Facilities District Manager

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 131,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Facilities District Manager for higher education across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in facilities leadership, strong negotiation skills, and a strategic mindset. This mid-level role offers a competitive salary of $131,000 - $150,000 with relocation assistance, along with opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Relocation assistance provided

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in facilities management.
• At least 5 years in a multi-site or district-level leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and asset lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple integrated facilities management contracts.
• Develop and manage multi-million-dollar budgets.
• Build strong partnerships with client executives.

Skills

Negotiation

Client Relationship Management

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management or related field

Tools

Facilities Management Software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Facilities District Manager – Higher Education (Mid-Level)

Regional (TX, LA, AR, MS) | Management | Bachelor's Degree Required
$131,000 - $150,000 | Relocation Assistance Available | No Visa Sponsorship

About the Role

We're seeking a strategic and operational leader to serve as Facilities District Manager for a cluster of higher education campuses across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi. This is a mid-level opportunity ideal for candidates with 7+ years of experience in multi-site facilities leadership, particularly in the higher education space.

As the primary liaison between campus clients and internal operational teams, you will oversee multiple integrated facilities management (IFM) contracts and ensure consistent delivery of building operations, skilled trades services, asset management, and infrastructure support. You'll be expected to drive financial performance, cultivate client partnerships at the executive level, and lead initiatives that elevate service excellence across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the regional leader for facilities management operations across multiple campuses, driving strategy, performance, and compliance.

• Develop and manage multi-million-dollar budgets and capital improvement plans in collaboration with site leaders and finance teams.

• Build strong partnerships with client executives, aligning campus priorities with facilities solutions and ensuring satisfaction and contract renewal.

• Negotiate, amend, and interpret complex service agreements and contracts.

• Lead and mentor on-site facilities teams, fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and innovation.

• Evaluate mechanical systems, asset integrity, and skilled trade performance to ensure operational continuity and service delivery.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in engineering, facilities management, business, or a related field.

• 7+ years of experience in facilities management, with at least 5 years in a multi-site or district-level leadership role.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, asset lifecycle management, and building operations.

• Proven success managing client relationships and navigating high-stakes financial and contractual discussions.

• Comfortable working within higher education institutions or similarly complex environments.

• Polished, executive presence with a consultative, solution-oriented mindset.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Sharp contract negotiation and amendment experience.

• Track record of influencing C-level decision-makers.

• Ability to adapt to diverse campus cultures and client expectations.

• Sales-minded with a deep understanding of integrated facilities service models.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $131,000 – $150,000

• Relocation assistance provided

• Opportunity to influence and innovate across a multi-state region

• Career growth within a respected and well-supported organization

?? Ready to lead at scale and shape the future of campus facilities? Apply now to be considered for this high-impact leadership role.