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Global Director, Facility & Engineering Support
Job Description Summary
The Global Director, Facility & Engineering Support will lead and drive the delivery of our technical services program, including critical environments, building engineering, asset planning, maintenance and repair, CMMS, and energy management across a dispersed global portfolio for a client who is a market leader in the technology industry. This role will be responsible for the global engineering & operations program, developing a thorough understanding of client’s business strategies and aligning the account team to support those objectives.
Job Description
We are seeking a forward-thinking Global Director, Facility & Engineering Support to lead the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of our technical and operational functions. This role is responsible for driving program development, innovation, optimizing performance, and ensuring operational excellence across complex, critical environments. The ideal candidate combines strong engineering acumen with exceptional leadership skills to deliver scalable solutions, streamline processes, and guide high-performing teams in achieving organizational goals.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Establish the vision and strategy of the account’s Engineering & Operations service line and ensure the client receives exceptional service
- Create community of practice of technical resource leaders across the account to drive consistency, training, and auditability to service delivery
- Ensure a high level of client satisfaction, establishing and managing the service delivery and vendor teams, delivering key initiatives and well as ensuring consistency in processes, reporting and operational delivery
- Updates senior management on issues or risks related to the engineering & operation program and presents solutions
- Identify opportunities for delivery, service quality, innovation and process improvement on an ongoing basis
- Manage and enhance a sustainable performance measurement for internal benchmarking and identify industry data to leverage for external benchmarking
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal leadership driving the operational and strategic goals of both the client & associated stakeholders
- Consult with customers on changing industry trends/projections/budget planning/etc.
- Actively manage and mentor future leadership and management of the engineering and operations organization. Work to identify top talent and focus on the development and retention of these key players.
- Work with teams to design reporting products to meet the client’s unique requirements
- Implement standard processes and best practices that maximize efficiencies
- Manage the client's assets in the most profitable and/or cost-effective manner and consistent with the management contract and account plan for each property
- Develop and maintain technical proficiency, industry knowledge and communication skills to provide timely information on all property-specific issues as well as keeping the client informed of important developments and trends in the property and facility management industry
- Promote and adhere to all established policies and procedures related to standard assignment deliverables, business conduct and integrity while ensuring ongoing quality management of all C&W’s Engineering & Operations Program offering
- Travel at ~15-20%, primarily to Austin, TX office location
Key Competencies:
- Excellent computer skills
- Leadership, managerial, teamwork, prioritization and interpersonal skills
- Must possess excellent communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information in a manner that non-technical individuals can comprehend
Important Experience:
- BA/BS degree required, Advanced degree strongly preferred
- 15+ years in Facilities Engineering or technical services management, including outsourced facility management and mobile engineering
- Demonstrated experience building global programs; Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, Black Belt Preferred
- PE license preferred
- Technology: Expertise with asset management/CMMS platforms, highly proficient with MS Office Suite, including ability to perform Internet based research
- Experience with high-level, complex Facility and Engineering operations including asset management, maintenance best practices, safety
- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills required
- Strong competency in strategic planning, execution and business acumen
- Competency in Resource Allocation and Implementation
- Accomplished relationship management and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational abilities required
- Team strategic development and leadership experience
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $144,500.00 - $170,000.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
Job Title
Global Director, Facility & Engineering Support
Job Description Summary
The Global Director, Facility & Engineering Support will lead and drive the delivery of our technical services program, including critical environments, building engineering, asset planning, maintenance and repair, CMMS, and energy management across a dispersed global portfolio for a client who is a market leader in the technology industry. This role will be responsible for the global engineering & operations program, developing a thorough understanding of client’s business strategies and aligning the account team to support those objectives.
Job Description
We are seeking a forward-thinking Global Director, Facility & Engineering Support to lead the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of our technical and operational functions. This role is responsible for driving program development, innovation, optimizing performance, and ensuring operational excellence across complex, critical environments. The ideal candidate combines strong engineering acumen with exceptional leadership skills to deliver scalable solutions, streamline processes, and guide high-performing teams in achieving organizational goals.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Establish the vision and strategy of the account’s Engineering & Operations service line and ensure the client receives exceptional service
- Create community of practice of technical resource leaders across the account to drive consistency, training, and auditability to service delivery
- Ensure a high level of client satisfaction, establishing and managing the service delivery and vendor teams, delivering key initiatives and well as ensuring consistency in processes, reporting and operational delivery
- Updates senior management on issues or risks related to the engineering & operation program and presents solutions
- Identify opportunities for delivery, service quality, innovation and process improvement on an ongoing basis
- Manage and enhance a sustainable performance measurement for internal benchmarking and identify industry data to leverage for external benchmarking
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal leadership driving the operational and strategic goals of both the client & associated stakeholders
- Consult with customers on changing industry trends/projections/budget planning/etc.
