Associate Managing Director, Technical Services Energy & Utilities Team at Texas Tech University

Another Source's client, Texas Tech University, is recruiting an Associate Managing Director, Technical Services, Energy & Utilities to join their team onsite in Lubbock, Texas.

This is a fully onsite leadership role on a vibrant and growing campus. Relocation support is available for this role, come join the Red Raiders!

Here's a little about Texas Tech University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 institution recognized for very high research activity and impact. With more than 40,000 students across 10 colleges, along with schools of law and veterinary medicine, Texas Tech serves as the flagship institution of a system committed to advancing education, research, and economic development across Texas and beyond.

Located in Lubbock, known as the “Hub City,” the university sits on a beautiful 1,850 acre campus in a thriving and affordable community of over 300,000 residents. The region offers a unique blend of culture, music, arts, and accessibility to major cities like Dallas and Austin.

Texas Tech is also a fun and engaging place to work. Employees enjoy access to Red Raider athletics, cultural performances, museums, and campus amenities, along with recognition as one of the nation’s “Top Energy Saving Campuses.” The institution prioritizes employee well-being with strong health programs, recreational facilities, and support resources.

Learn more about working at Texas Tech: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/workattexastech/

About this role:

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity supporting the backbone of a major research university’s infrastructure. As Texas Tech continues to expand its research enterprise and pursue AAU aspirations, the reliability, efficiency, and innovation of its utilities systems are more critical than ever.

The Associate Managing Director serves as a key leader within the Operations Division and the operational right hand to the Senior Managing Director, overseeing complex utility systems that power the university’s academic, research, and campus life environments. Reporting to senior leadership and managing a large technical team, this role provides day-to-day leadership of plant operations while contributing to long-term strategy, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This is not a hands-on operator role, but a leadership position responsible for guiding teams, informing decisions, and helping shape the future direction of utilities operations at Texas Tech. Success in this role will come from building strong relationships with the team, bringing forward thoughtful ideas, and driving both day-to-day execution and long-term improvements across the operation.

Why This Role is Unique

• Opportunity to lead operations supporting a rapidly growing R1 research university
• Direct impact on critical infrastructure that powers academic, research, and campus life
• Ability to shape and improve a large-scale utilities operation during a period of growth and transformation
• Visibility and partnership with senior leadership on strategic initiatives
• Long-term career growth aligned with campus expansion and increased complexity

Scope & Impact

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for central and satellite utility plants, including steam, chilled water, RO water, compressed air, and gas systems
• Oversee two central heating and cooling plants, satellite facilities, and campus wide distribution networks
• Lead and develop a team of 40 plus professionals across instrumentation and plant maintenance
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Co-manage an annual operating budget exceeding $20 million, driving cost efficiency and sustainability
• Establish KPIs, SOPs, and performance metrics aligned with university goals
• Direct maintenance, repairs, capital improvements, and long-term asset planning
• Partner with planning, design, and construction teams on major capital projects
• Serve as a technical advisor on infrastructure investments and lifecycle planning
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, safety, and regulatory standards
• Act as liaison with regulatory agencies and oversee audits and risk management programs
• Lead emergency response coordination and serve on leadership on call rotation
• Build strong partnerships across campus stakeholders, vendors, and leadership teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in utilities, energy services, or similar complex environments
• Deep technical knowledge of central utility systems including steam, chilled water, RO or deionized water, HVAC, controls, and mechanical systems
• Experience managing large scale infrastructure operations and maintenance programs
• Demonstrated leadership in team development, performance management, and organizational planning
• Strong analytical and decision making capabilities in complex operational environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer license in Texas
• 5 plus years of leadership experience in higher education or research environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior leadership and diverse stakeholders
• Experience with large scale system commissioning, capital planning, and continuous improvement initiatives

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $106,000 to $120,000 annually depending on experience.

Texas Tech offers a robust benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plans as a state institution
• Access to recreational facilities, fitness programs, and wellness initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
• Discounts on athletics tickets, golf memberships, and campus arts programming
• A dynamic campus environment with cultural events, performances, and community engagement opportunities

Learn more about benefits: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/workattexastech/

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