Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager

We are seeking a Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager to support our partnership with Greenwich Academy , a prestigious K-12 independent school in Greenwich, CT. This is a high-visibility leadership role overseeing second shift operations (approx. 2 : 00 pm -10 : 00 pm, Monday-Friday ).

The Facilities Operations Manager will partner closely with the Director of Facilities to ensure the school's historic campus is safe, welcoming, and maintained to the highest standards. This role requires strong custodial operations leadership , hands-on experience with mechanical systems and Building Automation Systems (BAS) , and a passion for creating an outstanding educational environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead, mentor, and supervise the second-shift custodial and skilled trades team , ensuring a safe, well-maintained campus.
• Act as second-in-command, providing leadership when the Facilities Director is away.
• Oversee custodial operations, MEP maintenance, and preventive / predictive maintenance programs .
• Manage work orders, CMMS, payroll, scheduling, safety, and quality assurance.
• Troubleshoot and optimize Building Automation Systems (Trane preferred) .
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and leadership to support events, seasonal operations, and long-term facilities planning.
• Build strong relationships across the campus community with responsive communication and service excellence.

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