Robert Cox

Experience

1. Interim Director of Operations and Facilities

   St. James\' Church

   Dec 2024 — Present · Manhattan, NY, US

   Provide leadership to the prestigious Madison Avenue Church staff and volunteers, overseeing operations and facilities for the 200 year old church and its properties.• Led and managed support services employees, strategically directing day-to-day administration, ensuring seamless office and facilities operations and cultivating a positive, productive work environment aligned with established office policies and procedures.• Developed and managed operating and capital budgets, ensuring stringent financial accountability and optimal resource use. Conducted periodic reviews of actual spend against budget, approved expenditures, and prepared forecast updates.• Selected local service providers, effectively negotiating contract terms and fostering strong vendor relationships. Performed periodic analysis of major vendor contracts, consistently seeking competitive bids to optimize costs.

Education

• Baruch College

  Coursework in Construction Project Management

• Auburn University

  Bachelor's degree

• Rutgers University

  Master's degree