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Director 2 - Facilities Operations

at Sodexo in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Unit Description

Mentoring a team, running a business and partnering with clients all come together in this role.

Sodexo is seeking a Director of Facility Operations for our Education Services Division located in the Midwest Region to include Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Michigan, and Texas.The role requires *100% traveling** and an openness to relocation to any one of the states mentioned based on business need.

Are You the One?

Our clients depend on your expertise to help them to optimize their business. If you are a Strategic Facilities Manager with the ability to develop innovative technical solutions while successfully managing key performance indicators to drive strong business results, this may be the opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Combine your proven leadership and Facilities Management technical expertise to enhance existing (or new) client programs including short- and long-range planning, construction/renovation projects, preventative and corrective maintenance, energy management, grounds and landscaping, janitorial, mail room operations, shipping and receiving, laboratory services and data center management services.

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:

+ a proven track record of successful Facilities Management leadership experience as demonstrated by articulated results and accomplishments;

+ strong technical knowledge of the following: mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structural, safety systems, architectural, landscape and energy management, preferred;

+ demonstrated business and financial acumen with a strong P&L understanding;

+ exceptional customer service, relationship building, presentation and communication skills;

+ strong Leadership skills with a focus on staff development and team building;

+ Certified Facilities Manager (CFM) is a plus; and

+ a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related fields is preferred.

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.

Not the job for you?

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) .

Working for Sodexo:

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.

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.

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.

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-MO-Springfield | US-TX-Austin | US-IL-Chicago | US-TX-Dallas | US-MI-Detroit | US-IN-Fishers | US-TX-Ft Worth | US-TX-Houston | US-IN-Indianapolis | US-TX-San Antonio | US-MO-Missouri…

System ID 964518

Category Facilities

Relocation Type No

Employment Status Full-Time

Posted Range $79900 to $120890

Company : Segment Desc SCHOOL SERVICES

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Job Posting: JC241005971

Posted On: May 27, 2023

Updated On: Jul 26, 2023

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