Director 2 - Facilities Operations

Sodexo; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 135,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Facilities Director to lead facilities operations for a life sciences campus in Rahway, NJ. You will oversee maintenance, engineering, and vendor operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient site performance.

You will manage staffing, budgets, and strategic initiatives, driving asset preservation and operational excellence across multidisciplinary teams and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex facilities operations, including management of safety, compliance, and performance on a large campus.
• Ability to mentor and manage multidisciplinary teams across trades and management staff.
• Experience overseeing construction projects, capital improvements, and long-term asset planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facilities operations, maintenance programs, compliance, and vendor performance for a life sciences campus.
• Lead maintenance planning, FM programs, CMMS management, KPI tracking, and audits to optimize site performance.
• Direct staffing, safety, performance evaluations, and vendor negotiations to drive operational excellence.

Skills

Facilities operations leadership

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Vendor management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Facilities Director to support a life sciences client in Rahway, NJ. This leadership role oversees facilities, maintenance, engineering, and vendor operations while ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient site performance.

Lead maintenance planning, FM programs, compliance, CMMS management, vendors, staff, KPIs, audits and overall facilities performance across a large life sciences campus.

About the job

In this senior leadership role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of facilities operations, from skilled trades and maintenance programs to staffing, safety, and compliance, across complex, high-impact environments. You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure optimal building performance, and partner with internal stakeholders to drive strategic improvements and operational excellence.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted‑line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $120190 - $155540

Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary

What’s in it for you

• Lead large-scale facilities operations where your decisions directly impact safety, efficiency, and business continuity.
• Influence strategy and drive innovation by overseeing key infrastructure systems and service delivery.
• Build and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, development, and technical excellence.
• Play a pivotal role in construction planning, system upgrades, and long‑term asset preservation.
• Gain visibility and collaboration opportunities with senior stakeholders across a broad operational landscape.
• Manage operational budgets and resources while aligning facilities strategy with organizational goals.
• Thrive in a purpose‑driven environment that rewards leadership, problem‑solving, and operational precision.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience leading complex facilities operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and utility systems.
• Leadership skills with the skillset to manage, mentor, and inspire both frontline teams and management staff.
• Expertise in overseeing construction projects, capital improvements, and long‑term infrastructure planning.
• Financial acumen, with experience managing budgets, contracts, and resource allocation.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills to drive alignment and operational success across diverse teams.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 5-7 years
• Related Experience: 5-7 years

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.