Director of Facilities Operations

Director of Facilities Operations (Higher Education / IFM)
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus + Relocation Assistance

Elevate Your Career at a Prestigious Campus Environment

Are you a seasoned Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) leader with a track record of managing multi-million-dollar budgets and unionized teams? We are seeking a Director of Facilities Operations to lead the physical plant, grounds, custodial, and construction operations at Hobart and William Smith University.

This is a high-impact role partnering directly with C-suite stakeholders to maintain a safe, efficient, and world-class campus environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary & Full Benefits: Including 401(k) matching, medical/dental/vision, and tuition reimbursement.
• Strategic Impact: Manage a $9M annual operating budget and oversee major capital construction projects.
• Supportive Environment: Collaborative culture with relocation assistance provided for the right leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Direct all facilities operations, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, grounds keeping, and custodial services.
• Financial Stewardship: Manage an annual operating budget of up to $9M with a focus on financial controls, forecasting, and value optimization.
• Capital Project Management: Lead complex construction and renovation projects from inception to completion—on time and on budget.
• Relationship Management: Act as the primary liaison for C-suite executives and client-partners; influence technical decision-making and strategic planning.
• Team Development: Supervise a diverse, unionized workforce of skilled trades and frontline staff; oversee hiring, training, and performance management.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience: 5+ years of management experience in Facilities Operations or IFM.
• Leadership: 5+ years of experience leading multi-disciplinary teams (Physical Plant, Custodial, Construction).
• Education: Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent years of relevant experience).
• Budgeting: Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar ($5M+) operating or capital budgets.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in Higher Education or large campus-style institutions (Healthcare, Research Hubs).
• Demonstrated success managing Unionized Workforces.
• Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) and PM programs.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate operational data for executive stakeholders.

Ready to Lead?

If you are a strategic facilities professional who thrives in a complex, high-visibility environment, apply today to lead our team in Geneva, NY.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.