Samual D. Horton
San Francisco
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Facilities Management Executive with over a decade of progressive experience in optimizing large-scale operations, strategic leadership, and driving organizational excellence. Currently leading Soft Services programs for a 14 million square foot portfolio at Google, managing a $70 million budget, and directing a team of 30 professionals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vendor Management Lead - JLL@Google
JLL
02.2025 - Current
- Strategically lead and optimize Soft Services programs for a vast 14 million square foot portfolio, encompassing Janitorial, Living Environments, Fleet Management, Office Supplies, Shipping & Receiving, and Reception Services, resulting in improved operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Effectively manage and allocate a substantial $70 million annual budget, consistently achieving cost savings while maintaining high-quality service standards across all program areas.
- Provide dynamic leadership to a diverse team of 30 professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, implementing performance improvement initiatives, and driving continuous professional development, resulting in enhanced team productivity and reduced turnover.
Regional Facilities Manager - JLL@Google
JLL
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Directed a team of approximately 90 individuals, enhancing performance of $38MM account.
- Collaborated on strategic initiatives aligning with regional and corporate objectives.
- Fostered high-performing culture through coaching and mentoring team members.
- Managed $38MM budget, optimizing resource allocation and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Ensured operational excellence through effective facilities management and maintenance practices.
- Streamlined mailroom operations for improved delivery efficiency.
- Oversaw workplace experience initiatives to promote positive work environment.
- Led small-scale renovation projects on time, within budget, exceeding quality standards.
Director of Facilities Management
Fairlawn Real Estate
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Established a new Facilities Management Department which included the development of new policies and procedures, process improvements, and operational-based standards.
- Led the centralized maintenance department in Central Illinois which provides IFM services for ~2500 units of residential, commercial, and multifamily properties.
- Assumed responsibility for $3.25M P&L, developed strategic plans surrounding growth initiatives and performed operations improvements.
- Responsible for performing property condition assessments and developing and executing a 10-year capital plan for all owned commercial and multi-family assets.
- Managed all building technology company-wide which includes security cameras, access control, and internet.
Regional Facilities Manager
State of Illinois - Department of Central Management Services
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Provide direct facilities oversight for 380 facilities encompassing 9.7 million square feet across central and southern Illinois.
- Hold full accountability for all facility operations functions, including customer service, plant operations, property management, grounds, moves and relocations, as well as capital improvements and repairs.
- Provide maintenance staff and oversight for two State Fairgrounds with 205 facilities and structures which cover 2.3 million sq ft over 1900 acres.
- Serve as an advisor to Department of Agriculture providing recommendations on projects, operations, and building conditions.
- Provide leadership, staff development, and direction to a team of 9 Facility Managers with 200 professional and technical reports.
East Central Facilities Manager
State of Illinois
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Responsible for managing a portfolio of 42 facilities within the organization. Areas of responsibility include customer service, plant operations, property management, grounds, moves and relocations, as well as capital improvements and repairs.
- Supervised and managed 5 direct report employees under 2 separate collective bargaining unit agreements.
- Provided expertise and guidance to state agencies during COVID-19 to ensure continuity of operations. Areas of support included facility and process assessments.
- Performed site surveys of existing facilities and equipment to capture and report current condition and develop repair and maintenance scopes of work.
Facilities Representative II
Health Care Service Corporation
07.2017 - 02.2020
- Directed facilities operations for 2 facilities encompassing safety, capital improvements, and maintenance.
- Planned, developed, and executed the 10-year capital replacement plan for assigned facilities.
- Developed data collection process and established key performance indicators to benchmark site survey results for 62 facilities.
- Served as a regional representative on the sustainability, technology, and data governance teams.
- Implemented a computerized maintenance management system and served as system administrator for all properties across 5 states.
Process Engineer
Flex-N-Gate
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Managed diverse facility construction projects, including preparation and specification, data gathering, estimations, selecting and coordinating vendors and contractors.
- Orchestrated energy initiatives and collaborated with Ameren Illinois for retro commissioning incentive programs.
- Analyzed and reengineered space to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Directed continuous improvement initiatives resulting in a 6-month savings of $865,606.32.
Junior Engineer
Flex-N-Gate
06.2012 - 02.2016
- Managed all aspects of facility projects and facility planning activities for the construction, repair, replacement, and renovation of facilities, equipment, systems, and buildings.
- Developed and standardized project management documentation to establish efficient and systematic processes.
- Supervised a staff of 11 full time employees.
- Managed the facility industrial painting program. Developed sourcing plan for painting services resulting in an annual cost savings of 20%.
- Managed forklift fleet maintenance, repair, and procurement. Developed and implemented a preventive maintenance program which reduced unscheduled downtime.
Production Associate
Flex-N-Gate
08.2011 - 06.2012
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management And Applied Engineering
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale12-2016
Associate of Science - Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Danville Area Community College
Danville05-2013
Skills
Matrix Management
Building High-Performing Teams
Operations & Maintenance
Vendor Management
Certification
Facility Management Professional (FMP)
Sustainable Facility Professional (SFP)
Remote Pilot - Unmanned Aerial Systems
Lean Six Sigma
OSHA 10-Hour
Timeline
Vendor Management Lead - JLL@Google
JLL
02.2025 - Current
Regional Facilities Manager - JLL@Google
JLL
01.2024 - 02.2025
Director of Facilities Management
Fairlawn Real Estate
01.2022 - 01.2024
Regional Facilities Manager
State of Illinois - Department of Central Management Services
12.2020 - 01.2022
East Central Facilities Manager
State of Illinois
02.2020 - 12.2020
Facilities Representative II
Health Care Service Corporation
07.2017 - 02.2020
Process Engineer
Flex-N-Gate
02.2016 - 07.2017
Junior Engineer
Flex-N-Gate
06.2012 - 02.2016
Production Associate
Flex-N-Gate
08.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management And Applied Engineering
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Associate of Science - Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Danville Area Community College
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