James Hawkins

Director of Workplace Solutions and Meetings Managment @Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)

Washington, DC, US

Oversee the strategic direction and management of Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) real property, space planning, and emergency preparedness framework; conference, meetings, and travel logistics; sustainability commitment framework; and shared administrative services and support.Administrative ServicesSupport personnel across the organization to efficiently complete mission-aligned work by delivering reliable, expert administrative services, which includes but is not limited to managing facilities, office access, hybrid work environment, PCORI reception, and parking.(Matrix Team)Real Property Management and SustainabilityOversees operational finances, fixed assets, property leases, construction, and space planning.Manages and maintains PCORI\'s physical spaces (e.g, conference center, offices, etc.) and associated property. Direct and implement PCORI\'s sustainability strategy with a focus on enhancements to building and physical office spaces, waste reduction, and energy conservation. Occupational Health and Safety ServicesImplement security protocols, manages hybrid workplace environment, ensures compliance with fireand life safety requirements.Oversee the business continuity planning and mitigation.Ensure PCORI\'s commitment to DEI by creating and maintaining spaces that are welcoming, inclusive, and support diversity and equity in the workplace.Support ServicesManage shared administrative services staff, ensure the administrative staff complies with appropriate policies and procedures.Meeting and Event ServicesOversight of the logistics (e.g, travel, lodging, visitor access, audiovisual equipment, catering, etc.) for PCORI-related meetings and events (e.g, conferences, workshops, training, etc.) for onsite and offsite locations in line with external and internal policies.