Director 3 - Facilities Operations

Role Overview

Sodexo K12 is hiring our polished, community‑minded Director of Facilities Engineering & Operations  Adlai Stevenson High School, one of Illinois’ premier public high schools to lead a large, high‑performing Integrated Facilities Management program. This role oversees a 1.2 million‑square‑foot campus that includes two connected high schools, a swimming complex, synthetic athletic turf, and extensive academic and community spaces. Our ideal leader brings strong operational oversight, exceptional communication skills, and the presence to engage confidently with district leadership, high‑profile parents, and community stakeholders. This is a highly visible role in a district that values professionalism, stability, and a deep sense of community involvement.

Incentives

What You'll Do

• Lead a team of ~6 managers and 110 non‑union facilities team members across maintenance, custodial, and grounds operations for a 1.2M sq ft campus.
• Serve as the primary liaison to district leadership, including the Superintendent, CEO, CFO, and present to the Board of Education, delivering polished updates and presentations.
• Oversee mechanical systems, custodial programs, groundskeeping, capital projects, and construction activities while ensuring compliance, safety, and operational excellence.
• Build strong relationships with parents, community leaders, and school stakeholders; maintain a visible presence at school events, including athletic games.
• Drive a culture of professionalism, accountability, and service excellence while adapting to shifting priorities and diverse personalities within the school community.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Extensive experience in Facilities Management with strong working knowledge of mechanical systems, custodial operations, and groundskeeping
• Polished leadership presence with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, from frontline staff to high‑profile community members and the Board of Education.
• Proven project management and construction oversight experience, including capital planning and vendor coordination.
• Customer‑oriented mindset with demonstrated success navigating complex organizational structures and senior‑level personalities.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; candidates without a degree must demonstrate strong qualifications, stability, and longevity in previous roles.
• Experience with FMX or other CMMS systems

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience – 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience – 5 years