Unit Description

Facilities Operations Management careers are challenging! But you get results. Sodexo seeks our innovative Director of Facilities Operations to support integrated facilities at Claflin College, in Orangeburg, SC. 5 years Director experience in fully integrated facilities management in a complex, multi-building occupied space environment is required. Experience working in an HBCU preferred. HIGH SALARY and ANNUAL BONUS. Our successful candidate will lead and inspire our team on Sodexo's mission to provide quality facilities services and work within the small town culture to manage - Maintenance, Environmental Services and Grounds for 30+ buildings across campus.

Claflin is conveniently located just about an hour to Greater Charleston in one direction and 45 minutes to Columbia, SC in the other. Claflin is recognized as one of the countries top HBCU's, covers 49 acres. Click here or more informationClaflin College. (https://www.claflin.edu/.) Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

Our clients depend on your expertise to help them to optimize their business. If you are a Strategic Facilities Director with the ability to develop innovative technical solutions to drive strong business results, this may be the opportunity for you! Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

Reporting directly to the District Manager, this Facilities Director will provide strong strategic senior level Facilities Operations leadership while influencing C-Suite level clients on all matters relating to contract and account operations. Our leader will maintain a solid and mutually beneficial business relationship with our client partners. Day to day Facilities account responsibilities will include providing overall planning, strategic innovation and implementation of the campus plan, achieving operations and financial goals and providing direction and guidance to the Facilities team of managers and employees. IFM operations include: Maintenance, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, repair, Project Management, Environmental Services, Grounds and Landscaping.

As Director of Facilities Operations at Claflin, you will:

• Manage implementation of the University's Master Plan

• Provide senior level direction for all major Facilities projects

• Interview, train and develop staff to assure succession planning

• Lead initiatives to standardize the operations, maintenance, renovation and construction of campus buildings

• Manage interviewing, notes, offers, hiring, and professional development for effective succession planning

• Direct daily operations of Facilities Department, ensure all work supports and is consistent with Sodexo standards

• Provide strategic leadership by aligning Facilities Management’s performance and its mission statement with the College’s culture, expectations, and long-range plans

• Develop and maintain an integrated, strategically aligned facilities organization demonstrating and supporting a commitment to client services

• Obtain bids for projects and continually evaluate vendor pricing and services to ensure quality of work and savings for the college

• Manage operating expenses, construction projects, major renewal and replacement projects securing funding as appropriate

• Establish and enhance Facilities goals and objectives, allocate resources, control operating expenses, and ensure efficient operation of all departmental functions with sound maintenance practices

• Lead renovation and construction projects and coordinate and engage architects and structural engineers

We are looking for candidates who have:

• BS in Engineering or other related field

• 5+ years previous director experience in Fully Integrated Facilities Management in a large, complex university or hospital environment

• Knowledge of Hard FM, trades and disciplines, including Energy management

• Proven success providing innovative, out of the box strategies to complex issues

• Excellent leadership skills, and willing to train and mentor staff

This leadership position offers Annual Incentive Bonus opportunity, Relocation assistance and succession planning to continue career growth with Sodexo and the support of a Global company!

Working for Sodexo:

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.

How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities.

Make an Immediate Impact.

Sodexo is the North American leader for Quality of Life Services. More than 150,000 Sodexo employees work to improve the quality of daily life for our 13,000 client sites in North America. Sodexo partners with clients to help them attain their strategic vision by developing Facility Management service solutions that increase the effectiveness of their people, enhance their business processes and optimize their infrastructure, which deliver tangible outcomes.

Our client portfolio spans multiple markets across the nation including education, corporate services, healthcare and government services, which means we can offer a career full of variety, challenge and tremendous growth opportunities.

At Sodexo, we offer Facilities Management positions in Corporate, Schools, Universities, Energy and Resources, Government and Agencies, Healthcare and Senior Living locations across the United States. Continue your search for Facilities Management jobs (http://bit.ly/SdxFMjobs) .

What We Offer

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic education requirement- Bachelor’sdegree or equivalent experience

Basic management experience- 5 years

Basic functional experience- 5 years

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Location US-SC-ORANGEBURG

System ID 975588

Category Facilities

Relocation Type No

Employment Status Full-Time

Posted Range $90500 to $136950

Company : Segment Desc UNIVERSITIES

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