Unit Description

Do you possess strong leadership skills and enjoy managing people, processes and projects?

Sodexo Schools segment has an exciting career opportunity for a highly motivated, customer-oriented Director of Facilities Operations to join our Facilities team in our MidWest region as a RESOURCE Facilities Director which can be based out of St Louis, Indianapolis, Chicago or Detroit.  As Resource Facilities Director, you will train and learn in a variety of accounts from $1 million to $10 Million in all aspects of K-12 Facilities Operations Management assignments may be short term or longer term. This experience will be valuable when applying for full time, permanent positions with Sodexo.

Travel to various accounts will broaden the experience with the outcome of permanent placement in the market. Our Resource Managers will need to live near an airport and be able to relocate for a permanent position.

Are You the One? If you are a Strategic Facilities Manager with the ability to develop innovative technical solutions while successfully managing key performance indicators to drive strong business results and optimize business operations, this may be the opportunity for you!

 Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:

• a proven track record of successful Facilities Management leadership experience as demonstrated by articulated results and accomplishments;
• strong technical knowledge of the following: mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structural, safety systems, architectural, landscape and energy management;
• demonstrated business and financial acumen with a strong P&L understanding;
• exceptional customer service, relationship building and communication skills;
• strong Leadership skills with a focus on staff development and team building;
• Certified Facilities Manager (CFM) is a plus; and
• a bachelors degree in engineering or related fields is preferred.

Sound like the job for you?  APPLY TODAY!

At Sodexo, we believe every employee should have the resources to be their best. As part of our overall rewards, we offer benefits programs designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle including health, dental and vision insurance. We also offer other benefits like paid time off, financial and savings programs, 401k, and access to our employee assistance program and other discounts. Click here for more information about Sodexos Benefits.

Position Summary

The Director of Facilities Operations  is responsible for directing facilities maintenance operations of building(s) and property at a single unit. The Director of Facilities Operations manages the  preventative maintenance and reactive repair of skilled trades, e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical, utilities; and manages the hiring, training and supervision of staff, professionals and management.  The Director of Facilities Operations manages a safe and efficient working environment, essential to the performance of the business.  The Director may oversee  construction work and often manages other core Sodexo services, and/or  logistics of business/operations services, e.g., grounds keeping, laundry, food, security, inventory, mail, concierge services.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement- Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Management Experience- 5 years

Basic Functional Experience- 5 years

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.