Make an impact and love what you do!  Vertafore is a top provider of software for the insurance industry that keeps transforming. We create award-winning solutions to boost productivity, lower costs and help agents and carriers grow their businesses. We respect and value our team, and we look to bring the best talent together to make our future even stronger.

Under the direction of the CHRO, the Workplace Services Director oversees and manages facility operations for multiple Vertafore locations.  The key focus is providing a great workplace experience for all users by maintaining the day-to-day workplace services and management of activities that ensure the smooth operation of our corporate offices.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:
• Passion for Customer Service
• Strong desire to Communicate and Collaborate
• Fast and Effective Execution
• Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Overview of Duties
• Manages assigned projects and facilities operations for all Vertafore office locations
• Creates, plans, and manages an annual total facilities budget
• Prepares Request for Proposals (RFPs) for facility improvements, repair and construction services as applicable
• Develops space plans and recommends equipment and materials as needed
• Develops project estimates and obtains proposals from third party vendors
• Reviews and analyzes bid results and makes recommendations
• Implements project timelines for all deliverables within areas of responsibility
• Reviews, manages, and (if applicable) communicates changes to projects as applicable, including impacts to project costs and schedule.
• Upon completion of projects, ensures all documentation is completed correctly and provided to appropriate departments as needed
• Provides timely updates to Executive Leadership Team
• Researches and understands business unit and corporate needs and issues as it relates to projects and general facilities operations
• Develops and maintains strong partnership with internal and external partners to build and maintain positive working relationships, to ensure smooth communication and rapid execution of facilities related requests
• Provides feedback, suggestions and guidance to best meet corporate goals
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities
• Directly supervises facilities staff including Workplace Services Specialists and administrative personnel at both local and remote locations
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems

Vertafore is about bringing together top talent to make an immediate impact in software. Our culture encourages employees who are able to create, think and challenge each other in a fast-paced environment. We are transforming our products and services, exploiting advanced techniques to create new “ways and means” for the insurance industry, and with that the industry is changing too.

Vertafore strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law equal employment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering or related field; or combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a project management capacity including large scale corporate projects required
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills and demonstrated experience working in a team-based work environment
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and respond to changes as they occur
• Skill in negotiating contracts and agreements
• Skill in utilizing and evaluating technical drawings, schematics, surveys and blue prints
• Ability to write clearly and concisely
• Ability to read, interpret and create documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to apply the concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Ability to solve practical problems and provide solutions when only limited information exists
• Familiarity and proficiency with using the Internet as a research tool
• Proficiency in computer utilization such as Email and Office software such as Word, Excel, and Project