Director of Physical Plant

Neosho; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowder College seeks a Director of Physical Plant to lead operations, planning, and management of campus facilities, including maintenance, custodial services, fleet, and capital projects. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning to support the college mission.

You will manage budgets, procurement and contracts, coordinate with architects and vendors, develop master plans, and supervise staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, leadership, facilities, construction management or related field.
• Three years related work experience and two years supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of general maintenance, grounds procedures and safety equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, fire safety, hazardous materials, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to manage staff and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management, planning and communication for facilities capital improvement, renovation, construction, and remodeling projects from planning through completion, striving for projects delivered on schedule and on budget.
• Oversee facilities, maintenance, grounds, custodial staff and campus safety coordination.
• Monitor budgets and procurement processes; provide regular reports to College leadership.
• Develop and execute the facilities master plan and long-range capital improvement plan, identifying future infrastructure needs.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/management/facilities

Tools

JIRA

FMX

Job description

What we are looking for:
At Crowder College, our mission is to build a civil, serving, literate, learning community of responsible citizens. We are committed to providing a high-quality education that prepares students for lifelong learning and meaningful careers. Our core values of excellence, integrity, inclusiveness, and community guide everything we do. As we continue to expand our reach and impact, we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals who share our commitment to student success and embody our values. We are looking for team players who are innovative, student-centered, and eager to contribute to a dynamic learning environment. If you are driven by the desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and the community, we invite you to join us at Crowder College.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Physical Plant provides strategic leadership and project management for the operations and facilities of the College Physical Plant. The Director plans, coordinates, and administers the comprehensive operations of the College Physical Plant to ensure safe, functional, and well-maintained facilities that support the College's mission. Areas of oversight include building maintenance and repairs, custodial operations, fleet management, construction and remodeling projects, capital renewal initiatives, and long-range facilities planning. The position oversees procurement and contract services, manages significant operational and capital budgets, and leads efforts to maintain and improve campus facilities through strategic planning and resource stewardship.

Essential Job Duties

Some of the duties listed below would be day to day management of the Physical Plant operations and will vary depending on the need(s) of the college. Priorities Include:

• Lead project management, planning and communication for facilities capital improvement, renovation, construction, and remodeling projects from planning through completion, striving for projects that are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with College objectives.
• Lead and assist in the development of project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans; assist in the coordination with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and campus stakeholders throughout all phases of project implementation.
• Prioritize and coordinate facility repair, maintenance, and capital projects based on institutional needs, safety considerations, regulatory requirements, asset condition, and available funding.
• Monitor project performance, expenditures, schedules, and quality standards; provide regular progress reports and recommendations to College leadership.
• Participate in the development and execution of the College's facilities master plan and long-range capital improvement plan, identifying future infrastructure, maintenance, and space utilization needs.

• Oversee facilities, maintenance, grounds, custodial staff.
• Respond to on-campus facility emergencies and/or issues involving safety.
• Ensure all campus facilities, infrastructure, and work practices comply with federal, state, and local building codes, OSHA standards, EPA guidelines, fire safety codes, and ADA/accessibility requirements.
• Coordinate with the Director of Public Information and the Director of Campus Safety to maintain written policies and procedures for the Crisis Management Plan.
• Organize training for workers on proper use of safety equipment, chemicals, etc. and complete required reporting.
• Oversee the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances, biohazardous waste, and chemicals across academic labs and maintenance facilities.
• Monitor budget and ensure efficient use of department funds.
• Administer and optimize work order ticketing systems (e.g., JIRA, FMX) to track preventative maintenance schedules, work requests, asset lifecycles, and inventory levels.
• Maintain courteous and cooperative relations with all other units and personnel of the college.
• Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the College Administration.

