Global Real Estate & Workplace Associate (Americas)

DataDirect Networks; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation plans

Paid holidays

Bonus programs

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Paid leave programs

Anniversary and recognition awards

Job summary

Data Direct Networks is seeking a Workplace Associate Global Real Estate & Workplace Services (Americas) to support workplace, facilities, and real estate initiatives as the company grows rapidly in the Americas region.

You will report to the Global Real Estate & Workplace leadership team and coordinate with People, Finance, Legal, IT, Security, and external partners to optimize office operations and vendor management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Corporate Real Estate, Workplace Services, Facilities Management, or a related field.
• Experience supporting employees, customers, and guests in office environments with best-in-class hospitality in a fast-paced, growing organization.
• Exposure to lease administration, workplace operations, facilities management, or capital projects.
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and external vendors.
• Technology, AI, infrastructure, or high-growth company experience is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Facilities Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Industry certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Workplace Experience & Operations: deliver programs that foster collaboration, engagement, and employee wellbeing.
• Assist in implementing workplace policies, standards, and hybrid working initiatives.
• Help ensure a consistent and high-quality employee and visitor experience across locations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address workplace needs and continually improve services.
• Facilities Management: support day-to-day operations at the Chatsworth office and the portfolio.
• Manage facility vendors and service providers, ensuring service levels and standards.
• Assist with health and safety compliance, preventative maintenance, and risk management.
• Partner with Security and IT teams to support safe, effective workplace environments.
• Projects & Workplace Development: support office build-outs, relocations, and improvements.
• Coordinate with contractors, architects, furniture vendors, and landlords; monitor timelines and budgets.
• Assist with workplace planning initiatives that improve space utilization.

Skills

Facilities management

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Hospitality in office environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Real Estate/Facilities Management/Architecture/Engineering

Job description

We are on our way to being the first company to power 1 MILLION GPUs and want world-class talent to join our amazing team!

The world is moving faster than ever, and yet, it will never move this slowly again. We are at the forefront of an incredible technological revolution but, at its core, it is fueled by incredible people. People like you.

1,000 Global Employees

11kHappy Customers

16International Offices

We’re Looking for the Best and Brightest

We are the world’s leading data intelligence platform that reliably accelerates massive datasets for actionable real-time insights. Join our team to help the best and brightest minds tackle the world’s biggest challenges in business, science, medicine, academia and government.

Do What Can’t be Done

For the past 20 years, our team has kept us at the forefront of storage technology and has provided the foundation for enabling researchers to push the limits of “what can be done.”
These innovations take research and discovery to the next level, enabling them to discover cures to disease, observe global warming patterns, model innovative automotive and aerospace designs, discover new sources of energy, make communities safer, and accelerate business results across a wide variety of industries.

DDN Helps Build Your Future, Too

At DDN, we understand our customers’ diverse needs. Whether you’re a data scientist, IT professional, executive, or researcher, our solutions empower you with cutting-edge technology and unparalleled support.

Highly Competitive Vacation Plans

Paid Holidays

Bonus Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Paid Leave Programs

Anniversary and Recognition Awards

Workplace Associate - Global Real Estate and Workplace

Location

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

The Opportunity

DDN is seeking a Workplace Associate Global Real Estate & Workplace Services (Americas) to support the delivery of workplace, facilities, and real estate initiatives across the Americas region during a period of rapid growth and transformation.

Reporting to the Global Real Estate & Workplace leadership team, this role will help ensure DDN's offices operate efficiently, provide an exceptional employee experience, and support the company's evolving business needs. The successful candidate will work closely with the Global Real Estate and Workplace leadership team to engage with stakeholders in the People, Finance, Legal, IT, Security, and other external partners to support office operations, workplace programs, real estate transactions, capital projects, and vendor management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on workplace professional who enjoys balancing strategic initiatives with operational execution in a fast-paced, global technology environment.

Key Responsibilities

Workplace Experience & Operations

Support the delivery of workplace experience programs that foster collaboration, engagement, and employee wellbeing.

Assist in the implementation of workplace policies, standards, and hybrid working initiatives.

Help ensure a consistent and high-quality employee and visitor experience across all locations.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address workplace needs and continuously improve services.

Facilities Management

Support day-to-day facilities operations in the Chatsworth office and throughout the portfolio as required.

Manage facility vendors and service providers, ensuring service levels and operational standards are achieved.

Assist with health and safety compliance, preventative maintenance programs, and workplace risk management.

Partner with Security and IT teams to support safe, secure, and effective workplace environments.

Projects & Workplace Development

Support office build-outs, renovations, relocations, and workplace improvement projects.

Participate in the coordination of project activities with contractors, architects, furniture vendors, and landlords.

Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful execution.

Assist with workplace planning initiatives that improve space utilization and employee experience.

Financial & Sustainability Support

Assist with annual operating and capital budget planning and tracking.

Support vendor contract management and cost optimization initiatives.

Contribute to workplace sustainability and energy-efficiency programs across the portfolio.

Experience

3+ years of experience in Corporate Real Estate, Workplace Services, Facilities Management, or a related field.

Experience supporting employees, customers, and guests in office environments with best-in-class hospitality in the context of a fast-paced, growing organization.

Exposure to lease administration, workplace operations, facilities management, or capital projects.

Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and external vendors.

Technology, AI, infrastructure, or high-growth company experience is preferred.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Facilities Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.

Industry certifications are advantageous.

Compensation Range: $90K - $110K

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