Director of Facilities & Infrastructure Operations
Joining McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC means becoming part of a team that values your voice, your growth, and your impact on clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve. Since 1935, McNees has been a trusted, client-focused law firm delivering practical, results-driven legal solutions with integrity and a client-first philosophy. We are a full-service firm with more than 150 attorneys and 300 professionals, committed to excellence across a wide range of practice areas and industries.
At McNees, we are guided by our core values of authentic relationships, excellence, growth, and balance to foster collaboration and innovation. We support your success through mentorship, leadership development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our commitment to community runs deep, with a strong tradition of stewardship through pro bono work, charitable initiatives, and civic engagement. We also prioritize flexibility and well-being with a family-focused culture, reasonable revenue hour expectations, and technology that drives efficiency.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work with people who value integrity and collaboration, you’ll feel at home at McNees.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership and Collaboration
- Direct and mentor a multidisciplinary facilities team, emphasizing a culture of excellent customer service and operational accountability.
- Work closely with office leaders to address specific facility requirements and provide regular updates on infrastructure and risk initiatives.
- Drive the evolution of facilities procedures by identifying and implementing emerging technologies and smart-building solutions.
Insurance and Risk Management
- Lead the annual Property & Casualty insurance renewal process in partnership with Finance and external brokers.
- Oversee the collection and tracking of Certificates of Insurance (COI) for all third-party vendors and contractors.
- Maintain accurate insurance records and documentation to support the Firm’s broader risk management and business continuity plans.
- Ensure facilities and property operations comply with applicable safety regulations, building requirements, and Firm policies.
- Coordinate workplace safety initiatives and facility-related compliance programs.
- Support emergency preparedness, business continuity, and risk management planning.
Vendor and Budget Management
- Manage service contracts and vendor relationships, including negotiating agreements and monitoring performance to ensure high-quality service.
- Track and manage facilities and property budgets in collaboration with the CFO and COO.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.
Facilities and Property Operations
- Oversee all office locations to ensure safe, high-performing, and well-maintained work environments.
- Serve as the primary liaison for landlords and property managers; manage lease compliance, renewals, and occupancy planning.
- Oversee building systems, repairs, and service needs while developing uniform facility standards and SOPs across the firm's multi-state footprint.
- Coordinate space utilization and long-term space planning initiatives to support evolving business needs and firm growth.
Renovations and Construction
- Plan and execute all office moves, renovations, and new build-outs, including space planning, contractor selection, and budgeting.
- Ensure new office designs support efficient workflows and enhance the client experience while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Manage construction projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget, adhering to all safety and productivity standards.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Property Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressive experience in facilities, property, or risk management, with at least three (3) years in a leadership capacity.
- Experience managing multiple office locations or facilities.
- Experience identifying new office locations and implementing hybrid/desk hoteling solutions.
- Ability to maintain a consistent physical presence in the Harrisburg, PA office.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Primary office location: Harrisburg, PA.
- Multi-office professional services environment across multiple states
- Occasional travel to office locations across multiple states
- Interaction with vendors, landlords, and internal leadership teams
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About McNees
Headquartered in Harrisburg, Pa., McNees operates offices across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, and Washington, D.C., giving our team a broad regional footprint and diverse opportunities for collaboration. We are ranked among the NLJ 500, Best Law Firms, and Best Lawyers, and nationally recognized for excellence in areas such as construction litigation and energy law.
Our attorneys deliver tailored strategies to businesses, individuals, and organizations across industries, including real estate, energy, healthcare, banking and finance, insurance, construction, and technology. We also have a strong presence in public sector law, advocating for clients in regulatory and legislative matters at all levels of government.
Our services span corporate law, real estate and construction, labor and employment, litigation, tax, intellectual property, energy and environmental, estate planning, and public sector law, complemented by affiliated businesses like Apollo Communications (strategic marketing and PR), Keystone Municipal Solutions (municipal consulting), and Pine Street Land Company (title and settlement services).
McNees offers an engaging work environment, robust opportunities for professional development, challenging and rewarding career paths, and competitive compensation. McNees is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any trait protected by law.
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