• Oversee facilities, maintenance, grounds, custodial staff.
• Respond to on-campus facility emergencies and/or issues involving safety.
• Ensure all campus facilities, infrastructure, and work practices comply with federal, state, and local building codes, OSHA standards, EPA guidelines, fire safety codes, and ADA/accessibility requirements.
• Coordinate with the Director of Public Information and the Director of Campus Safety to maintain written policies and procedures for the Crisis Management Plan.
• Organize training for workers on proper use of safety equipment, chemicals, etc. and complete required reporting.
• Oversee the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances, biohazardous waste, and chemicals across academic labs and maintenance facilities.
• Monitor budget and ensure efficient use of department funds.
• Administer and optimize work order ticketing systems (e.g., JIRA, FMX) to track preventative maintenance schedules, work requests, asset lifecycles, and inventory levels.
• Maintain courteous and cooperative relations with all other units and personnel of the college.
• Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the College Administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, leadership, facilities, construction management or related field

• Three years related work experience and two years supervisory experience required.
• Knowledge of general maintenance, grounds procedures and safety equipment.
• Knowledge of general health and safety regulations.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to recognize and assign projects to staff and contract laborers with efficient utilization of available personnel.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, fire safety, hazardous materials, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local building codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of ADA accessibililty standards and regulatory requirements.
• Must be available to work any assigned shift and respond promptly to emergency situations and after-hours service calls as required.Able to work cooperatively and communicate with college employees, vendors, students, and the general public.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance principles and asset lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of construction, remodeling, renovation, and capital improvement project management practices.
• Knowledge of facilities master planning and capital planning processes.
• Skills in procurement and purchasing practices.
• Skills in developing schedules, timelines, and resource allocation plans.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and strategic recommendations for executive leadership to support informed decision-making.Skills in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify facilities deficiencies and develop corrective action plans.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of procurement, bidding, contract administration, and vendor management practices.
• Knowledge of budget development, financial analysis, and cost control principles.
• Demonstrated skill in project planning, organization, coordination, and execution, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Demonstrated skill in contract negotiation, administration, compliance oversight, and vendor performance monitoring to ensure quality service and cost-effective outcomes.
• Ability to assess facility conditions, identify operational and infrastructure needs, and develop strategic, practical solutions to support organizational goals.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical plans, construction drawings, specifications, engineering reports, and related documentation to support project planning and execution.

• Ability to manage large operating and capital budgets and ensure responsible stewardship of institutional resources.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, contractors, consultants, and government agencies.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee construction, renovation, maintenance, and capital projects from concept through completion.

Positions Supervised

• Custodial Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Office Manager, and contracted laborers for facility support.

Working Environment

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and other environmental factors.
• Regular working hours are consistent with college operations; however, occasional evening, weekend, holiday, or extended hours may be required to meet operational needs, respond to emergencies, or support special projects.
• Employees are expected to maintain a professional appearance and wear appropriate attire consistent with the duties of the position and college standards.

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely operate grounds, maintenance, and facilities equipment, including the ability to climb ladders and perform work at varying heights when required.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, climb, and navigate uneven terrain and outdoor environments across multiple campus locations.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, consistent with applicable law and college policy.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental and institutional needs.

What we are looking for:

At Crowder College, our mission is to build a civil, serving, literate, learning community of responsible citizens. We are committed to providing a high-quality education that prepares students for lifelong learning and meaningful careers. Our core values of excellence, integrity, inclusiveness, and community guide everything we do. As we continue to expand our reach and impact, we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals who share our commitment to student success and embody our values. We are looking for team players who are innovative, student-centered, and eager to contribute to a dynamic learning environment. If you are driven by the desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and the community, we invite you to join us at Crowder College.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Physical Plant provides strategic leadership and project management for the operations and facilities of the College Physical Plant. The Director plans, coordinates, and administers the comprehensive operations of the College Physical Plant to ensure safe, functional, and well-maintained facilities that support the College's mission. Areas of oversight include building maintenance and repairs, custodial operations, fleet management, construction and remodeling projects, capital renewal initiatives, and long-range facilities planning. The position oversees procurement and contract services, manages significant operational and capital budgets, and leads efforts to maintain and improve campus facilities through strategic planning and resource stewardship.

