Director Facilities Operations
Sodexo is hiring our Director Facilities Operations for the Indianapolis area for a potential sale. This role requires a dynamic facilities leader with exceptional executive presence and the ability to confidently engage with C‑suite stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings deep custodial operations expertise, strong communication skills, and a proven track record of developing high‑performing PM programs. A background in educational facilities is essential, with K‑12 experience strongly preferred. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in custodial emergency response, including COVID‑related protocols, and possess the operational insight needed to support complex campus environments while driving service quality, safety, and organizational alignment.
What You'll Do
Engage confidently with C‑suite level leaders, demonstrating exceptional executive presence while delivering clear operational updates, strategic recommendations, and performance insights.
Lead and optimize custodial operations, applying deep expertise in custodial workflows, staffing, quality assurance, and service delivery across complex educational environments, with a strong preference for K‑12 experience.
Develop, implement, and refine Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs, including Pike‑specific PM structures, ensuring strong communication, cross‑team alignment, and measurable improvements in facility performance.
Oversee emergency and COVID‑related custodial response efforts, establishing protocols, coordinating rapid action plans, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across campus facilities.
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
A polished executive presence with the ability to communicate confidently and credibly with C‑suite level leaders, both in person and on camera.
Deep custodial operations expertise, including staffing, quality control, workflow design, and a strong understanding of emergency and COVID‑response protocols.
Proven success developing and implementing Preventive Maintenance programs, including Pike‑specific PM structures, supported by exceptional communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
A solid facilities management background in educational environments, with campus experience welcomed and K‑12 experience strongly preferred.
Potential sale, contingent offers will be made.
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
Director Facilities Operations for the Indianapolis area $112,000-$118,000 + Bonus and Relocation
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