Director of Regional Facilities

Uline; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 6% employer match

Bonus programs

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Uline is seeking a Director of Regional Facilities to lead and elevate the workplace experience across our North American network, overseeing a high-performing team to maintain safe, clean, and efficient campuses.

You’ll manage construction projects, vendor relations, site selection and long-term facility strategy while guiding Regional Facilities Managers across multiple locations. A Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in construction or maintenance management are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10+ years experience managing construction or maintenance teams.
• Proficient with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Experience in skilled building trades.
• Finance or accounting knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily Regional Facilities operations to meet quality standards.
• Oversee a team of Regional Facilities Managers and foster a strong culture.
• Conduct facilities audits and resolve issues to keep campuses in top shape.
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors and landlords for startups, landscaping and construction.
• Develop budgets and reports to shape long-term facility strategy.

Skills

Facilities management

Team leadership

Vendor management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Corporate Headquarters

12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Uline is looking for a Director of Regional Facilities to lead and elevate the workplace experience across our growing North American network, spanning over 30 million square feet.

You’ll oversee a high-performing team to ensure our buildings are maintained to Uline’s standards both inside and out. From construction projects to vendor management and site selection, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, clean and efficient environments that reflect Uline’s commitment to excellence.

Position Responsibilities

• Direct daily Regional Facilities operations, ensuring Uline’s quality and performance standards are met.
• Oversee a team of Regional Facilities Managers, maintaining a positive culture and encouraging team development.
• Conduct facilities audits and work with management to resolve any issues to ensure campuses are in top shape.
• Work with vendors, contractors and landlords to support new building start-ups, landscaping and construction projects.
• Develop budgets and reports to shape long‑term strategy for facility projects and operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 10+ years of experience managing construction or maintenance teams.
• Proficient with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Experience performing skilled work in one or more building trades.
• Finance or Accounting knowledge a plus.

Benefits

• Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!
• Multiple bonus programs.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.

Employee Perks

• On-site café and first-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
• Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.

About Uline

Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 10,000 employees across 15 locations.

Uline is a drug‑free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening. All positions are on‑site.

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