Facilities and Engineering Manager

Moody Bible Institute; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody Bible Institute is seeking a Facilities and Engineering Manager to lead the maintenance and operation of campus infrastructure, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient environments that support education, ministry, and student life.

The role directs Engineering Services, oversees preventive maintenance, building automation, HVAC, electrical, and life-safety systems, and guides capital planning to advance Moody's mission and strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Con
• Experience leading Engineering Services teams
• Experience in facilities operations and maintenance
• Strong knowledge of CMMS

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Engineering Services staff.
• Direct and support operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of campus infrastructure systems.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Develop and maintain short- and long-range maintenance and capital improvement plans.
• Serve as a technical resource for facilities systems and projects.
• Ensure compliance with city, state, and federal building regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Facilities operations

Maintenance planning

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Con

Tools

CMMS

Building automation systems

HVAC systems

Job description

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Build Systems That Support a Greater Purpose.

Are you a hands-on facility and engineering leader who enjoys developing teams, solving complex building systems challenges, and ensuring operational excellence?

Moody Bible Institute is seeking a Facilities and Engineering Manager to lead the maintenance and operation of critical campus infrastructure, helping create safe, reliable, and efficient environments that support education, ministry, and student life while advancing our mission of equipping people to impact the world for Christ.

About Us

Moody Bible Institute is a Christ-centered higher education and media ministry dedicated to equipping people with the truth of God's Word.

Through trusted biblical teaching, media, and educational resources, Moody reaches audiences around the world with the gospel and seeks to make a lasting Kingdom impact.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Director of Facilities, the Facilities and Engineering Manager provides leadership and oversight for the Engineering Services team and is responsible for the reliable operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of campus building systems and infrastructure.

This role leads a team of skilled engineering and maintenance professionals while overseeing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, building automation systems, HVAC equipment, power plant operations, electrical systems, elevators, plumbing systems, and food service equipment.

The Engineering Manager is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, team development, and long-term capital planning to support the mission and strategic objectives of Moody Bible Institute.

What Youll Be Doing

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop full-time and part-time Engineering Services staff.
• Assign, prioritize, and monitor work activities to ensure efficient department operations.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback, mentorship, and professional development.
• Oversee attendance, scheduling, payroll administration, overtime management, and employee relations matters.

Facilities Operations & Maintenance

• Direct and support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of campus infrastructure systems, including HVAC and building automation systems, boilers and heating systems, centrifugal chillers and refrigeration equipment, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, pumps and compressors, plumbing systems, electrical systems, elevators, food service equipment and appliances.
• Coordinate emergency repairs and system failures to minimize disruptions to campus operations.
• Ensure facilities operate safely, reliably, and efficiently in support of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to track work orders, maintenance schedules, equipment history, and performance metrics.Monitor equipment condition and lifecycle needs to maximize asset reliability and reduce operational risks.

Capital Planning & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and maintain short- and long-range maintenance and capital improvement plans.
• Prepare recommendations and proposals for repairs, replacements, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance, energy efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align maintenance priorities wi h campus needs.

Technical Expertise & Project Support

• Serve as a technical resource for facilities systems, controls, and infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors on facility improvement initiatives and system modifications.
• Provide input during design, construction, and commissioning activities related to campus infrastructure projects.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with applicable city, state, and federal building regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA requirements and industry best practices.
• Support campus emergency preparedness and response efforts related to facilities systems.
• Maintain appropriate documentation, records, certifications, and inspection requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Top Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Con