Senior Academic Facilities Operations Director

Case Western Reserve University; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

excellent healthcare

retirement plans

tuition assistance

paid time off

winter recess

Job summary

Case Western Reserve University seeks a Director of Facilities Operations to lead the college’s facilities services across 34 buildings, coordinating with Campus Planning and Facilities Management. You will set priorities, drive maintenance, and manage renewal projects to support teaching, research, and administration.

The role requires strategic leadership, a strong budget focus, and experience with CAD systems and building security.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in facilities management, space management, architecture, or construction management with 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in an academic setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of building systems, security, and safety practices is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead facilities operations and coordinate with campus planning to support academic and research needs.
• Manage maintenance, renovations, and occupancy planning for 34 buildings.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure plans for the college.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety for all facilities operations.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Budget management

CAD software

OSHA/ADA knowledge

PeopleSoft

Strategic planning

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, building/facilities management, construction engineering, or related field

APPA EFP certification or IFMA CFM certification (favorable)

Tools

CAD software

PeopleSoft

Job description

Case Western Reserve University seeks a Director of Facilities Operations to lead the college’s facilities services across 34 buildings, coordinating with Campus Planning and Facilities Management. You will set priorities, drive maintenance, and manage renewal projects to support teaching, research, and administration.

The role requires strategic leadership, a strong budget focus, and experience with CAD systems and building security.