Director 2 - Facilities Operations

Sodexo

$120K — $155K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 5-7 years of management experience
  • 5-7 years of related experience
  • Proven leadership in complex facilities operations (HVAC, electrical, plumbing)
  • Expertise in construction projects and long-term infrastructure planning
  • Strong financial acumen including budget and resource management
  • Exceptional communication skills for stakeholder engagement

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of facilities operations, ensuring optimal performance
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams in high-impact environments
  • Drive strategic improvements in safety, efficiency, and compliance
  • Manage operational budgets and align facilities strategy with organizational goals
  • Evaluate performance and make hiring decisions for team members
  • Influence and negotiate with various organizational stakeholders
  • Play a key role in construction planning and infrastructure upgrades

Benefits

  • Lead large-scale facilities operations impacting safety and business continuity
  • Build high-performing teams fostering accountability and development
  • Gain visibility and collaboration with senior stakeholders
  • Thrive in a purpose-driven environment rewarding leadership and precision
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision care
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Career growth opportunities and tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
About the job

In this senior leadership role, you'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of facilities operations, from skilled trades and maintenance programs to staffing, safety, and compliance, across complex, high-impact environments. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure optimal building performance, and partner with internal stakeholders to drive strategic improvements and operational excellence.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $120190 - $155540

Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary

What's in it for you
  • Lead large-scale facilities operations where your decisions directly impact safety, efficiency, and business continuity.
  • Influence strategy and drive innovation by overseeing key infrastructure systems and service delivery.
  • Build and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, development, and technical excellence.
  • Play a pivotal role in construction planning, system upgrades, and long-term asset preservation.
  • Gain visibility and collaboration opportunities with senior stakeholders across a broad operational landscape.
  • Manage operational budgets and resources while aligning facilities strategy with organizational goals.
  • Thrive in a purpose-driven environment that rewards leadership, problem-solving, and operational precision.


What you'll bring
  • Proven experience leading complex facilities operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and utility systems.
  • Leadership skills with the skillset to manage, mentor, and inspire both frontline teams and management staff.
  • Expertise in overseeing construction projects, capital improvements, and long- term infrastructure planning.
  • Financial acumen, with experience managing budgets, contracts, and resource allocation.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills to drive alignment and operational success across diverse teams.


Requirements
  • Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Management Experience: 5-7 years
  • Related Experience: 5-7 years


What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
  • 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

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

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