Senior Vice President, Facilities & Infrastructure

OVERVIEW

A popular year-round destination, Governors Island is a 172-acre island in the heart of New York Harbor located between Lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn waterfront. For almost two centuries, the Island was closed to the public, operating as a military base for the U.S. Army and, later, the Coast Guard. Today, an award-winning park is complemented by dozens of unique historic buildings, educational and cultural facilities, a rich arts and culture program and a 22-acre National Monument managed by the National Park Service. Looking ahead, the long-term vision for Governors Island focuses on continuing to expand year-round public access by enlivening it with transformative public art and culture, extraordinary recreational and open space, and research and education dedicated to addressing the global climate crisis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The SVP, Facilities & Infrastructure is a full-time leadership position with The Trust for Governors Island (TGI) overseeing the ongoing maintenance, care, and operations of buildings, infrastructure, and stationary assets on Governors Island. The SVP, Facilities & Infrastructure is responsible for ensuring the provision and preventative maintenance of Trust-owned and operated utility services throughout the Island, including electrical distribution, potable water supply, sanitary sewers and pumping infrastructure, storm water infrastructure, and fiberoptic conduit. The SVP, Facilities & Infrastructure will closely collaborate with other members of the Operations team to ensure the maintenance of safe and beautiful public spaces for the public and all members of the Governors Island community. 

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the SVP has direct oversight of all island facilities and infrastructure operations including, but not limited to engineering, custodial services, facilities project management, and Island-wide site supervision. The SVP will oversee a team of three direct reports and 20+ staff members consisting of both union and management employees.

Other responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute a strategic plan to address preventative maintenance of Trust-owned and operated infrastructure and facilities , including but not limited to historic buildings, maritime assets, electrical infrastructure, water and sanitary infrastructure, and life safety systems.  Lead the implementation of critical repairs to ensure state of good repair.
• Lead the administration and ongoing development of an Asset Management System to implement efficient work orders and maintain accurate records of the physical assets on Governors Island.
• Ensure the highest standard of cleanliness is maintained in all Trust buildings.
• Lead procurement and serve as TGI leadership on contracts with vendors for maintenance services to ensure adherence to Island operating procedures and protocols.
• Lead coordination with external vendors and contractor personnel, including procurement and execution of all facilities project management, making sure that work is performed up to job specifications and Trust standards.
• Develop standard specifications for equipment, fixtures, finishes, and materials in coordination with the TGI Design & Construction teams.
• Develop and manage the annual Operating Budget for Facilities & Infrastructure.
• Develop a system of key performance indicators (KPIs) based on industry standards and sustainability best practices to benchmark performance and improve operational efficiency.
• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documents; maintain updated policies and procedures; and ensure staff are well trained.
• Develop and manage a diverse team, including hiring, performance management and professional development to ensure appropriate levels of staffing and support for Island operations and services.
• Ensure staff equipment is maintained and available in good working order, staff training is maintained as appropriate, and all safety standards are followed in line with industry standards and labor regulations.
• Serve as a member of TGI Senior Staff, collaborating with members of the senior team on all aspects of Governors Island Operations and leading by example in the execution of all TGI responsibilities.
• Collaborate with members of the TGI Real Estate and Design & Construction teams on construction affecting the Governors Island physical plant and to ensure that real estate development efforts are seamlessly aligned with daily operations.
• Collaborate with members of the Operations and Services team to ensure that facilities and infrastructure projects receive logistical support as needed and to minimize impacts on Island services.  
• Collaborate with members of the Public Affairs and Events department to support day-to-day programming and public and private events.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• • High school diploma is required; bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Experience:

• • 10-15+ years of work experience in an operations environment, preferably on a campus, in a park/public space environment, or in a high-profile commercial space.
  • High-impact management experience required.
  • Experience coordinating with design and construction activities required.

Skills and Abilities:

• • Excellent communication and project management skills
  • Ability to comprehend and coordinate logistics across a range of subject matters, identifying issues and mitigating problems before they occur.
  • Experience with supervising a team and budget management.
  • High level of personal accountability, self-organization, autonomy and discipline.
  • Ability to be flexible, make sound professional judgments, and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Strong interpersonal skills that enable easy establishment of good relationships with supervised teams, other TGI departments and staff, tenants and vendors.
  • Ability to lead with composure when dealing with emergencies and security issues.
  • Exposure to various building trade disciplines, including MEP systems and building and fire code regulations.
  • Experience managing members of a collective bargaining unit preferred.
  • Excellent computer skills and administrative skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends or holidays in the event of Island emergencies or high-priority special events.
  • Driver’s license required.

Salary: $175-$195k per year

Generous paid time off and excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance and retirement plan with company contributions.

Location and Schedule: All positions are located on Governors Island. This position is in-person four days a week with one day of remote work.

TO APPLY
(*No phone calls please.)
You must submit a cover letter with your resume in one pdf document.

We realize that not all applicants match 100% of the qualifications for a role.  If you meet many but not all the criteria and feel you may be a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. 

The Trust for Governors Island values the importance of inclusion, accessibility and a diverse pool of applicants. The Trust for Governors Island does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, marital status, membership in an employee organization, military service, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, or other non-merit factor.

ABOUT THE TRUST FOR GOVERNORS ISLAND

The Trust for Governors Island is a nonprofit corporation created by the City of New York. It is responsible for the redevelopment and operation of 150 acres of Governors Island. The Trust's mission is to realize the full potential of Governors Island for the inspiration and enjoyment of all New Yorkers, demonstrating a bold vision for public space. For more information, visit