Regional Vice President - Facilities Managemnt

My client, Compass Group is a leading provider of integrated facilities management, support services and data-driven technology innovations. We provide facility solutions in corporate, education and healthcare, where more than 60,000 associates maintain over 1.4 billion square feet daily across more than 3,000 client locations. Leveraging the “Power of Compass,” subject matter experts share best practices, innovations and operational procedures to bring the best of the industry to our clients.

The Regional Vice President is an experienced, strategic, and operational leader responsible for overseeing the delivery of comprehensive hard and soft facility services across a large, multi-site portfolio within the Oil & Gas Industry. This role ensures operational excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement in service delivery while aligning with organizational goals and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Develop and execute a an Facilities Management strategy aligned with client and corporate objectives.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver integrated services including engineering, maintenance, janitorial, security, landscaping, food services and workplace experience.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for executive stakeholders, ensuring alignment on KPIs, SLAs, and strategic initiatives.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee the performance of hard services (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, building automation) food services, and soft services (cleaning, reception, mailroom, catering, waste management).
• Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as industry standards (e.g., ISO, OSHA, IFMA).

Financial & Contract Management

• Manage $50M+ budgets, ensuring cost optimization and financial performance.
• Decision maker and owner for Compass P&L.
• Lead contract negotiations, vendor management, and procurement strategies to ensure value delivery.
• Monitor and report on financial performance, forecasting, and capital planning.

Team Leadership & Development

• Build and lead high-performing, geographically dispersed teams.
• Empower direct reports to make day to day operational decisions for site level synergy.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels of the organization.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing insights and recommendations to enhance the workplace experience.
• Lead business reviews, performance reporting, and strategic planning sessions with clients.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for account growth and service expansion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10 years of progressive leadership experience in Facilities Management.
• 3+ years in Oil & Gas Industry working for an industry leader or for an outsourced Facilities Management company
• Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-site operations across diverse geographies.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with P&L responsibility.
• Certifications such as IFMA CFM, PMP, LEED AP, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with digital FM platforms, IoT, and data-driven decision-making.
• Hard, food, and soft services within complex Oil & Gas contracts
• Background in Oil & Gas at commercial, manufacturing, R&D, production, offshore environments.