Director, Facilities Engineering & Maintenance

APPA - Leadership in Educational Facilities; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Vacation

Holidays

Health and vision insurance

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

Job summary

Madison College is seeking a Director of Facilities Engineering & Maintenance to lead facilities engineering, maintenance, and sustainability across multiple campuses in South Central Wisconsin. The role oversees utilities, building systems, and strategic capital projects with a focus on reliability, safety, and long-term stewardship.

The position reports to the Executive Vice President of Finance & Administration and offers a pathway to influence institutional infrastructure and environmental

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree with relevant work experience.
• Ability to lead and supervise staff in a collaborative environment.
• Strong knowledge of facility management, maintenance and engineering operations.
• Experience with budgeting and contract management.
• Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety).

Responsibilities

• Leads facilities projects from planning through completion within scope, schedule, budget and quality.
• Supervises staff and supports their development and performance.
• Advises executive leadership on facilities planning, investments, risk management and sustainability.
• Leads design and retrofit of building systems to meet standards and improve reliability.
• Oversees asset management, CMMS utilization, and lifecycle renewal planning.
• Drives sustainability and energy initiatives to meet carbon reduction targets.
• Ensures compliance with building codes, environmental regulations and safety standards.
• Manages annual operating and capital budgets for facilities operations and projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Facility management

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Director, Facilities Engineering & Maintenance

Current Madison College employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday

Job Posting Date: August 17, 2026

Application Deadline: September 13, 2026

Salary Information: $89,304 - $111,629 (For current employees, pay may not be restricted to the posted range and will be set in accordance with the Madison College Compensation Manual guidelines for internal salary placement.)

Department: EVP Finance and Administration Services

Job Description

Madison College, with its main campus in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a Director, Facilities Engineering and Maintenance. This position provides leadership and oversight of the District's facilities engineering and maintenance functions, including utilities management and sustainability initiatives. Madison College has eight locations across South Central Wisconsin with over half of its approximately 2 million square feet concentrated in Madison. The Director is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, efficiency, and long-term stewardship of campus facilities and building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and related infrastructure. This position provides technical expertise and guidance on complex building system issues, oversees District-wide infrastructure projects, and ensures compliance with applicable building code, regulatory requirements, and safety standards. The Director also leads institutional sustainability initiatives, develops long-range strategies to improve environmental performance, manages departmental budgets, and supervises maintenance personnel to support the College's mission and strategic efforts. Success in this role is demonstrated through reliable and efficient building operations, effective capital planning and project execution, strong regulatory compliance, responsible financial and environmental stewardship, progress towards sustainability goals, continuous improvement of campus infrastructure, and the successful leadership and development of facilities personnel.

This position reports directly to the Executive Vice President, Finance & Administration and is a valued member of the leadership team. This team is dedicated to supporting the College's mission and students.

Madison College believes every team member brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the world, tackle challenges, and develop innovative solutions. Come be part of our great community!

Position Details

• Schedule: This is a full-time, salaried position with core hours typically Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. Depending on operational needs, this position may work remotely up to two days per week, with three days on site, typically at the Truax Campus. Remote work must be approved, and options are subject to change in accordance with Madison College policy.


• Benefits:
  
  
  
  • Vacation
  
  
  • Holidays
  
  
  • Health, vision, dental and life insurance options, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
  
  
  • Relocation stipend may be available for this position.
  
  
  
  

Accountabilities

• Leads and coordinates facilities and infrastructure projects from planning through completion, working with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and other partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.


• Provides leadership, supervision, and development of assigned staff to achieve institutional objectives and operational excellence. This includes effective human resources practices such as inclusive hiring, performance management, employee development, and staff support.


• Serves as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on facilities planning, infrastructure investments, operational risk management, deferred maintenance, and sustainability initiatives.


• Leads the design and retrofit of building systems for campus facilities to ensure that new and existing building systems meet current standards, efficiency requirements, and institutional needs, while improving the functionality, reliability, and sustainability of campus facilities.


• Oversees facilities asset management, including preventive maintenance programs, strategic use of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), and lifecycle renewal planning.


• Leads campus sustainability and energy management initiatives, identifying opportunities to help the College meet its carbon reduction targets, reduce utility consumption, and support institutional sustainability goals.


• Provides technical expertise to resolve building system issues and recommends and implements solutions to maintain the reliability, safety, and performance of campus infrastructure, including identifying and addressing potential system failures.


• Oversees compliance with applicable building codes, environmental regulations, insurance requirements, OSHA standards, and other regulatory obligations to ensure a safe, compliant, and well‑maintained campus environment.


• Develops, manages, and monitors over $4 million in operational and $3 million in capital budgets annually for facilities operations, infrastructure projects, and equipment replacement to ensure responsible financial management and long‑term sustainability of institutional resources.


• Provides leadership and coordination during facilities‑related emergencies, utility disruptions, and critical infrastructure incidents and engages in institution‑wide emergency preparedness, risk management, and continuity planning.


• Creates an inclusive, equitable, and supportive environment where everyone at the institution feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to effectively lead and supervise staff in a collaborative, team‑based environment to achieve institutional objectives.


• Ability to make sound operational, management and financial decisions that support institutional goals, budget accountabilities and an effective work unit.


• Knowledge of facility management, maintenance, and engineering operations.


• Knowledge of public procurement, budgeting and contract management.


• Knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire safety.


• Skill in developing and analyzing facility data such as construction plans and specifications.


• Skill in project management and maintenance systems, including coordinating maintenance work across multiple locations.


• Skill in engaging positively with all populations and communities, contributing to a safe and inclusive learning and work environment.


• Skill in effectively and respectfully communicating with others.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree AND equivalent additional relevant work experience.


• 3 to 5 years of relevant, progressive, professional work experience.


• Leadership and/or managerial experience.


• Must have a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets College insurance requirements for hire and continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional license or certification, such as Professional Engineer (PE) license, Designer of Engineering Systems license, or Certified Educational Facilities Professional.

Madison College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Madison Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment, admissions or its programs or activities.

About Us

Welcome! Thank you for visiting our career site, where Madison College is committed to matching talent to opportunity. We are known for our real-world, smart approach to learning – offering students innovative, high-tech career pathways and college transfer opportunities with more than 150 programs to choose from. Madison College is a great place to work and has been for over 100 years, serving more than 33,000 students in 12 south-central Wisconsin counties. The College offers generous salaries, benefits, and an inspiring work environment. Employees enjoy a culture dedicated to lifelong learning, wellness and inclusiveness.

Take some time and look around — once you've have a chance to explore our current opportunities, apply to the ones you feel best suit your interests, background and experiences. Thereafter, you can keep track of your application status and watch for new opportunities that might be of interest to you.

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As part of the application process, finalists will undergo a background check including criminal history, educational verification, and references. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify you from employment. All cases are considered on an individual basis, and the offense will be compared to the position for which you are applying.