Campus Facilities & Operations Leader

AFE; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

On-site facilities support

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Harvard University’s Harvard Kennedy School seeks a Director of Building Planning and Operations to lead the planning, maintenance, and renovation of the five-building HKS complex and related leased spaces. You will direct facilities operations, safety programs, and space planning to support teaching and research.

The role requires strong leadership, budget management, and collaboration with Environmental Health & Safety, campus partners, and external contractors to ensure compliance with codes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 8+ years of progressive work experience in facilities and building operations.
• Management experience is required.
• Experience with CMMS and building systems upgrades or renovations.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Manages and oversees all aspects of building planning and operations to support teaching and research.
• Establishes processes for maintenance, safety, and renovations.
• Plans and reviews work of staff and contractors responsible for mechanical and electrical systems.
• Develops SOPs for maintenance and lifecycle planning of building systems.
• Partners with Environmental Health & Safety on compliance and emergency planning.
• Manages facilities operations budget and capital projects from concept to occupancy.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership

Budget management

Facilities planning

Safety compliance

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

CMMS knowledge (e.g., ServiceNow)

Building systems knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree + 8+ years experience

Management experience required

Tools

ServiceNow CMMS

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

CAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Harvard University’s Harvard Kennedy School seeks a Director of Building Planning and Operations to lead the planning, maintenance, and renovation of the five-building HKS complex and related leased spaces. You will direct facilities operations, safety programs, and space planning to support teaching and research.

The role requires strong leadership, budget management, and collaboration with Environmental Health & Safety, campus partners, and external contractors to ensure compliance with codes