Director - Facilities Operations

Our ideal candidate brings 5+ years of IFM leadership experience, including hands‑on technical knowledge, team development skills, and a passion for maintaining beautiful, safe, and high‑performing educational environments. Relocation assistance is available, and the compensation will be competitive within the posted salary range.

• Lead and mentor a skilled team of trades and custodial professionals to ensure a well‑maintained and welcoming campus environment
• Foster strong relationships with school leadership and faculty by listening closely, communicating proactively, and delivering responsive service
• Oversee all aspects of facility operations, including preventive maintenance, capital planning, custodial services, and vendor management
• Manage and optimize the site’s operational budget, identifying cost‑effective and sustainable solutions
• Leverage your knowledge of Building Automation Systems (Trane preferred) to troubleshoot issues and continuously improve performance
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders to support events, seasonal needs, and long‑term planning initiatives

• Proven success managing a comprehensive facilities program in a school or similar campus setting
• Strong technical acumen, including mechanical systems and BAS, with a hands‑on approach when needed
• Experience developing and inspiring high‑performing facilities teams
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills across all levels, from skilled trades to school leadership
• A proactive mindset, focused on service excellence, continuous improvement, and aligning facilities strategy with the school’s mission
• Financial and operational expertise, including budget oversight, vendor contracts, and project execution.

The Director of Facilities Operations is responsible for directing facilities maintenance operations of building(s) and property at a single unit. The Director of Facilities Operations manages the preventative maintenance and reactive repair of skilled trades, e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical, utilities; and manages the hiring, training and supervision of staff, professionals and management. The Director of Facilities Operations manages a safe and efficient working environment, essential to the performance of the business.

The Director may oversee construction work and often manages other core Sodexo services, and/or logistics of business/operations services, e.g., grounds keeping, laundry, food, security, inventory, mail, concierge services.

• Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Basic Management Experience – 5 years
• Basic Functional Experience - 5 years.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of IFM leadership experience.
• Proven success managing a comprehensive facilities program in a school or similar campus setting.
• Experience developing and inspiring high‑performing facilities teams.
• 5 years of Management and Functional experience.