College Facilities & Operations Executive Director

APPA; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CNM seeks an Executive Director of Physical Plant to provide strategic oversight of facilities, maintenance, and capital improvements across all CNM campuses. The role ensures a safe, well-maintained environment and aligns operations with the college’s mission.

The position leads a large, multidisciplinary team, directs long-range facility planning, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to execute capital projects and optimize facility performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, construction management, architecture, engineering, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages a multidisciplinary department with priorities, performance expectations, and professional development.
• Oversees facilities operations, capital planning, and maintenance across CNM campuses and sites.
• Coordinates with College leadership and external partners to align facilities with institutional objectives.
• Plans major renovations, renewal projects, and infrastructure improvements; ensures regulatory compliance.
• Provides leadership for capital funding strategies and multi-year capital planning.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in facilities mgmt / related field

Job description

CNM seeks an Executive Director of Physical Plant to provide strategic oversight of facilities, maintenance, and capital improvements across all CNM campuses. The role ensures a safe, well-maintained environment and aligns operations with the college’s mission.

The position leads a large, multidisciplinary team, directs long-range facility planning, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to execute capital projects and optimize facility performance.