Director of Facilities will lead our partnership at a renowned K-12 independent school in Greenwich, CT. This is a high-visibility leadership role responsible for delivering best-in-class integrated facilities management (IFM) services while aligning with the school’s mission of excellence and care for its students, faculty, and historic campus.
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.
What You'll Do:
- 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
What You Bring:
- 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.
Position Summary
- 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 services, and/or logistics of business/operations services, e.g., grounds keeping, laundry, food, security, inventory, mail, concierge services.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications & Requirements
- Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- Basic Management Experience – 5 years
- Basic Functional Experience - 5 years.
MUST HAVE
- 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.
Benefits
- 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.