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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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Translate your credentials for USCIS reviewers
Global Director petitions face scrutiny on specialty occupation grounds. Document how your degree field directly supports your strategic leadership duties, using your actual job description rather than a generic title to satisfy the USCIS specialty occupation standard.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-related entities are exempt from the H-1B cap and lottery. Global Director roles at these organizations can be filed at any time, bypassing the annual April registration window entirely.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with active H-1B LCA filing history for director-level roles. DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which companies have sponsored comparable positions, so you apply where sponsorship is already established practice.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your exact SOC code before you negotiate, so your offer already clears the wage floor and avoids delays during LCA certification.
Request premium processing during offer negotiations
USCIS offers 15-business-day adjudication through premium processing. Build this into your offer negotiation so the employer commits to expedited filing upfront, reducing the uncertainty gap between signing and your authorized start date.
Align your start date with the October 1 cap timeline
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can't be filed until April 1 and authorize work no earlier than October 1. Structure your offer letter with a conditional start date tied to approval so both you and the employer have realistic expectations from the start.
H-1B Visa Global Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Global Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, international management, or finance. USCIS evaluates the actual duties, not just the title, so your employer's job description must demonstrate that a relevant degree is a standard requirement for the role, not just preferred.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Global Director positions?
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can filter for companies that have sponsored director-level roles specifically. This is more reliable than inferring sponsorship willingness from job postings, since LCA data reflects actual filings rather than stated intentions.
Can a Global Director role be filed as a cap-exempt H-1B petition?
It can, if the employer qualifies as cap-exempt. Institutions of higher education, affiliated nonprofits, and government research organizations are exempt from the 85,000-cap lottery. A Global Director at a university foundation or research institute can be sponsored year-round without entering the annual registration pool.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Global Director role is eliminated or restructured?
You have a 60-day grace period after losing H-1B employment to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart the U.S. If your role is restructured and your duties change materially, your employer may need to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before you take on the new responsibilities.
Does moving from a Global Director role to a new employer require a new H-1B petition?
Yes, but H-1B portability under AC21 allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as that employer files an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval. Your original petition must have been approvable when filed and you must maintain lawful status, but you don't need to restart the cap process.