Lead Campus Grounds & Facilities Manager

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a Facilities Grounds Manager to lead the Grounds, Landscaping, and Garage operations for a university campus. You will oversee daily maintenance, staff, and contractors to deliver safe, aesthetically pleasing grounds and athletic fields.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, safety, and strategic planning for long-term operations, with a focus on quality and efficiency. Prior experience with CMMS and campus environments is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Agriculture, Turf Management, Facility Planning or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and monitor all activities of Landscaping, Grounds, and Garage departments to ensure high-quality maintenance.
• Inspect grounds daily to ensure proper mowing, seeding, mulching, watering, and safety.
• Lead snow and ice management and vehicle fleet maintenance for campus operations.
• Manage budgets, staff, and contractors; communicate with stakeholders to minimize disruption.
• Develop and enforce safety policies and preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing

Grounds maintenance

Snow removal

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture / Horticulture / Agriculture / Turf Management / Facility Planning

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a Facilities Grounds Manager to lead the Grounds, Landscaping, and Garage operations for a university campus. You will oversee daily maintenance, staff, and contractors to deliver safe, aesthetically pleasing grounds and athletic fields.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, safety, and strategic planning for long-term operations, with a focus on quality and efficiency. Prior experience with CMMS and campus environments is preferred.