Traci Benson

About Traci Benson

I am a results-driven Facilities Management Leader with a proven record of driving strategic initiatives and leading complex projects that enhance operational excellence and workplace performance. With extensive experience across both pharmaceutical lab and office environments, I bring a balanced perspective to long-term planning, team leadership, and daily operations that align with organizational objectives.As a key member of the COVID-19 response team, I helped guide business continuity and workplace safety initiatives during the pandemic. During this time, I also successfully completed a SF tenant improvement project and building move, demonstrating the ability to deliver large-scale results under challenging conditions. Additionally, I have led space consolidation efforts and secured subtenants to optimize portfolio performance and reduce real estate costs.I partner with all levels of the organization and cross-functional teams, working closely with executives to support strategic goals and create an efficient, safe, and inspiring workplace that enable team members to thrive and succeed.Core Competencies:• Strategic & Tactical Space Planning• Tenant Improvements, Construction & Restack Projects• Move Management & Site Decommissioning• Real Estate Portfolio & Lease Management• Vendor Management & Procurement Oversight• Budget Development, Forecasting & Financial Stewardship• Emergency Preparedness, Safety & Security Programs• Crisis Management & Business Continuity Planning• CAFM/IWMS, Mass Communication, and Visitor Management Systems On-boarding and Administration• Workplace Strategy & Employee Experience• Contract Negotiation & RFP Management• Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF & E) Planning, repair & Maintenance• Regulatory Compliance & Safety Standards (OSHA, IIPP, Ergonomics, etc.)• Project Management• Process Improvement & Organizational Efficiency

Experience

1. Senior Director, Site Facilities Operations

   Travere Therapeutics

   Sep 2021 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

   I am comfortable working in-office or in a hybrid work environment.

Education

• San Diego State University-California State University

  Bachelor's Degree

Skills

• Move Coordination
• Process Improvement
• Building Services
• Vendor Management
• Autocad
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Gmp
• Visio
• Tenant Improvement
• Facilities Management
• Decommissioning
• Change Control
• Move Management
• Contract Management
• Strategic Planning
• Biotechnology
• Project Management
• Move Planning
• Operational Excellence
• Leadership
• Online Auctions
• Budgets
• Contract Negotiation
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Space Planning