Ben Keeler
Lafayette,CO
Summary
Detail-oriented facilities manager with extensive experience in day-to-day office operations, vendor relationships and management, and technical solutions and support. Proven track record of improving workplace operations and providing “Best Place to Work” facilities services by leveraging project management skills, cultivating cross-functional relationships, and pushing forward employee services and training. Strong ability to prioritize multiple workstreams and deadlines while operating effectively under pressure.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FACILITIES MANAGER US
GHX
01.2021 - 04.2025
- Administered and optimized the operation of 5 office locations encompassing a total of 118,000 sq ft. Managed an annual budget of ~$3 million, strategically allocating resources to maximize operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive project plan to refresh the company headquarters, transforming it into a modern, collaborative environment that enhances employee engagement and productivity. Drove sustainability efforts in reporting SCOPE 1, 2, and 3 emissions and created an environmental and sustainability resource group to drive change in company environmental policies. Planning and execution of major company events and conferences. Drove cost savings of ~50k for multiple site closures.
FACILITIES MANAGER
ColdQuanta, Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Lead office space planning. Establish multi-building corporate campus. Oversee facilities revamp. Manage vendor relationships and contracts, including janitorial, breakroom, and first aid. Manage construction projects, including buildouts for technical spaces. Coordinate environment and safety services and employee training, including OSHA, chemical safety, and laser safety. Handled audio-video (AV) support for small local meetings to large multi-site corporate all hands. Maintain facility annual operating plan (AOP) budget.
FACILITIES MANAGER
NetApp
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Managed site environmental safety policies and audit preparation. Provided workplace services and AV support from small local meetings to large multi-site corporate all hands. Coordinated construction projects. Planned employee events, including holidays, happy hours, philanthropic fundraising, and local volunteer opportunities. Managed employee desk moves. Oversaw vendor relationships. Provided remote support for local and regional sales offices. Managed and developed budgets.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Boulder High School
Skills
- Office Space Planning
- Move Management
- Project Management
- Vendor Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Event Planning
- ISO 14001
- Oracle Applications
- Issue Resolution
- CMMC Systems Technology Solutions
- Facilities Operations
- Facility Expansion
- Facility Maintenance
- AutoCAD
- Service Now
- Space planning
- Budgeting and financial management
- Asset management
- Innovation and creativity
- Environmental compliance
- Team leadership
- Access control
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Health and safety
Certification
Facility Management Professional (FMP)
Timeline
FACILITIES MANAGER US
GHX
01.2021 - 04.2025
FACILITIES MANAGER
ColdQuanta, Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2021
FACILITIES MANAGER
NetApp
01.2011 - 01.2017
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Boulder High School