Executive Director, Church Properties & Cemeteries

Diocese of El Paso; El Paso, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Properties of El Paso, Inc. seeks an experienced Executive Director to lead strategic planning, development, maintenance, and stewardship of church facilities across the Diocese of El Paso.

The role requires a practicing Catholic in good standing, strong leadership, and expertise in construction and facility operations. The Executive Director collaborates with the Board, parishes, engineers, and contractors weekly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, facilities management, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, construction management, engineering, architecture, commercial real estate, or related fields.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or executive management experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction documents, budgeting, project management, contracts, and facility operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required.
• Valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Catholic Properties and Catholic Cemeteries.
• Manage construction, renovation, maintenance, and capital improvement projects from planning through completion.
• Serve as the owner's representative during construction and renovation projects.
• Review architectural plans, specifications, contracts, budgets, and project schedules.
• Oversee contractor selection, bidding processes, project inspections, and quality control.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for Church facilities.
• Assist parishes with facility assessments, long-term planning, and capital improvement recommendations.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for the Board of Directors and Church leadership.
• Oversee budgets, contracts, insurance matters, and property records.
• Supervise staff and foster a collaborative, professional work environment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety standards, and organizational policies.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Construction management

Budgeting

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Catholic Properties of El Paso, Inc. seeks an experienced Executive Director to lead strategic planning, development, maintenance, and stewardship of church facilities across the Diocese of El Paso.

The role requires a practicing Catholic in good standing, strong leadership, and expertise in construction and facility operations. The Executive Director collaborates with the Board, parishes, engineers, and contractors weekly.