Strategic Facilities Director | Multi-Site Operations

Des Moines Performing Arts; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Performing Arts is seeking a Director of Facilities to lead asset management, safety, and operations across all venues in Des Moines. This role ensures spaces are safe, reliable, and ready for daily operations and major events while guiding long‑term planning and capital project execution.

The position requires experience in complex facilities management, budget oversight, and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• Requires proven experience in facilities management, multi-site environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead capital projects and major system upgrades.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety).
• Experience managing operating and capital budgets and vendor contracts.
• Experience leading safety, security, and emergency preparedness efforts.

Responsibilities

• Shape long-term facilities strategy across all venues to support asset lifecycle and growth.
• Develop and manage multi-year capital improvement plans and major repairs.
• Oversee operating and capital budgets, forecasting and cost control.
• Build preventive maintenance programs and performance standards.
• Guide complex maintenance issues across HVAC, electrical, plumbing and specialty systems.
• Lead capital projects from planning through completion with contractors.
• Manage vendor strategy, selection, contracts and relationships.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, life safety, OSHA and environmental requirements.
• Lead facilities staff through hiring, onboarding, scheduling and coaching.
• Collaborate with Production, Guest Services and leadership for event readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Vendor management

Project management

Safety & security knowledge

Contract negotiation

Education

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

Tools

Project management software

Facilities management software

Job description

Des Moines Performing Arts is seeking a Director of Facilities to lead asset management, safety, and operations across all venues in Des Moines. This role ensures spaces are safe, reliable, and ready for daily operations and major events while guiding long‑term planning and capital project execution.

The position requires experience in complex facilities management, budget oversight, and vendor coordination.