Campus HVAC & Facilities Manager

Cranbrook Educational Community; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays and floating holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cranbrook Educational Community in Bloomfield Hills, MI seeks an HVAC Manager to lead campus-wide mechanical systems, ensuring reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance. The role demands hands-on leadership across operations, maintenance, and project work on a 24/7 basis.

You will supervise staff, manage vendor relations, optimize energy use, and contribute to capital planning while aligning with AFSCME agreements and campus safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in HVAC and boiler operations.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience required.
• Low-pressure boiler operator’s license required (or ability to obtain within first year).
• Certification and demonstrated expertise in low- and high-pressure boiler systems required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Experience with CMMS and building automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation, maintenance, and performance of all HVAC and boiler, and mechanical systems across campus.
• Coordinate and oversee work across all facilities trades to ensure efficiency, quality, and alignment with departmental priorities.
• Supervise assigned facilities staff, including scheduling, time and attendance, and daily work coordination.
• Ensure all systems operate safely, reliably, and in full compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Oversee vendor and contractor performance, including scope development, cost estimation, project execution, and quality assurance.
• Monitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life.
• Administer overtime processes in accordance with AFSCME agreement requirements.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to enhance system reliability and asset lifecycle performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase operational efficiency and service delivery.
• Support long-term capital planning, including lifecycle replacement strategies for HVAC systems.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for HVAC and boiler operations.
• Prepare and manage operating and project budgets; monitor expenditure and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Collaborate with Capital Projects, architects, and project managers to support construction and renovation initiatives.
• Lead response to major mechanical failures and support campus emergency operations in coordination with Security & Safety.
• Partner with campus stakeholders to ensure facilities work support academic, residential, and event operations with minimal disruption.
• Identify and implement energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives to reduce operating costs and environmental impact.
• Oversee workforce management including hiring, training, performance management, and discipline in accordance with union agreements.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including required testing and inspections.
• Evaluate work orders and prioritize assignments to ensure timely and compliant completion of work.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures and documentation for HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide leadership during off-hours emergencies.

Skills

HVAC operations

Supervisory experience

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Boiler operator license

Tools

CMMS

Building automation systems (Metasys)

Job description

Cranbrook Educational Community in Bloomfield Hills, MI seeks an HVAC Manager to lead campus-wide mechanical systems, ensuring reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance. The role demands hands-on leadership across operations, maintenance, and project work on a 24/7 basis.

You will supervise staff, manage vendor relations, optimize energy use, and contribute to capital planning while aligning with AFSCME agreements and campus safety standards.