Executive Director, Facilities Services

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The Executive Director of Facility Services provides overall strategic leadership and operational oversight for all facilities, grounds, maintenance, custodial, utilities, capital projects, and campus infrastructure for Bucks County Community College across all 4 of its campuses (Newtown, Bristol, Croydon, Perkasie). This position ensures that all college facilities are safe, compliant, sustainable, and fully supportive of institutional mission and activities.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Executive Director plays a critical role in campus planning, operations, resource stewardship, and continuity of operations. The Executive Director will work directly with other departments reporting to the COO, including, Security and Safety, Space and Place Management, Environmental Health and Safety, Information Technology Services, and Conference & Event Services.

Responsibilities include development and implementation of best practices for all facilities and grounds operations and development of and compliance with policies and procedures for facilities management and capital planning, including development, maintenance and monitoring of the deferred maintenance and college master plan.

The Executive Director will be responsible for the management of personnel, finances, equipment, policies and procedures, as well as the implementation of campus improvements and assessment of initiatives related to campus facilities.

The Executive Director will ensure the campus environments are aesthetically pleasing; conducive to the learning process; and support the public service functions of the institution.

Essential Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Planning

• Lead long-range capital planning, renovation strategies, deferred maintenance reduction, and sustainability initiatives.

• Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership on facilities investment, risk management, and campus infrastructure.

• Represents Facilities Services and BCCC at meetings, events, and conferences. Participates in standing ad ad-hoc campus committees and working groups.

Operations and Maintenance

• Direct all day-to-day operations for buildings, grounds, utilities, custodial services, and maintenance across all campuses and satellite locations.

• Ensure optimal performance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life-safety, and building automation systems.

• Establish preventive and predictive maintenance programs to extend asset life and reduce emergency repairs.

• Oversee the College’s Facilities Management/Work Order System, including producing reports and analytical assessment and key performance indicators (KPIs) for Facilities Services

Capital Projects and Construction

• Lead planning, design, procurement, and construction of new buildings, renovations, and major infrastructure projects.

• Oversee architects, engineers, construction managers, and contractors.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with all codes and institutional standards.

• Develop and manage renovation and repair projects from inception to completion.

Budget and Financial Management

• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets for facilities services.

• Track expenditures, control costs, and identify opportunities for efficiency and energy savings.

• Prepare operating and capital budgets, grant applications, and renovation and construction project documentation.

Compliance, Safety and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal building, safety, environmental, and accessibility regulations (e.g., OSHA, ADA, fire/life safety).

• Actively participate and support campus emergency preparedness related to facilities, utilities, and infrastructure resilience.

Personnel Management and Development

• Recruit, lead, develop, and mentor managerial, maintenance, and administrative staff.

• Foster a culture of service, accountability, safety, and continuous imp