Manager Corporate Facility/Real Estate

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.   Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.   Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.   Summary

The Manager of Real Estate & Facilities is responsible for managing and overseeing all real estate and facilities activities within the APS real estate portfolio including strategic planning, budgeting, real estate acquisition/disposition, financial analysis, lease negotiations, design and construction, delivery of routine facilities services, preventive/corrective building maintenance and execution of move services. Working collaboratively with internal APS departments and stakeholders, this position maintains a highly visible corporate presence of real estate and facilities functions and continually seeks opportunities to optimize the company’s real estate portfolio, improve operations, increase quality and realize cost savings. Responsible for leading and developing individuals and teams by leveraging company processes and tools that involve staffing, training, supervising, coaching, and performance management to achieve optimal department performance.  Minimum Requirements

A four year Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Facilities Management or other job-related discipline from an accredited college or university plus eight (8) years progressive experience in corporate real estate planning, facility operations and maintenance management, facility design and construction, financial analysis and/or transaction management. In lieu of bachelor's degree, combination of college coursework and experience in corporate real estate planning, facility operations and maintenance management, facility design and construction, financial analysis and/or transaction management equaling 12 years is required. Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory/management experience.

Strong forecasting, negotiation and contract management skills. Ability to influence and lead cross-organizational and cross-functional teams including a demonstrated ability to work at all organizational levels and with outside professionals. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and successfully execute tactics. Excellent communications, presentation, analytical and problem-solving/trouble-shooting skills. Effective resource management and project management skills.

Major Accountabilities

1) Establishes departmental priorities and strategy that align with company goals and objectives. Fosters a strong relationship with the rest of the organization to ensure Real Estate and Facilities services align with the evolving needs of APS. Interfaces with executives and external stakeholders and political figures to discuss facilities and related projects, initiatives and service levels. Completes financial analyses, prepares business cases and presents recommendations for Real Estate and Facilities opportunities and projects.   2) Manages performance of Real Estate and Facilities staff, including recruitment, development, coaching, discipline, recognition and training.   3) Drives real estate standards and workplace policy to attain and maintain