Facilities Engineering Operations Manager - Greenwich, CT (Onsite)We are seeking our Facilities Engineering Operations Manager to support our partnership at Greenwich Academy, a renowned K-12 independent school in Greenwich, CT. Our leader will have Custodial Operations background and experience with Building Automation Systems and MEP Maintenance. This is a high-visibility leadership role, managing the second shift, typically ~2:00pm-10:00pm Monday through Friday. Our manager will partner with and be second in responsibility to our Facilities Director to deliver best-in-class integrated facilities management (IFM) services while aligning with the Academy’s mission of excellence and care for its students, faculty, and historic campus.Our ideal candidate brings strong Custodial and Maintenance leadership experience, including hands-on technical knowledge, team development skills, and a passion for maintaining beautiful, safe, and high-performing educational environments.What You'll Do:
Lead and mentor our 2nd shift ~2:00pm-10:00pm team of custodial and skilled trades teams to ensure a well-maintained and welcoming campus environment
Provide leadership and direction for the operation when the Director is away
Foster strong relationships with school leadership and faculty by listening closely, communicating proactively, and delivering responsive service
Oversee all aspects of facility operations, including custodial services preventive and predictive maintenance
Leverage your knowledge of Building Automation Systems (Trane preferred) to troubleshoot issues and continuously improve performance
Collaborate with campus stakeholders to support events, seasonal needs, and long-term planning initiatives
Key Duties:
Manage one other manager typically, in account with smaller volume and FTE count, Manage by walking around, Staffs, trains, and is responsible for employee development
Technical client interface
Payroll and time mgmt. of frontline staff
Oversees and coordinates projects
Manages work orders/CMMS
Manages mechanicals (i.e. HVAC)
Manages financials
Responsible for client relations/engagement
Manages QA and Safety.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
3 years' work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services.
Custodial Operations background and experience with Building Automation Systems and MEP Maintenance.
Hands-on experience in mechanical systems and BAS maintenance.
Experience in comprehensive facilities program in a school or similar campus setting, including the second shift.
Experience leading high-performing facilities teams.
