Facilities Engineering Manager – Infrastructure & Projects

Application Process

Application Process This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Universities operate like small cities, with many building types and user groups. In your cover letter, please share what about this environment motivates you to work at a university and how it would shape your approach to infrastructure reliability and customer service.

Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Evidence of degree(s) or certificate(s) and/or license(s) required at time of hire.

Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Facilities Operations (DFO), the Facilities Engineering Manager – Infrastructure and Projects (FEM) serves as the University’s strategic lead for campus-wide utility infrastructure, energy and water systems, engineering compliance, and regulatory standards. This position provides comprehensive leadership and oversight of the planning, operation, maintenance, and compliance of critical infrastructure systems, including the central plant, domestic and reclaimed water systems, fire/life safety infrastructure, and campus-wide utility distribution networks.

The incumbent is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of electricity, heating, cooling, and water services across the University, this includes, but is not limited to, managing internal skilled trades, directing external service providers, and maintaining full regulatory alignment with local, state, and federal agencies. The role serves as a key institutional liaison and collaborates extensively with campus departments and senior leadership to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions and ensure long-term operational resilience and regulatory alignment.

Key Qualifications This position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, along with 5 years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience. Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. The incumbent must possess demonstrated experience in water system operations, including knowledge of the tasks, responsibilities, and compliance requirements typically associated with a water distribution operator.

Understanding and experience of commercial kitchen equipment is preferred. Intermediate proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of work control systems such MetaBIM and People Soft preferred. The incumbent must possess and/or obtain and thereafter maintain a California Driver’s License valid for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required to maintain and operate.

Salary and Benefits Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $9,000 to $10,420 a month. This position is a member of the Management Personnel Plan and serves at the pleasure of the President. This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave.

In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer. A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

Supplemental Information Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and…