Senior Director, Operations and Infrastructure

Senior Director, Operations And Infrastructure

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Senior Director, Operations And Infrastructure - Boca Raton, FL.

Reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President for Facilities Management, the Senior Director of Facilities Operations and Infrastructure is a senior administrative leader responsible for overseeing comprehensive facilities operations across all campuses of Florida Atlantic University (FAU).

This role provides strategic and operational leadership in building operations and maintenance, deferred maintenance, engineering, utilities, custodial services, managed grounds, warehouse operations, and the work-control center. The Senior Director ensures that all facilities-related services align with and support the University's mission while maintaining high standards for safety, sustainability, responsiveness, and operational efficiency.

A key contributor to institutional planning, budgeting, capital renewal, and emergency preparedness, the Senior Director collaborates closely with academic, research, and administrative divisions. This position is considered essential personnel and plays a central leadership role during campus emergencies, infrastructure failures, or other critical incidents. This position manages both administrative and "in the field" activities in a multi-campus environment.

Responsibilities :

Leadership and Strategic Oversight

• Provide leadership for Engineering & Utilities, Physical Plant Services, Warehouse Operations, and Work Control.
• Supervise associate directors and management staff across functional units and campuses.
• Foster leadership development and succession planning within direct reporting units.
• Represent the department on internal and state-level committees.
• Promote a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to institutional strategic planning efforts by aligning facilities operations with university growth, sustainability goals, and space utilization initiatives. Serve as a key advisor on infrastructure investment, energy stewardship, and long-term service delivery models.

Facilities Operations and Infrastructure Oversight

Oversight of Major Contracted Operational Services

Warehouse & Work Control Operations

Project Support and Asset Management

Compliance, Policy and Standards Oversight

Budget and Resource Management

Emergency Management and Resilience

Cross-Campus Collaboration and Communication

Fau Benefits and Perks

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Minimum Qualifications :

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience required; or bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience required. Preferred Qualifications / Skills : Experience in higher education or other large institutional settings. Familiarity with Florida Board of Governors regulations and state procurement standards. PE license, CFM, FMP, CEM, or equivalent facilities certification. Knowledge of energy conservation strategies, sustainability principles, and facilities performance metrics.

Salary : $145,000.00 per year.

College or Department : Facilities Management

Location : Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00a.m. - 5 : 00p.m. Some weekends and evenings may be required.

Application Deadline : 2025-09-17

Special Instructions to Applicant : APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED : Resume Cover letter OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED : Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES