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Director of Facilities jobs at H-1B visa-sponsoring employers typically qualify as specialty occupations when the role requires a bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, or a related field. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting H-1B visa status for up to three years, extendable to six.
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Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Director of Corporate Facilities, NY is responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of the company’s physical workspaces across NY, CT and Canada. This role collaborates with Workplace and Facilities colleagues and key leaders to strategize, implement, and oversee all plans, projects, and initiatives related to all Richemont workplaces across the region. This includes managing internal and external resources, prioritizing needs, and providing technical expertise to ensure optimized workplace functionality that supports a safe, productive, comfortable work environment. Additionally, this role serves as the Region’s technical/mechanical expert, providing consultation to Richemont’s corporate locations, and collaborating with all areas of the business to execute workplace operational strategies.
Responsibilities
Strategy and Planning Responsibilities
- Collaborate with key stakeholders in the ongoing evaluation of all assigned facilities to identify and prioritize short-term and long-term needs, create, and maintain a project roadmap, and ensure the appropriate allocation of resources, in alignment with Richemont Group’s Real Estate Guidelines.
- Plan and oversee the execution of all facilities-related activities, including moves, renovations, and maintenance, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.
- Lead operational and capex budget preparation, oversight, and reporting, in collaboration with Group and Region Real Estate/W&F leaders and Finance.
- Implement Richemont’s integrated facilities management strategy to improve operational excellence across the region’s workplace locations.
- Analyze maintenance trends and implement proactive solutions to minimize operational disruptions.
- Partner with the Director of Corporate Facilities, Southwest & LatAm and key stakeholders to establish facilities guidelines and best practices and define KPIs to drive performance.
Facilities Management
- Participate in budget preparation and development, capital planning, cash flow management, and production of monthly financial reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Execute long-term facilities strategies and define SLA’s/KPI’s for all 3rd party vendors across both hard and soft FM services.
- Ensure optimum staffing structures across the portfolio balancing coverage and performance needs with the delivery of service excellence and financial resources.
- Ensure SLAs & KPIs are achieved and aligned with contractual agreements.
- Ensure all required policies and procedures are adopted and used on-site.
- Plan and manage the inspection and maintenance of facilities, related infrastructure, electrical, and mechanical equipment to ensure smooth, uninterrupted operations.
- Ensure Site FM Managers & Coordinators maintain accurate, timely, qualitative, and reliable management reporting.
- Maintain awareness of and compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations and requirements across all facilities.
- Lead the definition, monitoring and alignment of assigned Workplace & Facilities processes and procedures across Functions, Maisons, and work locations, and recommend efficiencies and improvements.
- Ensure rapid and reliable response to all Workplace & Facilities related employee requests.
- Serve as the escalation point for all technical/mechanical Workplace & Facilities matters across the Region.
- Partner with Health & Safety to maintain awareness and contribute to the execution of the Company’s Emergency Response plans as needed.
- Maintain positive, productive working relationships with property managers and relevant teams.
- Develop and maintain technical proficiency, industry knowledge, and communication skills to provide timely information on all property-specific issues as well as keep leadership informed of important developments and trends in the property and facility management industry.
- Promote and implement new technologies that will bring FM delivery to a higher level.
Projects
- Lead and oversee all aspects of workspace management, construction, and maintenance projects at Richemont’s NY, CT and Canada work locations.
- Create, and maintain a project roadmap, define a project delivery process and ensure the appropriate allocation of resources.
- Define project scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables in partnership with stakeholders.
- Manage client service and project communication, maintaining proactive communication throughout the project life cycle.
- Monitor and ensure adherence to budgets and financial expectations.
- Negotiate contracts and oversee compliance, risk management, and quality assurance.
- Maintain awareness of and compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations and requirements across the region.
- Support project team with technical evaluations, advice, and guidance.
Vendor Management
- Oversee the selection and management of vendors, contractors, and service providers; negotiate contracts, review performance, and manage relationships to ensure maintenance, repairs, and service needs are met, according to established agreements and standards.
- Oversee and facilitate, as necessary, the timely and accurate processing of all relevant vendor invoices.
- Support the Procurement Lead in negotiations of service contracts with outside vendors to achieve a balance between performance and cost.
Sustainability
- Partner with the Region’s CSR leader to support and promote sustainable practices and resources across assigned locations, and make Workplace & Facilities related sustainability recommendations, in alignment with Group guidance, as necessary for renovations and new construction.
- Maintain awareness of sustainable, cost-effective Workplace & Facilities best practices, trends, and innovations, and make appropriate recommendations to leadership.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver presentations and communications to senior leaders and key stakeholders.
- Provide motivating and inspiring leadership to direct reports and their teams, driving the delivery of high-quality service and performance, and supporting employee growth and professional development.