- Actively manage and mentor future leadership and management of the engineering and operations organization. Work to identify top talent and focus on the development and retention of these key players.
- Work with teams to design reporting products to meet the client’s unique requirements
- Implement standard processes and best practices that maximize efficiencies
- Manage the client's assets in the most profitable and/or cost-effective manner and consistent with the management contract and account plan for each property
- Develop and maintain technical proficiency, industry knowledge and communication skills to provide timely information on all property-specific issues as well as keeping the client informed of important developments and trends in the property and facility management industry
- Promote and adhere to all established policies and procedures related to standard assignment deliverables, business conduct and integrity while ensuring ongoing quality management of all C&W’s Engineering & Operations Program offering
- Travel at ~15-20%, primarily to Austin, TX office location
Key Competencies:
- Excellent computer skills
- Leadership, managerial, teamwork, prioritization and interpersonal skills
- Must possess excellent communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information in a manner that non-technical individuals can comprehend
Important Experience:
- BA/BS degree required, Advanced degree strongly preferred
- 15+ years in Facilities Engineering or technical services management, including outsourced facility management and mobile engineering
- Demonstrated experience building global programs; Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, Black Belt Preferred
- PE license preferred
- Technology: Expertise with asset management/CMMS platforms, highly proficient with MS Office Suite, including ability to perform Internet based research
- Experience with high-level, complex Facility and Engineering operations including asset management, maintenance best practices, safety
- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills required
- Strong competency in strategic planning, execution and business acumen
- Competency in Resource Allocation and Implementation
- Accomplished relationship management and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational abilities required
- Team strategic development and leadership experience
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $144,500.00 - $170,000.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Alvarez & Marsal38
- Revolution Medicines31
- Zeta Global20
- S&P Global13
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals123
- Technology & Software102
- Consulting & Professional Services90
- Investment & Asset Management45
- Accounting & Auditing37
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in global director jobs.
- 10 or more years of progressive leadership experience across global or international operations
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional or geographically distributed teams
- Strong background in strategic planning, budgeting, and P&L management
- Proficiency with enterprise tools such as Salesforce, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics
- Bachelor's degree in business, management, or a related field, with an MBA preferred
- Experience driving market entry, partnership development, or global expansion initiatives
Tips for Your Global Director Job Search
Quantify your cross-functional leadership impact
Global director roles demand proof of scale. Rewrite each resume bullet to show revenue influenced, headcount led across regions, or cost reductions driven. Hiring panels at this level skim for numbers tied to business outcomes, not lists of responsibilities.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists global director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to each industry vertical
A global director resume that performs in healthtech reads differently from one in consumer goods. Swap in industry terminology, reorder your most relevant achievements, and match the scope language in each job description before you apply.
Prepare a concise point of view on global trends
Interviewers at the director level routinely ask how you see your function evolving globally over the next few years. Have a clear, opinionated answer that connects to the company's specific markets rather than a general observation about the industry.
Negotiate scope before discussing compensation
Global director offers vary widely depending on geographic coverage, P&L ownership, and direct report count. Clarify the full scope of the role first so your counteroffer reflects the actual complexity you're taking on, not just the title.
Follow up with a specific strategic observation
After your final-round interview, send a note that references one challenge the team mentioned and briefly outlines how you would approach it. It signals that you were listening and thinking like a director, not just answering questions.
Global Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most global directors?
The companies hiring the most global directors right now include Alvarez & Marsal, Zeta Global, and Revolution Medicines, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is concentrated in technology, healthcare, and financial services.
How many global director jobs are remote?
About 30% of global director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how heavily this level of leadership relies on distributed collaboration. Sub-areas such as global strategy, business development, and digital transformation tend to carry the highest share of remote-eligible roles compared to operations-heavy functions that require on-site presence.
How do you become a global director?
You become a global director by building a career that combines deep functional expertise with demonstrated cross-border or cross-functional leadership. Start by taking on regional or international projects within your current role, then move into senior manager or director positions that give you P&L or budget ownership. Consistently showing that you can influence outcomes across teams, geographies, and business units is what distinguishes global director candidates from strong functional managers.
Can you get a global director role with limited international experience?
Yes, but you need to position the scope of influence you have managed rather than the geography. Hiring teams care about whether you have led complex, matrixed initiatives with stakeholders across business units, time zones, or partner organizations. Candidates who frame domestic cross-functional leadership in terms of scale, ambiguity, and strategic impact regularly win global director roles over candidates with international titles but narrower actual authority.
What does the global director interview process look like?
The global director interview process typically runs across several stages. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a panel interview with functional peers and a senior leader, then a case or strategic presentation where you walk through how you would approach a real business problem. Final rounds often include a conversation with a C-suite executive focused on leadership philosophy, cross-cultural management experience, and long-range strategic thinking.
Where can I find and apply to global director jobs?
You can find and apply to global director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.
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