Mgr, Operations

Location

Staten Island Mall - 2655 Richmond Avenue

Business

Headquartered in Chicago, IL, GGP is a leading retail real estate company with a portfolio of 95+ high-performing retail assets, encompassing over 95 million square feet of space across the United States. As an owner-operator, we’re committed to creating vibrant destinations that bring people and brands together. With a team of 1,200+ employees and a legacy of leadership in retail real estate, we’re shaping the future of the industry by delivering exceptional value to our partners and the communities we serve

If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Operations Manager is responsible for the cost-effective operation, maintenance, and long-term preservation of the physical assets of the property. The Operations Manager assists the (Sr) General Manager to achieve property specific business metrics and goals primarily focused on physical operations, construction coordination, safety & health principles, contracted services oversight, and project management.

Responsibilities

Operate a clean, well maintained property providing guests with a positive shopping experience

Oversee all physical assets to ensure they are maintained to required standards in the most economically efficient manner

Prepare and manage multi-year ordinary capital and operating expense plans and projects to meet or exceed company expectations, while also identifying operating expense control strategies and tactics

Develop strong tenant relationships through pre-construction and subsequent follow-up meetings with tenant contractors to regulate compliance with Rules & Regulations, specific lease requirements and timely completion of construction, along with assisting Tenant Coordination with as-built conditions, available utilities, and any known constraints

Implement and administer all preventative maintenance programs and related vendor and contractor compliance for all applicable service and/or maintenance contracts

Ensure property safety systems are code compliant, maintained and inspected, and Federal required reports and safety documentation is maintained and posted

Support the Safety, Health, and Environment program by incorporating GGP’s Life Saving Principles into your work planning and execution

Support corporate sustainability efforts to reduce the property’s carbon footprint

Understand and monitor utility consumption, utility rates structures, utility rebates through the use of new and existing building control technologies/BAS systems including (but not limited to) lighting controls (BMS/EMS), HVAC, fire/life safety alarm systems, irrigation control, vertical transportation

Manage and develop direct reports while ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures

Partner with corporate departments including National Operations, Tenant Coordination, Leasing, Business Development, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Development (as needed) to ensure property and corporate objectives are met

Develop favorable relationships with local officials, government leaders, first responders, key stakeholders, and community organizations

Review and approve invoices for accuracy and monitor for timely payment

Oversee operations during a crisis situation (including natural disasters) ensuring the safety and security of all customers, tenants, guests and assets

Participate in the Manager on Duty (MOD) schedule during non-office hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. MOD coverage may be defined as on call, when appropriate, and the MOD is required to be on-site at least one Saturday per month. The on-site requirements of the MOD will be determined and approved by leadership.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED Required

Bachelor’s degree preferred

2+ years of experience or training in shopping centers or equivalent management and leadership

3+ years of facilities operations or construction management preferred

Strong understanding of commercial building systems, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems; blueprints, CAD drawings and other schematics

Strong leadership, interpersonal and relationship building skills

Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Good working knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting

Effective writing and communication skills to include supervise, train and direct teams

Ability to adapt to changing work environment

Strong working knowledge of various computer software such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, JDEdwards, Proliance

Recognized industry certification preferred

OHSA General Industries 30-hour course preferred

Compensation

Salary type: Exempt

Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly

Annual Base Salary Range: $90,000- $120,000

Annual Bonus: 15%

Core Competencies: Decision Quality, Directs Work, Builds Networks, Communicates Effectively, Being Resilient

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:

The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.

The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to climb stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, and outside weather conditions.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

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