Senior Facilities Manager — Academic Libraries & Campus Ops

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking an Area Manager to lead facilities operations across its FAS and library portfolio on campus in Cambridge. You will oversee building systems, safety, sustainability goals, and lifecycle planning to ensure reliable, compliant operations.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in facilities leadership, strong budget and people management skills, and experience with complex portfolios. This on-campus role emphasizes collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management or related field with 10+ years of progressive experience in complex portfolios.
• Experience managing facilities, systems, budgets, and staff effectively in a higher education or large institutional environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct facilities operations across the portfolio, including building systems, maintenance, custodial, security, and support services for ~1M SF.
• Manage operating and capital budgets to optimize cost and performance.
• Lead, coach, and supervise facilities staff and contractors to ensure high service quality.
• Oversee building systems performance (HVAC, electrical, life safety, security) and preventive maintenance programs.
• Develop long-range capital and lifecycle plans and coordinate renovations with leadership.

Skills

Facilities management

Leadership

Budget management

HVAC systems

Maintenance planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CFM certification (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Building automation systems

Job description

Harvard University is seeking an Area Manager to lead facilities operations across its FAS and library portfolio on campus in Cambridge. You will oversee building systems, safety, sustainability goals, and lifecycle planning to ensure reliable, compliant operations.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in facilities leadership, strong budget and people management skills, and experience with complex portfolios. This on-campus role emphasizes collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional