Director 3 - Facilities Operations Greenwich, CT Experience level: Director Experience required: 5 Years Education level: Bachelors degree Job function: Management Industry: Hospital & Health Care Compensation: Total position: 1 Relocation assistance: Yes Visa sponsorship eligibility: No 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. 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 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 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 schools 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 Sodexo services, and/or logistics of business/operations services, e.g., grounds keeping, laundry, food, security, inventory, mail, concierge services. Basic Qualifications & Requirements • Basic Education Requirement - Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience • Basic Management Experience 5 years • Basic Functional Experience - 5 years. MUST HAVE • Bachelors 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.