Director of Facilities and Engineering
Core
Lead all arena building systems (HVAC, BAS, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety) and central plant operations for a major live events venue.
Role type
Director of Facilities and Engineering
Builds
Reliable, safe, and energy-efficient infrastructure for large-scale events (basketball games, concerts) and daily venue operations.
Domain
Live events and venues / Building Operations
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
HVAC systems, central plant operations, Building Automation Systems (BAS), electrical systems, plumbing, fire/life safety, preventative maintenance, vendor management, capital projects, budget management, team leadership
Preferred skills
Large-scale commercial venue experience, CMMS platforms, bilingual English/Spanish
Technologies
BAS, CMMS platforms
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight of all arena building systems; Serve as technical lead for central plant operations; Oversee operation and optimization of the Building Automation System (BAS); Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex mechanical and infrastructure issues; Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs; Ensure facility readiness for all events; Lead initiatives to improve system performance, energy efficiency, and operational reliability; Partner on long-term infrastructure planning, capital projects, and lifecycle management; Lead and manage facilities engineering staff; Establish safety committee and monthly meetings; Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and external engineering partners; Ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA regulations, and building codes; Support emergency response planning and lead infrastructure-related incident response; Monitor departmental budgets, maintenance costs, and operational efficiencies.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & hands-on technical oversight
