Michael Byrne
Washington
Summary
A versatile, fluid, collaborative worker with 9 years of experience in facilities management overseeing building operations, maintenance, and staff management to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective facilities. Skilled in vendor negotiations, budget planning, compliance with safety regulations. Proven track record in optimizing operational workflows, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing occupant satisfaction. Adept at managing multi-site operations and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes. Passionate about creating and maintaining spaces that support productivity, comfort, and safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Facilities and Vendor Specialist
United Therapeutics Corporations
Washington
04.2025 - Current
- Managed implementation and operation of building preventive maintenance program.
- Monitored facility maintenance for cleanliness and recommended improvements to overall aesthetics.
- Surveyed facility to maximize safety and security.
- Monitored maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment and electrical and mechanical systems.
- Supervised vendors and contracts to support office environment.
- Collected, analyzed and prepared reports of statistical data to assess facility management objectives.
- Prepared and reviewed operational reports and schedules to drive accuracy and efficiency.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Supported oversight on construction and renovation projects.
Facilities Support Specialist
Tenacious Solutions/US Agency for Global Media
Washington
01.2024 - Current
- Supported Implementation and execution of safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all personnel and visitors.
- Executed event setup procedures to create engaging and functional spaces for various gatherings.
- Coordinated with vendors in regard to facilitating ad hoc projects related to building maintenance and repair.
- Performed routine building maintenance to ensure a well-functioning and safe facility for all users.
- Performed regular inspections of specific areas of responsibility and organized weekly reports of said inspections.
Senior Workplace Specialist
2U Inc
Lanham
05.2019 - 12.2023
- I worked directly with the facilities manager to help maintain all building functions and manage space planning for 1 330,000 sq. ft property in Lanham, MD, a studio office in Arlington, VA, and a smaller satellite office also in Arlington, VA.
- Managing Vendor Contracts (including HVAC, Painting, Pest Control, Electric and Lighting, Janitorial, etc.)
- Manage space planning, which includes employee moves (individual and team)
- Submitting PO's and managing purchases for team with use of Coupa software
- Maintaining list of furniture and supply inventory
- Assisted in budget tracking by keeping list of monthly invoices from any spending that occurred.
- Conducted monthly audits of emergency response procedures and managed emergency response teams at our main HQ and offices in Arlington and Chapel Hill.
- During Covid-19 shutdown, was part of a team that kept business essential functions running while all employees transferred to remote. Those functions included:
- Facilitating important mail to correct executives, managers, etc.
- Keeping building cleaned and sanitary
- Ensuring that building systems were running properly (HVAC, lighting, plumbing, etc.)
- Helping to make sure remote employees received necessary supplies and equipment.
Operations Coordinator
Equal Justice Works
Washington
04.2016 - 05.2019
- In this role, I was responsible for a plethora of items related to general operations and administration.
- I managed vendor contracts
- I maintained the check log
- I was responsible for suite utility upkeep (e.g. electricity, HVAC, etc)
- I assisted with general space planning
- Managed recruitment organization (using recruiterbox)
- Completed reconciliation reports for unit spending (through AnyBill)
- Managed company inventory and storage space
- Would complete spot repairs when needed
Education
Bachelors of Science - Environmental Science and Sustainability
Oregon State University
Corvallis, Oregon06.2025
Masters of Art - Global Interaction
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio07.2014
Bachelors of Art - International Relations
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio06.2012
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Programs
- CRM software
- OSHA 10 hour certification
- Six Sigma Fundamentals
- Basic maintenance operations
Timeline
Senior Facilities and Vendor Specialist
United Therapeutics Corporations
04.2025 - Current
Facilities Support Specialist
Tenacious Solutions/US Agency for Global Media
01.2024 - Current
Senior Workplace Specialist
2U Inc
05.2019 - 12.2023
Operations Coordinator
Equal Justice Works
04.2016 - 05.2019
Bachelors of Science - Environmental Science and Sustainability
Oregon State University
Masters of Art - Global Interaction
Cleveland State University
Bachelors of Art - International Relations
Cleveland State University
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