- Provide technical expertise and consultation to the organization with respect to facilities-related mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural components.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- AED/First Aid certification preferred.
Professional Experience
- 10+ years of corporate facilities management, including 5+ years of large buildings or multi campus experience, preferably in a luxury environment.
Competencies
- Understanding of building codes, safety regulations, permits, ADA, sustainability/energy management, and related compliance requirements.
- Understanding of architectural schematics and drawings.
- Clear, concise, and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organization and project management skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively and with confidence at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated agility and adaptability to manage multiple complex projects across different facilities.
- Proficient use of technology tools, e.g., intranet platforms, SharePoint, Microsoft Office applications, etc. Familiarity with SAP, a plus.
- Commitment to continuous improvement through a high degree of initiative.
- Luxury design/aesthetic sensibility.
Travel
This role is based in New York, NY and travels routinely between the company’s Shelton, CT and Canada locations.
We Offer
Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.
Expected Salary Range: $180,000-195,000
Salary will be determined based on relevant skills and experience.
Richemont #WeCraftTheFuture
INTRODUCTION
Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Director of Corporate Facilities, NY is responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of the company’s physical workspaces across NY, CT and Canada. This role collaborates with Workplace and Facilities colleagues and key leaders to strategize, implement, and oversee all plans, projects, and initiatives related to all Richemont workplaces across the region. This includes managing internal and external resources, prioritizing needs, and providing technical expertise to ensure optimized workplace functionality that supports a safe, productive, comfortable work environment. Additionally, this role serves as the Region’s technical/mechanical expert, providing consultation to Richemont’s corporate locations, and collaborating with all areas of the business to execute workplace operational strategies.
Responsibilities
Strategy and Planning Responsibilities
- Collaborate with key stakeholders in the ongoing evaluation of all assigned facilities to identify and prioritize short-term and long-term needs, create, and maintain a project roadmap, and ensure the appropriate allocation of resources, in alignment with Richemont Group’s Real Estate Guidelines.
- Plan and oversee the execution of all facilities-related activities, including moves, renovations, and maintenance, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.
- Lead operational and capex budget preparation, oversight, and reporting, in collaboration with Group and Region Real Estate/W&F leaders and Finance.
- Implement Richemont’s integrated facilities management strategy to improve operational excellence across the region’s workplace locations.
- Analyze maintenance trends and implement proactive solutions to minimize operational disruptions.
- Partner with the Director of Corporate Facilities, Southwest & LatAm and key stakeholders to establish facilities guidelines and best practices and define KPIs to drive performance.
Facilities Management
- Participate in budget preparation and development, capital planning, cash flow management, and production of monthly financial reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Execute long-term facilities strategies and define SLA’s/KPI’s for all 3rd party vendors across both hard and soft FM services.
- Ensure optimum staffing structures across the portfolio balancing coverage and performance needs with the delivery of service excellence and financial resources.
- Ensure SLAs & KPIs are achieved and aligned with contractual agreements.
- Ensure all required policies and procedures are adopted and used on-site.
- Plan and manage the inspection and maintenance of facilities, related infrastructure, electrical, and mechanical equipment to ensure smooth, uninterrupted operations.
- Ensure Site FM Managers & Coordinators maintain accurate, timely, qualitative, and reliable management reporting.
- Maintain awareness of and compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations and requirements across all facilities.
- Lead the definition, monitoring and alignment of assigned Workplace & Facilities processes and procedures across Functions, Maisons, and work locations, and recommend efficiencies and improvements.
- Ensure rapid and reliable response to all Workplace & Facilities related employee requests.
- Serve as the escalation point for all technical/mechanical Workplace & Facilities matters across the Region.
- Partner with Health & Safety to maintain awareness and contribute to the execution of the Company’s Emergency Response plans as needed.
- Maintain positive, productive working relationships with property managers and relevant teams.
- Develop and maintain technical proficiency, industry knowledge, and communication skills to provide timely information on all property-specific issues as well as keep leadership informed of important developments and trends in the property and facility management industry.
- Promote and implement new technologies that will bring FM delivery to a higher level.
Projects
- Lead and oversee all aspects of workspace management, construction, and maintenance projects at Richemont’s NY, CT and Canada work locations.
- Create, and maintain a project roadmap, define a project delivery process and ensure the appropriate allocation of resources.
- Define project scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables in partnership with stakeholders.
- Manage client service and project communication, maintaining proactive communication throughout the project life cycle.
- Monitor and ensure adherence to budgets and financial expectations.
- Negotiate contracts and oversee compliance, risk management, and quality assurance.
- Maintain awareness of and compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations and requirements across the region.
- Support project team with technical evaluations, advice, and guidance.
Vendor Management
- Oversee the selection and management of vendors, contractors, and service providers; negotiate contracts, review performance, and manage relationships to ensure maintenance, repairs, and service needs are met, according to established agreements and standards.
