Director of Facilities - Operations
Core
Provide operational and technical leadership for all facilities management functions at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, ensuring campus safety, efficiency, and sustainability across 252,737 sq ft of owned and leased properties.
Role type
Senior IC facilities director (operations & project management)
Builds
Campus infrastructure, MEP systems, sustainability initiatives, and emergency preparedness protocols
Domain
Higher education facilities management
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
MEP systems expertise, budget management, contract negotiation, vendor oversight, project planning, regulatory compliance, team leadership, sustainability strategy, emergency response planning, accessibility compliance
Preferred skills
Advanced degree, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, energy management
Technologies
Work order management systems, campus renewal databases, energy monitoring tools
Responsibilities
Oversee MEP and life safety systems performance; manage annual operating budget and service contracts; lead system upgrades and capital project coordination; develop energy management and sustainability strategies; ensure ADA compliance and emergency preparedness; manage facilities team and performance metrics
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC