Job descriptionVice President, Facilities Optimization About the Company Well-known company in the sports, entertainment & recreation industries Industry Executive Office Type Privately Held Founded 1989 Employees 1001-5000 Specialties - hospitality - food & beverage - sports entertainment - real estate development - e-commerce - live entertainment - and sports About the Role The Company is seeking a Vice President, Facilities Optimization to join their team. The successful candidate will be tasked with advancing the performance, growth, and value of the facilities management business. This executive will work closely with the CEO to identify and evaluate opportunities across the country, developing frameworks and initiatives that enhance facility performance, improve consistency, and support portfolio expansion. A key aspect of the role is to build and reinforce the company's position as the operator of choice for mid-sized arenas, recreation centers, and event venues, which involves establishing strong relationships with various stakeholders, including municipalities, arena operators, private developers, institutional owners, sports franchises, and Indigenous communities. Applicants for the Vice President, Facilities Optimization role at the company should be commercially driven executives with a proven track record in winning and negotiating venue management contracts, scaling multi-site operating platforms, and building long-term client relationships. The role requires a candidate who can combine entrepreneurial drive with operational rigor, capable of translating growth opportunities into structured agreements and disciplined execution. Experience in arena operations, public-private partnerships, and high-traffic, event-driven environments is essential. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, adept at problem-solving, and have a strong focus on community connection, sustainability, and social impact, in line with the company's values. Hiring Manager Title President & Chief Executive Officer Functions - Operations - Business Development