Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
PROFILE SUMMARY
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Jose A. Gutierrez

Warwick

Summary

Seeking a Senior Facilities Management, Facilities Director, or Property Manager Position in a challenging and progressive company, while providing advancement opportunities.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President, Director of Facilities and Hospitality

McCann Worldgroup
12.2015
  • Lead and manage all Facilities, Office Services and Hospitality for all of McCann Worldgroup Companies located in Midtown Manhattan, 450 RSF of leased Class A office space. Manage a staff of five direct reports and total team size of 19 in-house and outsourced associates including Union Local 94 and SEIU setting goals and expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and training/coaching.
  • Managed several capital improvements projects for NY Headquarters
  • Responsible for implementing and managing the companies Crisis management, Business continuity and Pandemic Return to Office Plan
  • Actively participate in capital expense budget planning and allocation with Worldgroup and North America CFO
  • Lead approver for office services related purchase orders
  • Manage office equipment fleet (including multifunctional copiers, faxes, tracking software and postage meter)
  • Directs general office and employee space, including space planning, moves, seat assignments, and office security
  • Manage Vendor Relationship from initial RFP process, contract negotiation and performance review
  • Negotiated $800K Facilities Management and Mail contract
  • $500K upgrade of 120 Ton chiller
  • $9 MM restack of 52,000 RSF in occupied space.
  • $3MM upgrade of 26,000 RSF during Covid
  • $12MM build out of café, postproduction edit suites, client lounges and office space

Senior Partner, Facilities Director

Ogilvy & Mather North America
12.2005 - 12.2015
  • Responsible for maintenance and daily operation of 650,000 sq. ft. LEED Gold office building, editing suites, and Production studio space, including lighting, electrical, HVAC, furniture installations, repairs, and moves. Oversaw four satellite locations across NA.
  • Directed the LEED Gold build-out and consolidation of 2,000 employees from three NYC locations to a 550,000 sq. ft. building in New York City. Also, responsible for successful buildouts and relocations in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, and Durham.
  • Managed and mentored seven direct reports and 42 indirect and outsourced associates.
  • Oversaw all aspects of internal operations including security, construction, maintenance, reception, mailroom, duplicating center, and cleaning staff.
  • Worked with brokers, lawyers and holding company in site selection, and lease negotiations resulting in a 15 Million plus savings over the duration of a 20-year lease.
  • Responsible for implementing and managing the companies Crisis management and Business continuity plans
  • Developed qualified bidders list, technical specifications and work scope for RFPs
  • Negotiated and managed relationships with outside vendors, contractors, and consultants
  • Developed and maintained facilities’ operating and capital expenditure budgets
  • Reviewed architectural designs and drawings to ensure proper implementation
  • Coordinated and managed construction projects
  • Interacted with and serviced all levels of Internal and Holding Company Management managing conflict and budgetary constraints

Facilities Manager

Ogilvy & Mather
02.1998 - 12.2005
  • Responsible for maintenance and daily operation of 500,000 sq. ft. office space
  • Managed administrative staff, maintenance and cleaning crews
  • Coordinated and manage construction contractors and projects
  • Responsible for reviewing and approving of all departmental invoices

Facilities Supervisor

Ogilvy & Mather
01.1996 - 02.1998
  • Reviewed and allocated space for individual departments
  • Organized, scheduled and supervised moves between various departments
  • Implemented and managed space management system
  • Responsible for Facilities help desk, ensuring quick response and proper resolution of building related issues

Education

Bachelors of Technology - undefined

College of Aeronautics
Flushing, NY
12.1993

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Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell A.F.B., Alabama
01.1989

Skills

    Facilities & Property Management Budgeting & Cost Control

    Crisis & Business Continuity Planning

    Construction & Space Planning

    Vendor & Contract Negotiation

    Team Leadership & Mentorship

    Operations Security & Risk Management

Affiliations

IFMA (International Facility Management Association)

PROFILE SUMMARY

Over Twenty years of experience, including Real Estate and Facilities Management, Maintenance, Construction and Security. Veteran of the United States Air Force and New Jersey Air National Guard. Bilingual professional, honest and efficient, with strong organizational, business, and interpersonal skills. Capable of managing, prioritizing, and completing projects within deadlines and on budget. A dedicated and committed employee, willing to take the necessary steps to achieve optimum results. A Facilities Management Administrator (FMA) graduate of the Building Owners and Managers Institute International. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Lotus Notes and Aperture.

Timeline

Vice President, Director of Facilities and Hospitality

McCann Worldgroup
12.2015

Senior Partner, Facilities Director

Ogilvy & Mather North America
12.2005 - 12.2015

Facilities Manager

Ogilvy & Mather
02.1998 - 12.2005

Facilities Supervisor

Ogilvy & Mather
01.1996 - 02.1998

Bachelors of Technology - undefined

College of Aeronautics

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Community College of the Air Force