Director, Facilities & Engineering

Overview

The Miami Marlins are seeking a Director, Facilities & Engineering to lead the operation, reliability, and performance of all building systems at loanDepot park. This role is responsible for overseeing engineering and facilities operations across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety systems, and Building Automation Systems (BAS).

This leader will serve as the organization’s subject matter expert for stadium infrastructure, including central plant operations and building controls, while ensuring all systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably to support Major League Baseball games, concerts, and year-round events.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of all stadium building systems, including HVAC, BAS, electrical, plumbing, and fire/life safety systems
• Serve as the technical lead for central plant operations, including chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, pumps, and controls
• Oversee operation and optimization of the Building Automation System (BAS) and facility monitoring systems
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex mechanical and infrastructure issues
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs to ensure system reliability and performance
• Ensure facility readiness for all events, including MLB games, concerts, and special events
• Maintain proper environmental conditions across all stadium spaces, including suites, concourses, and player areas
• Lead initiatives to improve system performance, energy efficiency, and operational reliability
• Partner on long-term infrastructure planning, capital projects, and lifecycle management of major systems
• Oversee facility upgrades, renovations, and capital improvement projects
• Lead, develop, and manage facilities engineering staff, including managers, technicians, and operators
• Establish staffing plans, training programs, and performance expectations
• Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and external engineering partners
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA regulations, and building codes
• Support emergency response planning and lead infrastructure-related incident response
• Monitor departmental budgets, maintenance costs, and operational efficiencies
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 10–15 years of experience in facilities, engineering, or building operations
• Experience in large-scale commercial or complex venues such as stadiums, airports, hospitals, or entertainment facilities preferred
• Strong technical expertise in HVAC systems, central plant operations, and Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and fire/life safety systems
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs, CMMS platforms, and vendor management
• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams
• Experience managing budgets, contracts, and capital projects
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.