Facilities & Capital Projects Director for Major Venues

ADP, Inc.; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority is seeking a Director of Facilities Management to lead the physical assets of Boardwalk Hall and the Atlantic City Convention Center. You will oversee a facilities management partner, manage capital improvements, and align projects with budgets, safety, accessibility, and strategic priorities.

The role requires a proven track record in large-scale capital projects, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with architects, engineers,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 10–15 years of experience in facilities management, capital project management, construction management, or asset management.
• Experience overseeing large-scale capital projects from planning to completion.
• Experience with third-party facilities management or property management organizations preferred.
• Experience with large public, institutional, hospitality, convention, or similarly complex facilities preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, capital planning, construction, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for executive leadership and governance bodies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance of the Authority’s facilities management company in the maintenance and operation of Boardwalk Hall and the Atlantic City Convention Center.
• Develop, prioritize, and oversee the Authority’s capital improvement program, including major renovations, structural improvements, building systems, infrastructure, deferred maintenance, and customer-facing improvements.
• Identify and evaluate facility conditions, deficiencies, safety concerns, deferred maintenance, and long-term capital needs and develop recommendations and priorities for addressing them.
• Manage and coordinate large and complex capital projects through planning, design, permitting, procurement, construction, and completion.
• Oversee the planning and execution of capital improvements and facility modifications, including coordination of required permits, approvals, historic preservation requirements, building codes, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets and schedules and meet Authority objectives, quality standards, and applicable requirements.
• Monitor the facilities management company’s performance, including maintenance, preventive maintenance, facility condition, appearance, responsiveness, and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Oversee improvements to customer-facing areas, including public spaces, entrances, restrooms, signage, wayfinding, accessibility, finishes, lighting, and other improvements that enhance the appearance, functionality, and overall experience of the facilities.
• Prepare project cost estimates, capital funding requests, budgets, reports, and presentations for Authority executive staff, the governing body, and its committees.
• Coordinate with Authority support functions, including Legal, Finance, Insurance, Information Technology, and other departments as appropriate.
• Oversee or participate in the selection and management of architects, engineers, construction managers, contractors, consultants, and other vendors in accordance with Authority policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with governmental, regulatory, and historic preservation agencies regarding permits, approvals, inspections, codes, regulations, and other requirements applicable to facility improvements and capital projects.
• Manage special studies, facility assessments, due diligence assignments, and other initiatives as directed by the Executive Director.
• Make hiring recommendations and manage and develop assigned Authority staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree (related field)

Job description

New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority is seeking a Director of Facilities Management to lead the physical assets of Boardwalk Hall and the Atlantic City Convention Center. You will oversee a facilities management partner, manage capital improvements, and align projects with budgets, safety, accessibility, and strategic priorities.

The role requires a proven track record in large-scale capital projects, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with architects, engineers,