Facilities Maintenance Director

Job Summary
The Director of Facilities position oversees all aspects of maintenance, repair, renovation, capital planning, and long-term management of the Town’s municipal and school buildings. Working closely with the Director of Public Works, Superintendent of Schools, Planning & Community Development, Town leadership, and relevant committees, the Director will ensure that Braintree’s facilities are safe, efficient, well-maintained, and positioned to meet the community’s needs for years to come.

The Director of Facilities plays a key role in capital project planning, contractor oversight, budgeting, and compliance with Massachusetts public procurement laws. This position also serves as a resource for energy efficiency, safety, accessibility, and operational improvements across all Town and School facilities.

Work requires frequent strenuous physical effort and is performed under varying weather conditions and various working locations.

Must be detailed and safety orientated to avoid errors that could result in injuries to persons and property both public and private.

• Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the Facilities Division, including municipal building maintenance, custodial operations, and building systems management for all Town and School facilities.
• Provide comprehensive oversight and guidance on routine facility maintenance, encompassing sanitation standards for public buildings and the effective upkeep of installed equipment.
• Makes site visits to all municipal buildings to ensure all systems are working properly and are in acceptable operating conditions.
• Establish and manage preventive maintenance programs to extend the life of Town and School assets, minimize downtime, and control long-term costs.
• Manage facility-related work order systems, ensuring timely and efficient response to maintenance needs.
• Ensure that municipal buildings are facilities operates in accordance with applicable law, including but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Develop short- and long-range facility improvement plans, including the annual operating budget and multi-year capital plan.
• Prepare specifications, solicit bids, evaluate proposals, and award contracts in compliance with Massachusetts public procurement and construction laws (M.G.L. c. 30B, c. 149, c. 149A, and c. 30 §39M).
• Oversee and inspect contractor work, ensuring adherence to project timelines, specifications, and budgets.
• Coordinate with the School Department, Town leadership, and various boards/committees to align facility plans with community needs.
• Initiate, maintain and optimize Town-wide contracts for facility-related services where economies of scale can be achieved.
• Support collective bargaining processes as they relate to facilities operations and ensure adherence to all union agreements.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting for budgets, projects, maintenance schedules, and compliance requirements.
• Represent the Town at meetings with boards, committees, and outside agencies as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Strong working knowledge of Massachusetts public procurement and construction laws.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage operating and capital budgets.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale facility maintenance programs and capital improvement projects.
• Trained in contract negotiation, vendor management, and project oversight.
• Ability to foster collaboration between municipal, school, and community stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, decision-making, and time management skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Public Administration, Construction Management, or a related field.
• At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in facility management, construction, or public works operations, including at least five (5) years in a supervisory role. Experience with payroll is essential.
• Class D license or other job-related specific licenses and/or certifications.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate to strenuous physical effort is required to perform duties. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, speak and hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift or move objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Vision requirements include the ability to conduct visual inspections of facilities, read documents and plans, operate a motor vehicle, and use tools and equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $118,106.67 - $140,964.27 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $118,107 - $140,964