Senior Director, Facilities Operations & Capital Projects

Gainor Staffing; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gainor Staffing seeks a Senior Director of Facilities Operations to oversee facilities, engineering, security, building operations, and capital improvements across a large campus in Newark, New Jersey. This senior leadership role blends technical facilities expertise with operational strategy and people leadership.

You will lead unionized teams, manage substantial budgets and external partners, and drive preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and major capital projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive facilities management experience.
• Experience leading unionized teams and working with collective bargaining agreements.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead facilities, maintenance, engineering, security, and campus operations.
• Oversee building systems, life safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Direct capital improvements and coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors.
• Manage budgets, vendors, and energy initiatives.
• Support major events and ensure safety and accessibility.

Skills

Facilities management

Leadership

Budget management

Unionized workforce management

Vendor management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree (related technical field)

Job description

Gainor Staffing seeks a Senior Director of Facilities Operations to oversee facilities, engineering, security, building operations, and capital improvements across a large campus in Newark, New Jersey. This senior leadership role blends technical facilities expertise with operational strategy and people leadership.

You will lead unionized teams, manage substantial budgets and external partners, and drive preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and major capital projects.