Director of Facilities and Fleet

Purpose

RegenTX is seeking an experienced and proactive Director of Facilities & Fleet to lead the strategic and day-to-day management of our facilities and company vehicle fleet across multiple locations in San Antonio, Texas. This role is responsible for ensuring the operational integrity, safety, compliance, and readiness of all RegenTX facilities-including three manufacturing sites, two office sites, and future office locations currently in development-through direct leadership of internal staff and coordination with critical external vendors. This role will also oversee maintenance and repairs of the company's vehicle fleet via third-party service providers.

The Director will also serve as a key partner to Equipment Operations leadership to ensure facility infrastructure supports equipment performance and cleanroom operations. Additionally, this role will be actively involved in capital projects-including renovations, site expansions, and new facility development-and will collaborate closely with the Enterprise Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure these projects are executed on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the internal facilities team responsible for maintenance, upkeep, and safe operation of all RegenTX facilities.
• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building automation systems.
• Coordinate and support all infrastructure needs related to equipment installations, cleanroom environments, and production support utilities in close collaboration with Equipment Operations, Quality Assurance and Manufacturing.
• Maintain documentation of inspections, repairs, vendor service reports, and facility audits.
• Support strategic planning and execution for future office sites and site expansion projects.
• Participate in the planning, budgeting, and execution of facility-related capital projects, including renovations, expansions, and new construction.
• Provide input on facility design, utility requirements, infrastructure layout, and operational functionality to ensure long-term sustainability.
• Work closely with the Enterprise Project Management Office (PMO) to align capital projects with timelines, compliance requirements, and operational needs.
• Oversee or support on-site construction activities, vendor coordination, punch list resolution, and final turnover to internal stakeholders.
• Identify, negotiate, and manage third-party vendor contracts for maintenance, repairs, janitorial, landscaping, life safety systems, and specialized facility services.
• Monitor contractor performance to ensure high-quality work is completed on time and within budget.
• Maintain clear and detailed records of vendor work, contracts, and service level agreements.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of the RegenTX vehicle fleet through third-party providers.
• Ensure vehicle safety, roadworthiness, and regulatory compliance are maintained at all times.
• Maintain accurate logs of fleet usage, service history, and coordinate timely preventative maintenance.
• Recommend vehicle replacements or acquisitions based on usage and operational needs.
• Maintain a working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR 1271, FDA 21 CFR 820, AATB standards, ISO Standards, cGMP/CGTP, other relevant regulations/standards, and internal organizational policies and standard operating procedures.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to develop leadership in direct reports and department management.
• Establish and monitor objective annual goals for direct reports.
• Conduct performance reviews and establish performance improvement plans as needed.
• Recruit, interview, and select personnel for hire.
• Travel domestically up to 10% to attend offsite meetings, conferences, and support business initiatives.
• Travel as needed between San Antonio facilities to support business needs as needed (~30%).
• Maintain acceptable attendance and punctuality for scheduled work hours and meetings.
• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours during weekdays or weekends with reasonable advance notice to support business/operational needs when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and mentor cross-functional teams.
• Solid understanding of facilities infrastructure systems, building codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated success in managing capital improvement projects and collaborating with internal PMO teams.
• Proficiency in managing maintenance schedules and vendor service contracts.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  Proficiency in facility management systems or CMMS platforms is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between company sites as needed.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Highest level of ethics and integrity.
• Ability to lead and motivate the right behaviors.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective project management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required with preferred in: Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration/Management.
• Minimum of 7 years of facilities management experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
• Direct experience in a regulated manufacturing environment required (biotech, medical device, laboratory, tissue bank, blood bank, food).
• Proven experience managing multiple sites and leading facility-related capital projects (renovations and/or new) from design through completion.
• Experience managing small vehicle fleets preferred.
• Clearance of favorable background investigation required.