Explore Director of Facilities Jobs

Directors of Facilities oversee the buildings, infrastructure, and services that help organizations operate safely and efficiently. They guide facilities strategy, manage teams and vendors, and ensure workplaces meet operational, financial, and regulatory requirements. Explore Director of Facilities opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Facilities Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, industry, and portfolio size. Common duties include planning maintenance and capital improvements, managing operating budgets, coordinating building systems and workplace services, and setting standards for safety, security, and business continuity. Directors may also lead sustainability initiatives, space planning, vendor relationships, and facilities teams across multiple sites.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in facilities management, building operations, or corporate real estate, along with a record of leading teams and complex projects. A bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management, business, or a related field may be preferred; some roles value relevant certifications. Useful skills include budgeting, project management, contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, communication, and familiarity with building management systems.

Career Outlook and Opportunities

Director-level facilities roles are available across sectors such as healthcare, technology, education, manufacturing, commercial real estate, and financial services. The scope can range from a single large campus to a distributed, multi-site portfolio. Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, organization size, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional positions with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore senior facilities leadership opportunities.

Find Your Next Facilities Leadership Role

Use Ladders to search Director of Facilities openings by location and employer, compare role requirements, and identify opportunities that match your leadership experience. Tailor your résumé to highlight measurable results in operational performance, cost control, safety, capital projects, and team development.

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$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by optimizing HVAC and mechanical systems across a diverse portfolio of facilities. Collaborate with construction teams to enhance building performance and ensure safety a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$87K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing facility operations and maintenance. As a technical lead, you'll enhance equipment reliability, oversee maintenance strategies, and drive improvements across...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Elevate the future of H2R transformation by leading cross-functional delivery, ensuring seamless integration of HR processes, technology, and operations while driving organizational readiness and sust...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Oversee multiple commercial HVAC projects from inception to completion, managing budgets, schedules, and procurement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success and profitabilit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Explore opportunities to lead construction projects, ensuring compliance and safety while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive project success through effective planning, commu...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $230K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic capital construction program, overseeing multiple projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality delivery, stakeholder sa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $230K *

Oversee a comprehensive capital construction program, leading project teams through all phases from planning to completion. Foster stakeholder relationships and ensure project goals are met with stron...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $140K *

Elevate your career by leading facilities operations across diverse properties. Manage maintenance programs, vendor relationships, and budgets while ensuring compliance and safety standards. Drive eff...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing workplace operations, ensuring efficient, safe, and reliable facilities management across production and office environments, while supporting a growing team through scal...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading VDC initiatives, ensuring seamless integration of technology, processes, and teams to produce accurate, field-ready models and comprehensive digital turnover pack...

Phoenix, AZRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Drive the success of a major plant expansion by overseeing construction execution, ensuring safety, quality, and timely progress. Collaborate with contractors and project teams to represent owner inte...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to lead multifamily and mixed-use construction projects, driving design and execution from concept through turnover while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure timely and budget-c...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex construction projects, ensuring quality and safety while managing resources, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-profile design...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$197K - $241K *

Drive the project management function in a medical device environment, overseeing cross-functional initiatives, managing a team, and ensuring strategic alignment and execution of business objectives w...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing clinic operations and improving patient care while developing a motivated team. Collaborate closely with management to implement strategic goals and foster a positive, re...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $130K *

Transform maintenance operations by leading teams to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable material handling systems. Drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of accountability while collabora...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$102K - $171K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy by managing pre-construction processes for large solar and battery storage projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful proje...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K *

Lead the charge in overseeing multiple dining operations across regions, ensuring client satisfaction and financial performance while fostering team development and interdepartmental collaboration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing EV charging and energy projects. Oversee project lifecycles, coordinate teams, and ensure successful execution while developing client relationships and d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project execution across EV charging and energy infrastructure, managing all phases from initiation to completion. Collaborate with clients, vendors, and teams to ensure timely delivery and a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $177K *

Lead and develop a distributed team of Project Coordinators, enhancing operational health and governance across complex automation deployments while driving continuous improvement and collaboration wi...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving environmental compliance initiatives by managing due diligence projects, overseeing inspections, and fostering client relationships to ensure exceptional service and busines...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in high-voltage power delivery projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while managing budgets and schedules across multiple substation initi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Deliver comprehensive leadership and operational oversight for multiple branches, ensuring exceptional customer service and compliance with safety and industry standards to drive business growth and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by overseeing facilities projects, managing departmental resources, and enhancing guest services in a dynamic public garden setting. Collaborate with teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Facilities do?question toggle

    A Director of Facilities leads the strategy and day-to-day oversight of an organization's buildings and facilities services. The role may cover maintenance, capital projects, budgets, vendors, workplace operations, safety, compliance, and facilities teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director of Facilities jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for extensive facilities or building operations experience and a history of managing teams, budgets, and projects. A relevant bachelor's degree may be preferred, while industry certifications can be an advantage depending on the role.

  • How much do Director of Facilities jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by location, industry, employer, portfolio size, and experience. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Director of Facilities opportunities.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Facilities?question toggle

    Directors of Facilities work in many sectors, including healthcare, technology, education, manufacturing, commercial real estate, and financial services.

  • How can I find Director of Facilities jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Director of Facilities openings, then narrow results by location and other preferences. Review each listing's responsibilities and qualifications, and tailor your résumé to emphasize relevant leadership and operational achievements.