Facilities Director
We are seeking an experienced Facilities Director to lead a comprehensive Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) operation within a higher education environment. This executive leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, strategic planning, financial performance, and long-term facilities management initiatives across a complex campus portfolio.
The Facilities Director will oversee a large, multi-disciplinary facilities organization and serve as the primary liaison with university leadership, collaborating closely with senior administrators and key stakeholders to support institutional goals, campus operations, and long-range capital planning initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the senior facilities leader and strategic partner to university leadership
- Oversee all aspects of Integrated Facilities Management operations, including: Physical plant operations, Custodial services, Grounds management, Environmental health & safety, Energy management, Construction, and renovation projects
- Lead operating and capital budget management, including forecasting, financial controls, and contract compliance
- Develop long-term asset management and capital improvement strategies
- Ensure safe, efficient, and high-performing campus facilities and infrastructure
- Direct construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects from planning through completion
- Build strong relationships with executive leadership, faculty, staff, students, and union representatives
- Lead and develop high-performing teams within a complex operational environment
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, operational efficiency, and sustainability efforts
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
- 10+ years of leadership experience in facilities management, large-scale operations, or higher education environments preferred
- Strong financial management experience overseeing multi-million-dollar operating and capital budgets
- Proven ability to collaborate with executive leadership and manage unionized workforces
- Deep understanding of facilities operations, construction management, asset management, and sustainability practices
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated success leading complex operations and driving organizational change
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