Director, Facilities and Workplace Strategy

About this Opportunity:

The Director, Workplace Strategy plays a pivotal role in shaping Orions in-office experience to support a thriving, collaborative, and high-performing culture. This leader is responsible for developing and executing a forward-thinking workplace strategy that enhances team member experience, optimizes space utilization, and manages real estate investments across all U.S. locations.

This role requires a strategic thinker and strong communicator who can align physical environments with business goals, foster cross-functional collaboration, and ensure that every Orion location reflects our values and culture. This role will lead the Omaha-based workplace team and partner with stakeholders across HR, IT, Finance, and Operations to deliver inspiring, safe, and efficient workspaces that support our hybrid work model.

Candidates must work 5 days a week in our Omaha, NE office.

In this role, youll get to:

• Lead the development and execution of in-office workplace strategies that foster collaboration, productivity and team member well-being

• Optimize space utilization across all locations, balancing collaborative (we), individual (me), and team (us) spaces, with a focus on flexibility and scalability

• Oversee desk reservation systems and analyze utilization data to inform real-time space planning decisions and future office needs

• Guide the design and layout of office spaces to reflect the companys culture, drive engagement, and support hybrid work policies

• Manage the campus facility team(s) and oversee facility operations at all U.S. office locations (including reception, mailroom, and coordination)

• Serve as the primary liaison with landlords, brokers, and vendors for all U.S. office locations

• Coordinate office buildouts, renovations, and lease transitions in partnership with IT, contractors, and internal stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery and minimal disruption to operations

• Develop and enforce building safety protocols, emergency response plans, and compliance audits across all office locations

• Maintain readiness for on-call building emergencies and ensure all locations meet safety and accessibility standards

• Stay updated on regulatory requirements related to office facilities and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations

• Support ESG goals by tracking and reducing environmental impact (e.g., energy, water, waste)

• Lead initiatives to improve sustainability and promote responsible workplace practices

• Own the facilities budget, including forecasting, capital planning, and cost optimization

• Lead cross-functional project teams and ensure timely, transparent communication of project milestones and deliverables

• Evaluate, select, and manage vendors to ensure best-in-class service at competitive rates

• Lead cross-functional project teams and ensure timely, transparent communication of project milestones and deliverables

• Conduct regular site visits, reviewing operations, service levels, and team engagement across locations, and provide action plans for improvements

Were looking for talent who:

• Has balanced mix of people, technical, analytical and operations skills

• Has superior written and interpersonal communication skills

• Has demonstrated project management skills

• Has experience in managing corporate office campus and satellite office locations is necessary

• Has experience with measuring environmental impact and identifying methods to reduce footprint and increase energy efficiency

• Has strong business acumen; an understanding of the financial implications of decisions, experienced with detailed budgets and forecasting

• Demonstrates ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with vendors, tenants, internal team members and senior leaders

• Has a bachelors degree in Engineering, Business Management or related field desired

• Has a minimum of 5 years experience in workplace design, facility management, including space forecasting, planning expansion (specifically in corporate campuses and offices)

• Has Experience in furniture installation, reconfiguration, including vendor management

• Has proven track record in managing office expansions, office redesigns, furniture installations, and vendor management.

• Has experience in optimizing hybrid workplace models and aligning office design with organizational culture and business objectives

• Obtains Orion Industry Certification

• Owns and manages relationships with stakeholders directly and works effectively with people at all levels in an organization

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Salary Range:

The pay listed in this posting indicates the estimated pay at the time of this posting; however, may vary depending on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, Orion offers a competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, and disability coverage on day one, 401(k) plan with employer match, paid parentalleave, pet benefits including pawternity leave and pet insurance, student loan repayment and more.

About Us

At Orion, we achieve our best work when we support one another, staying personally accountable to each other and the clients we serve. We create a welcoming environment where everyone is respected, valued, and heard. Our commitment to create raving fans ensures we consistently exceed client expectations. Thinking differently is in our DNAwe innovate always, push boundaries, and reject the status quo to deliver transformative outcomes. Together, we support one another and see it through to success, driving our collective achievements and those of our clients.