Director 3 - Facilities Operations at KLM Careers in Greenwich, Connecticut, United States

Job description

• Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Director of Facilities to lead our partnership at Greenwich Academy, 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 Academys 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.
• On Campus Apartment living required per the client, 2nd floor apartment located above the facilities maintenance shop.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 sites 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.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.
• 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 schools mission.
• Financial and operational expertise, including budget oversight, vendor contracts, and project execution.
• Basic Education Requirement - Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
• Basic Management Experience 5 years
• Basic Functional Experience - 5 years.
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of IFM leadership experience.
• Experience in comprehensive facilities program in a school or similar campus setting.
• Experience developing and inspiring high-performing facilities teams.
• Experience in directing facilities maintenance operations of building(s) and property at a single unit.
• Experience in mechanical systems and BAS.
• On Campus Apartment living required per the client, 2nd floor apartment located above the facilities maintenance shop.
• 1. Do you have a Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience.
• 2. Do you have 5+ years of IFM leadership experience.
• 3. Do you have Experience in compensive facilities program in a school or similar campus setting.
• 4. Do you have Experience developing and inspiring high-performing facilities teams.
• 5. Do you have Experience in directing facilities maintenance operations of building(s) and property at a single unit.
• 6. Do you have Experience in mechanical systems and BAS.
• 7. Are you ok with On Campus Apartment living required per the client, 2nd floor apartment located above the facilities maintenance shop.
• 8. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

Skills

Required

• 5+ years of IFM leadership experience
• Experience in mechanical systems and BAS

Preferred

• Trane Building Automation Systems