Strategic Facilities & Capital Projects Director

Cecil College; Bay View (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cecil College in Maryland is seeking a Director of Facilities and Capital Projects to provide strategic leadership for the college's capital improvements, construction projects, and facilities operations across the North East and Elkton Station campuses.

The role guides planning, budgeting, project management, and regulatory compliance to ensure safe, sustainable, and welcoming environments for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Technical certification preferred - FMP, PMP, Master Electrician, Master HVAC, etc.
• Ten or more years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance and operations as well as project management.
• Five or more years of supervisory experience.
• Experience at an institution of higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for facilities operations, maintenance, and capital projects across multiple campus locations.
• Manage safety, regulatory compliance, and life safety systems.
• Oversee budgeting, purchasing, and resource allocation for facilities.
• Lead project management from planning through execution, including design, bidding, and contractor oversight.
• Coordinate with College leadership on long-range facilities planning and space utilization.
• Support master planning and space efficiency initiatives.

Skills

Strategic facilities planning

Project management

Budget development

Regulatory compliance

Safety programs

People management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

FMP certification

PMP certification

Master Electrician

Master HVAC

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP System

Job description

Cecil College in Maryland is seeking a Director of Facilities and Capital Projects to provide strategic leadership for the college's capital improvements, construction projects, and facilities operations across the North East and Elkton Station campuses.

The role guides planning, budgeting, project management, and regulatory compliance to ensure safe, sustainable, and welcoming environments for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.