Jay Boncato
Castaic
Summary
Results-driven and highly skilled engineering leader with over 20 years of experience in driving innovation, managing cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Seeking an executive level facilities operations role to leverage my expertise in strategic planning, project management, and team development to contribute to the growth and success of company. Passionate about fostering a collaborative culture, optimizing processes, and ensuring the successful execution of complex engineering initiatives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Facilities
Scorpion
01.2017 - Current
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of a multi-disciplinary facility, overseeing all mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) systems, and overall building infrastructure.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of corporate events, studio shoots, and external productions, including TV shows, movies, and commercials.
- Manage the facility’s commissioning process, overseeing vendor relations, coordinating with inspectors, and ensuring the timely and budget-conscious completion of building projects.
- Implement cost-saving initiatives to ensure efficient facility operations, even when unoccupied, maintaining essential services with reduced staffing and avoiding unnecessary expenditures.
- Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers, negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance with industry standards and building codes.
- Direct and coordinate facility maintenance programs, ensuring the optimal performance of building systems and addressing issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Manage facility budgets effectively, identifying opportunities for cost avoidance while delivering high-quality service and infrastructure improvements.
- Supervise and mentor a team of engineers, maintenance technicians, and facility staff, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on productivity, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to safety, health, and environmental standards.
- Oversee facility projects from inception to completion, including upgrades, repairs, and improvements that enhance building performance and aesthetics.
- Utilize technology to monitor and track building systems, improving efficiency through automated control systems, energy management, and predictive maintenance strategies.
Chief Operating Engineer
ABM | Douglas Emmett
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Responsible for the day-to-day facility operations of client leased spaces in 4 commercial buildings totaling Sq ft.
- In charge of engineering team as well as dayporters daily functions to ensure all work is completed based on priority.
- Development and management of operating, r&m and capital budgets.
- Responsible for the daily operational efficiencies of janitorial, landscaping, workplace solutions, HVAC, Electrical, and specialty vendors.
- Site visits and inspections to ensure safe and comfortable working environment, while also confirming that all mechanical/electrical equipment is operating normally and efficiently. Visits also allow for additional client interaction, as well as discovery opportunities for operational improvement and sustainable changes.
- Ensure client satisfaction with delivery of Facility Management services and provide a lead role in monitoring and increasing customer satisfaction.
- Assists with MoveAddChange requests.
- Manage work order system by developing and delegating service requests to appropriate vendors; prioritize requests based on severity.
- Responsible for management of vendor services enacted by constant and effective communication with client group, regularly scheduled and unscheduled site inspections, and follow up.
- Serves as a liaison between client and building owners with regards to engineering related needs/concerns.
Operations Lead Engineer
JLL | P&G Account (WELLA)
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Responsible for repair and maintenance of all HVAC systems.
- As Lead Engineer, ensures engineering team is current with all training and firm directives.
- Works with Facility Manager to ensure all Studio Events run smoothly.
- Develop and manage Capital and Operating Expense budgets, under the supervision of the Facilities Manager.
- Implemented JLL Best Practices that strengthened daily operations.
- Responsible for maintaining compliance with building audits (CFAM, ESCP) as well as all policies and procedures.
- Very knowledgeable with various CMMS Systems currently in use, as well as from previous accounts.
Facilities, Manager of Operations
JLL | Boeing Account
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Responsible for day-to-day operations of four commercial properties totaling over 1 million Sq Ft, including Boeing Rocket Test Facility, data center, critical facilities.
- Provide strategic direction for engineering team of 10. Ensure all Intel and JLL safety procedures are followed. Develop training programs to increase team technical capabilities.
- Inspect buildings’ physical plant daily to ensure building systems are maintained to a first class industry standard.
- Managed work order system by developing and delegating service requests to appropriate vendors; prioritize requests based on severity.
- Work with facility manager on construction such as tenant renovation and capital project. Ensure all managed sites are operating according to state and local building codes.
- Develop and maintain positive client relationship. Meet with clients to discuss site operations on regular basis.
- Work with facility manager on construction such as tenant renovation and capital project implementation, as well as negotiating service contracts.
- Responsible for vendor efficiencies, which included overseeing services were provided in accordance to scope agreements; seeking out improvement opportunities; changing providers when necessary.
- Directly involved with compliance programs (ESCP) as well as other firm driven initiatives, i.e., cost saves and cost avoidences.
Union One Man Plant Operating Engineer (Critical Facilities)
JLL | BofA Account
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the SLA in a Critical Infrastructure.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all HVAC including Critical Cooling Equipment.
- Monitored the daily functions of a Critical UPS System.
- Responsible for creating CEWA, SMP, SIP and COP procedures.
- Responsible for upkeep of all Policies & Procedures and all building audits.
- Responsible for requested deliverables by management/client.
- Understanding the greater common goal of energy conservation and efficiency.
- Understands the need for self performance to increase productivity and saving money within the maintenance department.
Building Engineer
Able Engineering Services
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Implemented practices, which lowered company expenses.
- Performs all building preventative and reactive maintenance.
- Familiar with all Regulation 4, Fire, Life, and Safety requirements.
Journeyman’s Assistant
Dahme Heating & Air-Conditioning
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Preformed all service and preventative maintenance.
- Assisted in all HVAC installations.
Fireman E-3
United States Navy
01.2001 - 01.2004
- General engineering duties onboard the U.S. Sacramento AOE1.
- Completed basic naval training.
- Earned a position as division leader due to accelerated completion of tasks, and work efforts and ethics.
- Recognized by superior ranking officers for dedication and motivation.
Education
Refrigeration Fundamentals, EPA Certified Universal
North Valley Occupational Center
Mission Hills, CA01.2008
General Education
Valencia High School
Valencia, CA01.1998
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Building maintenance
- Security management
- Asset management
- Infrastructure development
- Energy management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Property management
Recognition
- 2016 – Received VIP Award for JLL Values in Practice.
- 2013 - Recognized for 100% completion in SLA’s on the BAC account
- 2012 - Received the Workplace Excellent Award for seeing through to completion a Generator Failure during a 10 hour power down.
- 2011 - Assisted the Westlake BAC team in achieving LEED Silver Certification
Timeline
Director of Facilities
Scorpion
01.2017 - Current
Chief Operating Engineer
ABM | Douglas Emmett
01.2016 - 01.2017
Operations Lead Engineer
JLL | P&G Account (WELLA)
01.2016 - 01.2016
Facilities, Manager of Operations
JLL | Boeing Account
01.2015 - 01.2016
Union One Man Plant Operating Engineer (Critical Facilities)
JLL | BofA Account
01.2009 - 01.2015
Building Engineer
Able Engineering Services
01.2005 - 01.2009
Journeyman’s Assistant
Dahme Heating & Air-Conditioning
01.2004 - 01.2005
Fireman E-3
United States Navy
01.2001 - 01.2004
General Education
Valencia High School
Refrigeration Fundamentals, EPA Certified Universal
North Valley Occupational Center
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