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Nicholas Kast

Regional Facilities Manager
Jacksonville,TX

Summary

I am a Pro-active Regional Facilities Manager with extensive experience managing all aspects of commercial properties in diverse business markets. I led the development, execution, and management of multi-site facilities for industry giants like ABB, Exxon Mobil, and Hewlett Packard. I am a detailed oriented leader whose ability to consistently streamline operations has resulted in significant cost savings. I am proficient in overseeing large-scale projects on time and under budget. I consider myself to be a creative problem solver who constructs innovative techniques for facilities management resolutions that allows Fortune 500 companies to remain competitive and profitable. Peers recognize my ability to forge effective internal and external partnerships, communicating vision, trust and excellence that foster thoughtful, progressive expansion. I maximize results and minimize costs to ensure success. My industry experience covers a broad range – from high-tech, retail, manufacturing and oil and gas. Regardless of the industry, I bring a highly developed skill set and fresh thinking to any environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Facilities Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
Remote, TX
01.2018 - 06.2023
  • Managed all IFM functions for the Power Grids Division spread across the US, Canada, and Brazil.
  • Ensured quality delivery of Facility Management Operations and Project Management while supporting Occupancy Planning.
  • Facilitated contract deliverables, operational up time, cost savings initiatives, energy consumption reduction initiatives, service improvements, best practices and innovations.
  • Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
  • Led facility management staff and contractors to perform to their peak capacity in order to hit or exceed our KPI's.
  • Tracked and documented operational and financial records to perform analysis of performance and costs.
  • Oversaw finances for both Op-ex and Cap-ex budgets resulting in gainshare opportunities.

Assoc. Executive Director of Facilities

SSC Service Solutions
Prairie View , TX
03.2017 - 10.2017
  • Managed a $12M dollar budget and campus facilities at Prairie View A&M College along with two additional satellite locations.
  • Planned, organized, directed, coordinated, and supervised functions and activities of the department.
  • Established and implemented policies and procedures for departmental operations and encouraged and mentored staff. Fostered innovation as well as ensured compliance with all regulatory agencies.
  • Demonstrated quality leadership in meeting performance plans.
  • Trained and developed Department Directors and oversaw 140 employees.
  • I maintained and inspected facilities consistently to ensure quality and client satisfaction.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
  • Responded to change, made decisions in stressful situations and prioritized tasks and projects.

Senior Operations Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
Houston, TX
12.2013 - 01.2017
  • Managed a $10M budget and campus facilities for the largest petrochemical complex in the U.S. covering 5 square miles, encompassing 3300 acres, and includes a refinery, a regional engineering office, a global technology center, two chemical plants and a separate plastics plant site located in Mont Belvieu.
  • Successfully maintain and fostered a professional working relationship with 150 vendors and direct reports.
  • I maintain the highest standards for safety, security, health, and environmental care
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Developed and implemented the Customer Service Enhancement Initiative and my focus was to improve our customer service and provide a more in-depth and more expedient service, simplifying our processes whenever possible.
  • Directed and executed the transition to self-performing services without client impact.

Regional Commercial Manager

ISS Facilities Services
Dallas, TX
10.2012 - 05.2013
  • Managed a $15M budget and reviewed and implemented continual improvement of procedures for a region of the Integrated Facility Services division comprised of $26M in revenue as part of a global contract with one of the world’s largest IT companies.
  • Maintained a detailed understanding of the contracts, worked to optimize profits and reduced company risk.
  • Ensured timely and accurate production of month-end close information and regional forecasts.
  • I managed 3.5M sf of office and data center space on 270 acres.
  • Managed the P/L responsibilities for $15M annual client operating budget and approximately $2M capital budget along with expensing out-of-scope project budget.
  • Initiated the research to accurately update contractual data to reflect true square footage of all buildings within the regional portfolio.
  • Used key metrics and prepared reports for senior management to monitor performance of commercial activities.

Senior Property Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2006 - 06.2012
  • Managed a $4M budget and maintained a 100% up-time of the Network Data Center, 10 direct employees supporting 500,000 sf of office space, 35 acres to include two tri-level parking garages, and investor centers located in San Francisco, Walnut Creek, and Century City, CA.
  • Managed maintenance engineering, food service, cleaning, mail services, landscaping, snow removal, roads and grounds, fitness center, electrical/plumbing, and security; meeting company standards and ensuring that the client received the highest professional level of courtesy and customer service
  • Initiated, developed and coordinated the recycling program.
  • Introduced and implemented a new security plan. Updated the emergency catastrophe plan and emergency response procedures.
  • Ensured all critical facilities operated throughout snowstorms with no interruptions to business continuity.

Property Manager

Hoffman, Vance, and Worthington
Ventura, CA
03.2004 - 02.2006
  • Maximized retail lease income and minimizing expenses through effective planning and control.
  • Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants on building issues.
  • Introduced and monitored effective lease renewal programs to maintain high occupancy rates.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health And Fitness

Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, OK
06.1996

Skills

  • Bid Proposals, Op-Ex Budgets, Cap-Ex Budgets
  • HSSE and Emergency Planning and Response
  • Employee Supervision
  • Maintaining Facilities
  • Supplier Contracts Management
  • Cost-Reduction Methods
  • Corporate Branding Initiatives
  • Project Management
  • Multi site, Multi-state , Multi Country Management
  • Conflict mitigation and resolution
  • Interface with all levels of management
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Self-Motivated
  • Decision-Making
  • Dependable and Responsible

Work Availability

monday
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sunday
morning
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Timeline

Regional Facilities Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
01.2018 - 06.2023

Assoc. Executive Director of Facilities

SSC Service Solutions
03.2017 - 10.2017

Senior Operations Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
12.2013 - 01.2017

Regional Commercial Manager

ISS Facilities Services
10.2012 - 05.2013

Senior Property Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle, JLL
08.2006 - 06.2012

Property Manager

Hoffman, Vance, and Worthington
03.2004 - 02.2006

Bachelor of Science - Health And Fitness

Oral Roberts University

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