- Oversee and facilitate, as necessary, the timely and accurate processing of all relevant vendor invoices.
- Support the Procurement Lead in negotiations of service contracts with outside vendors to achieve a balance between performance and cost.
Sustainability
- Partner with the Region’s CSR leader to support and promote sustainable practices and resources across assigned locations, and make Workplace & Facilities related sustainability recommendations, in alignment with Group guidance, as necessary for renovations and new construction.
- Maintain awareness of sustainable, cost-effective Workplace & Facilities best practices, trends, and innovations, and make appropriate recommendations to leadership.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver presentations and communications to senior leaders and key stakeholders.
- Provide motivating and inspiring leadership to direct reports and their teams, driving the delivery of high-quality service and performance, and supporting employee growth and professional development.
- Provide technical expertise and consultation to the organization with respect to facilities-related mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural components.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- AED/First Aid certification preferred.
Professional Experience
- 10+ years of corporate facilities management, including 5+ years of large buildings or multi campus experience, preferably in a luxury environment.
Competencies
- Understanding of building codes, safety regulations, permits, ADA, sustainability/energy management, and related compliance requirements.
- Understanding of architectural schematics and drawings.
- Clear, concise, and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organization and project management skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively and with confidence at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated agility and adaptability to manage multiple complex projects across different facilities.
- Proficient use of technology tools, e.g., intranet platforms, SharePoint, Microsoft Office applications, etc. Familiarity with SAP, a plus.
- Commitment to continuous improvement through a high degree of initiative.
- Luxury design/aesthetic sensibility.
Travel
This role is based in New York, NY and travels routinely between the company’s Shelton, CT and Canada locations.
We Offer
Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.
Expected Salary Range: $180,000-195,000
Salary will be determined based on relevant skills and experience.
Richemont #WeCraftTheFuture
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Director of Facilities
Map your degree to facilities management
USCIS evaluates whether your degree directly relates to the Director of Facilities role. Degrees in civil engineering, architecture, construction management, or facilities management carry the strongest alignment. Gather your transcripts and have an equivalency evaluation ready if your degree is from outside the U.S.
Verify prevailing wages before salary negotiations
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job title. Run your SOC code and work ZIP code through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer so you know the floor your employer must meet.
Target employers with multi-site portfolio operations
Large real estate portfolios, healthcare systems, and university campuses routinely sponsor H-1B holders for facilities leadership roles because the degree-level scope justifies specialty occupation classification. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for facilities and operations titles.
Confirm a site-specific LCA for each worksite
If the role involves overseeing facilities across multiple locations, your employer must file a certified LCA for each worksite where you'll work. Flag this early in negotiations so HR knows to prepare additional LCA filings before USCIS receives the I-129 petition.
Review the O*NET profile before writing your job description
The O*NET occupation profile for Facilities Managers lists the specific tasks, knowledge domains, and education requirements USCIS reviewers reference. Work with your employer to ensure the job description maps to degree-level duties in that profile, reducing the risk of a Request for Evidence.
Account for H-1B cap timing when accepting offers
If you're not currently in H-1B status, your employer can only file during the annual cap filing period and the selection rules have changed recently. Build this timeline into your start date discussion so both sides understand the realistic onboarding window before you resign from any existing position.
H-1B Visa Director of Facilities: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Facilities role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the employer structures the position to require a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as facilities management, civil engineering, construction management, or architecture. The role must genuinely require that degree level to perform its core duties. USCIS reviews the job description and employer requirements closely, so the offer letter and supporting documentation need to reflect degree-level responsibilities throughout.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Director of Facilities positions?
Healthcare systems, large universities, commercial real estate firms, and corporate campus operators are among the most active sponsors for senior facilities roles because their portfolio complexity justifies the specialty occupation classification. You can browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for facilities and operations titles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces sponsoring employers by role and location.
What documents should I prepare before applying for Director of Facilities H-1B roles?
Gather your academic transcripts, degree certificates, and a foreign credential evaluation if your degree was earned outside the U.S. Compile a detailed resume that maps your experience to degree-level facilities management tasks as defined in O*NET. Professional certifications such as CFM or LEED AP strengthen the specialty occupation argument and are worth including in your sponsorship package.
How does the LCA process work for a Director of Facilities role with multiple building sites?
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL for each worksite where you'll perform work, not just the company's headquarters. For portfolio-wide roles covering multiple campuses or buildings, this means multiple LCA filings before USCIS will accept the I-129 petition. Raise this with HR early so the LCA filings don't delay your start date.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Director of Facilities employer mid-status?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to begin working for a new employer once they file a non-frivolous I-129 transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer still needs a certified LCA for your worksite before filing. Your total H-1B status clock, including time already used, carries over to the new petition.