Vice President, Facilities and Building Services

Society for College and University Planning (SCUP); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) is assisting Georgia State University in finding a Vice President for Facilities & Building Services. This key role focuses on the strategic leadership and performance of the university’s facilities, optimizing resources to enhance the campus experience.

The ideal candidate will have extensive executive leadership experience in facilities management, specifically within higher education. Strong communication and collaborative skills are essential for leading diverse teams and managing capital projects.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of executive leadership in a large, complex organization.
• Experience in higher education or similar mission-driven environments.
• Ability to lead large teams and manage significant capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the vision, direction, and performance of the university’s facilities enterprise.
• Align facilities strategies with the university’s academic mission.
• Optimize resources and enhance the campus experience.

Skills

Executive leadership in facilities management

Strategic vision

Operational excellence

Financial acumen

Strong communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Collaborative leadership style

Education

Relevant degree in facilities management or related field

Job description

Atlanta, GA

Posted: 6/9/26
Deadline: 9/7/26

Responsibilities

The Vice President, Facilities & Building Services, serves as a key strategic leader responsible for the overall vision, direction, and performance of the university’s facilities enterprise. Reporting to the EVP and Chief Operating Officer, this role oversees comprehensive facilities operations, including capital planning and construction, plant operations, maintenance, custodial services, and campus safety infrastructure. The Vice President will play a critical role in aligning facilities strategies with the university’s academic mission and long‑term strategic priorities.

Qualifications

This leader will guide a complex, multifaceted organization, ensuring the effective stewardship of assets, the optimization of resources, and the delivery of high‑quality services that enhance the campus experience for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The role requires a forward‑thinking approach to infrastructure planning, including energy management, deferred maintenance, and integration of innovative technologies to improve efficiency and performance. The successful candidate will bring a proven track record of executive leadership in facilities management within a large, complex organization—ideally in higher education or a similarly mission‑driven environment. They will demonstrate strategic vision, operational excellence, and financial acumen, along with experience leading large teams and managing significant capital projects. A collaborative and transparent leadership style, strong communication skills, and the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups will be essential. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, solutions‑oriented leader committed to service, innovation, and continuous improvement in support of Georgia State University’s mission and growth.

About the Organization

Georgia State University is a nationally recognized public research institution located in downtown Atlanta, serving a diverse student population across multiple campuses. Known for its commitment to innovation, student success, and urban impact, GSU continues to experience significant growth and transformation—supported by a dynamic campus environment and evolving facilities’ needs. The Facilities Management Services Division provides Georgia State University with safe, functional, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing facilities through acquisition, planning, design, construction, cleaning, maintenance, operation, repair, and security of university facilities while strategically managing both financial and physical resources.

Other Information

WittKieffer is proud to partner with Georgia State University in recruiting for this position. The search is led by Ben Haden and Randi Miller. Candidates should submit a CV or résumé and a letter of interest addressing the themes outlined in the profile through the WittKieffer Candidate Portal.

Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.