Facilities and Construction Specialist

Location: City Of Industry

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About Us

Brighton is an iconic and timeless accessories brand that has evolved into an extensive line of stylish products. We are devoted to creating a magical experience that inspires customers to shop in our company Brighton Collectible stores and our Specialty Stores delivering quality, fashion, craftsmanship and superior service.

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Responsibilities…

* Accepts (or creates) works orders via an on-line tool, assigns work orders to internal/external technicians, subcontractors and vendors

* Follow up and accurately update work order notes and status

* Troubleshoot and help guide operations with their facility issues

* Ensure preventive maintenance programs are performed as specified

* Prioritize and respond urgently to facility issues that may cause interruption to operations and the safety of customers and employees

* Communicate and coordinate with landlords, vendors, suppliers, local government agencies, and internal employees

* Source and order equipment and materials via on-line suppliers

* Review and validate lease documentation to determine responsibility

* Answer phone calls, directing calls, and assist in a professional manner

* Review, validate, negotiate, and process vendor provided documentation such as proposals, invoices, insurance, service level agreements, rate sheets, construction documents and any other necessary documentation

* Assist with vendor communications and budget reporting

* Maintain and support department goals and objectives

* Receive, process and ship boxes of materials and supplies

* Manage the quality of work and budget costs

* Set up utilities with local companies

* Coordinate, track, and maintain all project documentation, including, but not limited to, project plans, deliverables, timelines, resource plans, communications, inventory logs, progress reports, closeout packages and meeting minutes

* Coordinate and facilitate meetings. Prepare agendas, presentations, and all other necessary meeting materials.

* Ensure project team members meet assigned project deliverables and deadlines

* Report on progress and challenges

* Work flexible hours such as being on-call for work related emergencies 7 days a week / 24 hours a day.

* Travel for the purposes of departmental growth and overseeing the build-out, opening and closing of stores

* Ad-hoc projects, roll-outs and misc. tasks as assigned by the department.

* Supporting Home Office projects and special events

Requirements…

* Basic/general knowledge and experience in Facilities and Construction

* Read construction documents

* Ability to solicit, review, and negotiate project proposals submitted by vendors

* Proficient in computer skills:
Microsoft Office Suite

* Must be customer service oriented

* Strong attention to details and highly organized

* Excellent time management and organizational skills

* Flexible to adapt to changing procedures, systems, and priorities

* Highly motivated and is able to maintain positive company morale

* Excellent communications skills (written and verbal)