee environmental health and safety initiatives for all facilities.
• Ensure therapy centers and offices comply with regulatory and company standards.

Leadership, Project Management, and Continuous Improvement

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of real estate and facilities professionals.
• Define organizational structure and resource allocation for the department.
• Develop and implement training programs for the real estate and facilities team.
• Lead continuous improvement and change management efforts.
• Communicate timelines and drive next steps with superior project management skills.
• Review processes and system capabilities to identify enhancements.
• Establish measurable goals and KPIs for the procurement function.

Executive Engagement and External Relations

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with real estate brokers, developers, landlords, legal counsel, and vendors at an executive level.
• Represent the company in high-level negotiations and external real estate forums.
• Prepare and present executive-level reports and recommendations on real estate strategy, portfolio performance, and capital projects.
• Work with stakeholders across multiple regions and locations to define and evaluate business requirements.

Technology and Innovation

• Identify, evaluate, and implement advanced technologies and systems for real estate and facilities management, such as IWMS, smart building technologies, and analytics platforms.
• Champion innovation in facility design, sustainability, and operational processes.

Team Leadership Responsibilities

• Interview, select, orient, and train team members.
• Communicate job expectations, plan, monitor, and appraise job results.
• Manage, coach, and develop a high-performing team.
• Maintain regular contact with team members regarding performance and policy coaching.
• Assign and manage team members' caseload and work assignments.
• Evaluate performance and initiate disciplinary measures including performance improvement plans.
• Approve Paid Time Off and Leave of Absence requests.
• Promote high standards through personal example.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Procurement/Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience, with supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of Accounts Payable terms, concepts, and processes preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, general ledger, and purchasing processes preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and G Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Google Meet).
• Ability to follow written instructions and use computer/software programs.
• Ability to communicate expressively and receptively.
• Hands-on leader with eagerness to contribute and deliver results.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people.
• Ability to coach and develop talent.
• Detail-oriented work style with effective written and verbal communication skills preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

Working Conditions

Flexible hybrid schedule with some in-office work expected. This role requires 50% travel to work on new and existing sites. Physical requirements may include bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 30 pounds, sitting most of the day, and periodic walking and standing.