Facilities Director

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Facilities Director to lead Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) operations for a public-school account for the Greater Louisville area in Kentucky. Our high-profile leader will manage the multimillion-dollar contract, delivering services including Environmental Services (EVS), Grounds, Maintenance, Snow Management, and emergency response. Responsibilities include maintaining synthetic turf fields, irrigation systems, vegetation beds, and athletic line painting, as well as ensuring compliance with all client and Sodexo process requirements. This position will typically manage projects and ensure operational excellence providing innovative IFM solutions for our clients and community.
This is a potential sale and contingent offers will be made. Relocation Assistance is available and this role is annual incentive plan bonus eligible!

What You'll Do
Oversee all aspects of Integrated Facilities Management, including EVS, grounds, maintenance, and snow management.
Serve as the primary liaison with district leadership, including the Superintendent, to support educational excellence.
Respond to weather-related emergencies, provide and manage 24/7 on-call support for critical situations.
Lead a team of 100+ employees across multiple locations, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Manage a $7M budget and ensure cost-effective operations aligned with client expectations.

What We Offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring *
5+ years of director-level experience managing multi-site IFM operations, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and influencing C-Suite Level Clients in facilities innovations and asset management.
Demonstrated history of leading large teams and navigate complex stakeholder relationships in a public-school environment preferred.
Valid Driver's license and clear background are required
Strong financial acumen with experience managing multimillion dollar budgets successfully.
High-caliber professional presentation and ability to build trust with senior district leadership.
Expertise in grounds and maintenance operations, including emergency response readiness.
Ability to adapt to diverse personalities and political landscapes within large school districts.
Commitment to creating a positive, motivating environment to keep our teams engaged in Sodexo's mission and goals.

Position Summary
The Director of Facilities Operations is responsible for directing facilities maintenance operations of building(s) and property at a single unit. The Director of Facilities Operations manages the preventative maintenance and reactive repair of skilled trades, e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical, utilities; and manages the hiring, training and supervision of staff, professionals and management. The Director of Facilities Operations manages a safe and efficient working environment, essential to the performance of the business. The Director may oversee construction work and often manages other core Sodexo services, and/or logistics of business/operations services, e.g., grounds keeping, laundry, food, security, inventory, mail, concierge services.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years