Executive Director of Facilities

Quinsigamond Community College

$140K — $150K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of facilities management experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
  • Experience in construction or trades management
  • Strong understanding of Massachusetts building codes and OSHA safety standards
  • In-depth knowledge of MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) and HVAC systems
  • Familiarity with ADA compliance and environmental regulatory requirements
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

  • Direct activities of the Facilities Department and its teams
  • Lead planning and maintenance of campus buildings and grounds
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
  • Interpret programs and policies for stakeholders
  • Provide recommendations for space allocation and support college needs
  • Negotiate and resolve issues with external organizations
  • Oversee construction project phases and maintain records

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours with a typical M-F schedule
  • 24/7 on-call availability for emergencies
  • Supportive work environment focused on collaboration and inclusiveness
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Engagement in a mission-driven educational setting
Full Job Description
Job Description:

General Statement

Responsible for overseeing maintenance and repairs of all buildings and land on main campus, including groundskeeping, refuse collection, snow removal, and sidewalks/roadways. Oversees renovations and new construction projects, maintenance and repairs, utilization of space, provision of utilities, and heavy equipment fleet. Provides members of the college community with a reliable and functional physical learning and work environment that supports the college's mission and objectives.

Supervision Received

Reports directly to the Vice President of Finance and Administration/CFO

Supervision Exercised

Supervises multiple shifts of approximately 40 employees comprised of professional staff, project managers, skilled trades, foremen, maintenance personnel, equipment operators, ground workers, and clerical staff

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Directs the activities of the Facilities Department, including projects, trades, utilities, custodial, and grounds teams
  • Leads the planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance of buildings, grounds and infrastructure; facilitates planned/programmed maintenance for all campus facilities
  • Ensures all facilities meet local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, ADA, fire/life safety) and manages emergency response protocols
  • Provides guidance on facilities matters and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities to internal and external stakeholders
  • Provides leadership and direction for the department and the College; works with administration and appropriate committees to identify the College's needs and provides support and recommendations for space allocation
  • Conducts effective negotiations and represents the College and the department in meetings with regulatory officials and outside organizations; navigates and resolves controversial issues
  • Oversees design, bid, and construction phases for approved projects, including coordination of projects with and between contractors, architects, engineers, equipment, vendors, and facilities staff; maintains digital blueprints, building plans, and other construction records
  • Develops code compliant specifications and standards for in-house projects
  • Plans, assigns and directs the work of management, supervisory, professional, and technical personnel; accounts for weather, seasonal workloads, scheduled college events and emergencies
  • Organizes and prioritizes available resources for the maintenance, improvement, and repair of college facilities, infrastructure, and equipment; compiles estimates, contract provisions, and specifications
  • Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect College or departmental operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required
  • Oversees all purchasing and procurement procedures for the department
  • Establishes an operating budget that is responsive to the daily maintenance needs of the college and adequately forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, supplies, and critical repairs
  • Facilitates the procurement and implementation of college maintenance contracts (e.g. emergency generators, plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, maintenance vehicles, and horticultural projects, etc.)
  • Develops estimates and controls costs for construction and landscape projects
  • Manages, monitors, and controls campus systems through the Building Management System (BMS)
  • Supervises and schedules repairs and preventative maintenance for all building systems
  • Utilizes the state, centralized platform Capital Asset Management Information System (CAMIS) to track preventive/corrective maintenance and manage capital planning, deferred maintenance/critical repairs, and facilities work orders
  • Supervises the work management system to respond to requests from the College community for facilities services
  • Serves as the state designated Health and Trenching Safety Officer for the college and performs the required functions
  • Selects, trains, motivates, and directs department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities
  • Administers the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement in a fair and consistent manner
  • Supervises scheduling of AFSCME employee overtime assignments
  • Works actively with other areas of the college to ensure a spirit of college wide collaboration, collegiality, civility, and teamwork. Respects the function of dissent in an academic institution while advancing a collegial atmosphere of campus collaboration.
  • Embraces the ideals of diversity and inclusiveness and supports the equal rights of all people by advancing the understanding and appreciation of differences including age, race, gender, ability, religious convictions, socio-economic status, ethnic heritage, or sexual orientation
  • Provides flexible, responsive and high-quality service to all, be they students, community, or staff, and continuously assesses processes and procedures and revises accordingly
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications
  • 5 years Facilities management experience with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
  • Construction/Trades management experience
  • Knowledge of Massachusetts building codes/OSHA Safety Standards
  • Deep understanding of MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) and HVAC, systems.
  • Knowledge of ADA compliance
  • Knowledge of environmental regulatory requirements
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications
  • 6+ years Facilities management experience or bachelor's degree in related field
  • Engineering or Project Management background
  • Experience in a unionized environment
  • Experience with space planning
  • CAD proficiency
  • Experience in Higher Education
  • Building/Energy Management & automation systems experience
  • Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO)
  • Experience with DCAMM (Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance) procedures
  • Experience with CAMIS (Capital Asset Management Information System) or equivalent Facilities Work order system

Application Instructions:

$140,000 - $150,000 annually with actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience. Typical M-F 37.5 hours with 24/7 on call availability for emergencies.

Must be available for extended hours, overnight response, and emergency management during weather-related incidents, campus emergencies, and other operational disruptions.

Visit our Web Site at www.qcc.edu/human-resources for information about our positions.

All applicants must apply online by submitting:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Equivalency Statement
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Quinsigamond Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you don't have access to a computer, please visit Human Resources Office Monday- Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm.

Quinsigamond Community College understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office 508-854-2883 or [email protected].

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