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Maria Gonzalez-Burgos

@mariagonzalezburgos

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Results-driven executive in facilities management and corporate real estate.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values innovation and fosters inclusive workplace cultures.

I am a results-driven executive with over 20 years of leadership experience in facilities operations and corporate real estate across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, energy, retail, and finance. My expertise lies in managing global operations, optimizing multimillion-dollar budgets, and implementing innovative workplace solutions that drive sustainability and efficiency. I am adept at mentoring emerging professionals and fostering inclusive workplace cultures, which has been instrumental in leading organizational transformation.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led facility operations across fourteen countries, developing standardized service models and optimizing real estate assets. I have directed budgets exceeding $15 million, ensuring financial transparency and cost optimization while aligning facilities strategy with corporate transformation goals. My commitment to innovation is evident through the deployment of IoT-driven predictive maintenance and drone-based monitoring initiatives, which have resulted in significant savings and improved asset lifecycle management.

As a licensed architect with extensive experience in building operations, I have managed nationwide branch expansions and corporate office openings, overseeing projects from initial design to construction supervision. I am passionate about championing workplace empowerment initiatives and advocating for diverse perspectives, which I believe are essential for equitable career progression in our industry.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Executive Director, Facilities Operations

Current

Sodexo

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Led corporate real estate and IFM facilities strategy across North and Latin America for the pharmaceutical industry. Managed a $15M+ budget, ensuring financial transparency and cost optimization.

Facilities Strategy Budget Management Cost Optimization

Director, Workplace Eng & Innovation

Sodexo

Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 11 months)

Directed space planning efforts, leading over 4,000 workspace transitions during corporate restructuring. Led pilot drone-based technology initiatives, advancing asset management strategies and financial savings.

Space Management Workspace Transition Drone Technology Asset Management Corporate Restructuring Savings

Facilities Engineering Operations Manager

Sodexo

Jan 2017 - Dec 2020 (3 years 11 months)

Managed a 1 million sq. ft. headquarters, overseeing facilities needs for over 1,000 employees. Introduced predictive maintenance solutions, integrating smart technologies for performance monitoring.

Facilities Management Predictive Maintenance Performance Monitoring Operations Management Employee Support

Strategic APM Project Manager

Sargenti Architects

Jan 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 11 months)

Led over 25 architecture projects, managing construction planning and compliance across Mexico and the U.S. Oversaw projects from initial design to construction supervision.

Construction Planning Compliance Project Management Design

Building Operations Manager

Bank Industry

Jan 2006 - Dec 2012 (6 years 11 months)

Managed nationwide branch expansion, successfully delivering over 150 corporate office openings. Oversaw projects from initial design to construction supervision.

Corporate Office Openings Project Delivery Design Building Operations

Facilities Manager, México & Central América

SAP

Jan 2008 - Dec 2010 (2 years 11 months)

Directed workplace operations, overseeing security and facilities services for Country Headquarters. Managed nationwide branch expansion, successfully delivering over 150 corporate office openings.

Workplace Operations Security Management Facilities Services Corporate Office Openings Project Delivery

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

CoreNet Global

QPCRE Credential, Corporate Real Estate

2025 - 2025

Obtained the QPCRE Credential from CoreNet Global in 2025. This credential signifies expertise in corporate real estate.

Cornell University

Leadership Management, Leadership Management

2023 - 2023

Completed a program in Leadership Management at Cornell University in 2023. This program focused on developing leadership skills.

OSHA

Certification, Occupational Safety and Health

2019 - 2019

Completed OSHA certification in 2019, focusing on occupational safety and health standards. This enhanced knowledge in workplace safety regulations.

ProFM

ProFM Credential, Facilities Management

2018 - 2018

Earned the ProFM Credential in 2018. This credential demonstrates professional competence in facilities management.

The Cooper Union

Building Operation & Maintenance, Building Operation & Maintenance

2015 - 2015

Studied Building Operation & Maintenance with a focus on EPA regulations at The Cooper Union in 2015. This program provided knowledge in sustainable building practices.

Universidad Marista

BS Architecture, Architecture

1997 - 2002

Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from Universidad Marista, Mexico in 2002. The curriculum covered architectural design, theory, and practice.