Director of Facilities Engineering & Infrastructure

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an experienced leader to guide Engineering Operations & Infrastructure Management across campus facilities, utilities, and building systems.

You will direct maintenance, ensure safety and reliability, oversee capital planning support, and collaborate with Environmental Health & Safety to mitigate risks and support research, clinical, and academic missions.

Responsibilities

• Directs the operation, maintenance, and reliability of campus mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, utility distribution, and building automation systems.
• Ensures continuous, safe, and reliable operation of critical infrastructure supporting research, laboratory, clinical, and academic facilities.
• Develops and implements maintenance strategies, operating procedures, and performance expectations.
• Monitors system performance and operational metrics to identify risks, improve reliability, and maximize asset life.
• Leads root-cause analysis and corrective action efforts related to equipment failures, utility disruptions, and operational incidents.
• Supports emergency response, incident command, and business continuity activities related to critical campus infrastructure.

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an experienced leader to guide Engineering Operations & Infrastructure Management across campus facilities, utilities, and building systems.

You will direct maintenance, ensure safety and reliability, oversee capital planning support, and collaborate with Environmental Health & Safety to mitigate risks and support research, clinical, and academic missions.