Director of Facilities

Position Summary

The Director of Facilities provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the planning, maintenance, operation, and sustainability of the university’s physical assets. This role ensures that campus facilities support the institution’s academic, research, residential, and administrative missions in a safe, efficient, and cost‑effective manner. The Director oversees facilities management functions including maintenance, utilities, Plumbing, Electrical and HVAC departments.

Reports to: Chief Facilities Officer

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Leadership

• Develop and implement short‑ and long‑term facilities strategies aligned with the university’s strategic plan.
• Lead master planning efforts, space utilization strategies, and deferred maintenance planning.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Facilities Operations & Maintenance

• Direct daily operations for building systems, utilities, maintenance, custodial and manger work order system
• Ensure facilities are maintained to support academic excellence, student life, and research activities.
• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize asset life and reliability.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate disaster preparedness and recovery efforts.

Budget & Financial Management

• Develop and manage operating budgets for facilities operations.
• Monitor expenditures, forecast financial needs, and identify cost‑saving and efficiency opportunities.
• Participate in life‑cycle cost analysis.

Compliance, Safety & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including building codes, fire and life safety, environmental health, and accessibility (ADA).
• Partner with Environmental Health & Safety, Risk Management, and Campus Police to maintain a safe campus environment.
• Support accreditation and audit processes related to facilities.

Sustainability & Energy Management

• Lead or support sustainability initiatives related to energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and carbon reduction goals.
• Oversee energy management programs and utility consumption tracking.

Personnel Management

• Recruit, develop, and manage professional, technical, and supervisory staff.
• Establish performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and support training and career development.
• Foster positive labor relations and ensure compliance with HR policies and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a primary point of contact for academic leaders, students, and administrative departments regarding facilities needs.
• Communicate effectively with campus stakeholders on projects, disruptions, and service levels.
• Represent the university in professional organizations and external partnerships as appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, preferably in higher education or a complex institutional environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing large, diverse facilities portfolios and teams.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance practices, capital planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven budget management and financial planning experience.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in blueprint reading, Microsoft Word/Excel and building management software systems. 

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work is primarily performed in an office setting with frequent visits mechanical rooms, and campus facilities.
• Occasional afterhours, weekend, or emergency response may be required.
• Considered essential personnel on inclement weather days