Facilities Director

Overview

Director of Facilities – Lincoln University

Thompson Facilities Services

At https://www.thompsonhospitality.com, we are committed to delivering exceptional facilities management solutions that support safe, sustainable, and high-performing campus environments. Through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and a service-driven culture, Thompson Facilities Services partners with colleges and universities to maintain world-class learning and living spaces. We are currently seeking an experienced Director of Facilities to lead campus-wide operations.

Position Summary

The Director of Facilities is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic planning, and operational management of all campus facilities functions. This includes maintenance, custodial services, grounds, utilities, capital projects, and vendor management. The role ensures that all facilities operations align with institutional goals, regulatory requirements, safety standards, and service excellence expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all campus facilities operations
• Oversee maintenance, custodial, grounds, utilities, and support service departments
• Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets for facilities operations
• Lead long-term facilities planning, capital improvement projects, and infrastructure upgrades
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, building codes, environmental standards, and institutional policies
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and performance for outsourced services
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for facilities operations
• Lead and develop facilities leadership teams, supervisors, and support staff
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and ensure asset reliability and lifecycle management
• Collaborate with campus leadership on strategic initiatives, space planning, and campus development
• Respond to and resolve high-level operational issues and emergency situations
• Promote sustainability initiatives, energy efficiency, and cost optimization strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, preferably in higher education or large institutional environments
• 5+ years of senior leadership or director-level experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural, grounds, custodial operations)
• Proven experience managing large operating budgets and capital projects
• Familiarity with CMMS systems, asset management tools, and facilities analytics
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, and safety standards

Physical Requirements

• Ability to traverse large campus environments for inspections and oversight
• Occasional exposure to mechanical rooms, construction sites, and outdoor environments
• Ability to respond to campus emergencies outside standard business hours when required
• Occasional lifting up to 25–50 pounds during operational oversight activities

Competitive Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k), matched up to 4%
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Pet Insurance
• Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants
• Employees and their relatives are eligible for a discounted meal plan at any of our HBCU client locations while they are attending school

Who We Are:

 

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities.  We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, preferably in higher education or large institutional environments
• 5+ years of senior leadership or director-level experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural, grounds, custodial operations)
• Proven experience managing large operating budgets and capital projects
• Familiarity with CMMS systems, asset management tools, and facilities analytics
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, and safety standards

Physical Requirements

• Ability to traverse large campus environments for inspections and oversight
• Occasional exposure to mechanical rooms, construction sites, and outdoor environments
• Ability to respond to campus emergencies outside standard business hours when required
• Occasional lifting up to 25–50 pounds during operational oversight activities

Competitive Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k), matched up to 4%
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Pet Insurance
• Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants
• Employees and their relatives are eligible for a discounted meal plan at any of our HBCU client locations while they are attending school

Who We Are:

 

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities.  We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all campus facilities operations
• Oversee maintenance, custodial, grounds, utilities, and support service departments
• Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets for facilities operations
• Lead long-term facilities planning, capital improvement projects, and infrastructure upgrades
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, building codes, environmental standards, and institutional policies
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and performance for outsourced services
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for facilities operations
• Lead and develop facilities leadership teams, supervisors, and support staff
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and ensure asset reliability and lifecycle management
• Collaborate with campus leadership on strategic initiatives, space planning, and campus development
• Respond to and resolve high-level operational issues and emergency situations
• Promote sustainability initiatives, energy efficiency, and cost optimization strategies