Essential Job Duties

Some of the duties listed below would be day to day management of the Physical Plant operations and will vary depending on the need(s) of the college. Priorities Include:

• Lead project management, planning and communication for facilities capital improvement, renovation, construction, and remodeling projects from planning through completion, striving for projects that are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with College objectives.
• Lead and assist in the development of project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans; assist in the coordination with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and campus stakeholders throughout all phases of project implementation.
• Prioritize and coordinate facility repair, maintenance, and capital projects based on institutional needs, safety considerations, regulatory requirements, asset condition, and available funding.
• Monitor project performance, expenditures, schedules, and quality standards; provide regular progress reports and recommendations to College leadership.
• Participate in the development and execution of the College's facilities master plan and long-range capital improvement plan, identifying future infrastructure, maintenance, and space utilization needs.

• Oversee facilities, maintenance, grounds, custodial staff.
• Respond to on-campus facility emergencies and/or issues involving safety.
• Ensure all campus facilities, infrastructure, and work practices comply with federal, state, and local building codes, OSHA standards, EPA guidelines, fire safety codes, and ADA/accessibility requirements.
• Coordinate with the Director of Public Information and the Director of Campus Safety to maintain written policies and procedures for the Crisis Management Plan.
• Organize training for workers on proper use of safety equipment, chemicals, etc. and complete required reporting.
• Oversee the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances, biohazardous waste, and chemicals across academic labs and maintenance facilities.
• Monitor budget and ensure efficient use of department funds.
• Administer and optimize work order ticketing systems (e.g., JIRA, FMX) to track preventative maintenance schedules, work requests, asset lifecycles, and inventory levels.
• Maintain courteous and cooperative relations with all other units and personnel of the college.
• Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the College Administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, leadership, facilities, construction management or related field

required.

• Three years related work experience and two years supervisory experience required.
• Knowledge of general maintenance, grounds procedures and safety equipment.
• Knowledge of general health and safety regulations.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to recognize and assign projects to staff and contract laborers with efficient utilization of available personnel.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, fire safety, hazardous materials, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local building codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of ADA accessibililty standards and regulatory requirements.
• Must be available to work any assigned shift and respond promptly to emergency situations and after-hours service calls as required.Able to work cooperatively and communicate with college employees, vendors, students, and the general public.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance principles and asset lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of construction, remodeling, renovation, and capital improvement project management practices.
• Knowledge of facilities master planning and capital planning processes.
• Skills in procurement and purchasing practices.
• Skills in developing schedules, timelines, and resource allocation plans.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and strategic recommendations for executive leadership to support informed decision-making.Skills in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify facilities deficiencies and develop corrective action plans.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of procurement, bidding, contract administration, and vendor management practices.
• Knowledge of budget development, financial analysis, and cost control principles.
• Demonstrated skill in project planning, organization, coordination, and execution, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Demonstrated skill in contract negotiation, administration, compliance oversight, and vendor performance monitoring to ensure quality service and cost-effective outcomes.
• Ability to assess facility conditions, identify operational and infrastructure needs, and develop strategic, practical solutions to support organizational goals.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical plans, construction drawings, specifications, engineering reports, and related documentation to support project planning and execution.

• Ability to manage large operating and capital budgets and ensure responsible stewardship of institutional resources.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, contractors, consultants, and government agencies.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee construction, renovation, maintenance, and capital projects from concept through completion.

Positions Supervised

• Custodial Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Office Manager, and contracted laborers for facility support.

Working Environment

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and other environmental factors.
• Regular working hours are consistent with college operations; however, occasional evening, weekend, holiday, or extended hours may be required to meet operational needs, respond to emergencies, or support special projects.
• Employees are expected to maintain a professional appearance and wear appropriate attire consistent with the duties of the position and college standards.

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely operate grounds, maintenance, and facilities equipment, including the ability to climb ladders and perform work at varying heights when required.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, climb, and navigate uneven terrain and outdoor environments across multiple campus locations.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, consistent with applicable law and college policy.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental and institutional needs.

CROWDER COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS POSITION DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE INSTITUTION DESIRES. THIS POSITION DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS POSITION DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP
REMAINS “AT-WILL.” THE AFOREMENTIONED POSITION REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH A DISABILITY.

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