Directing facilities operations, financial management, human resources, real estate leases, utilities and energy management, environmental services, and maintenance operations across approximately 1.5 million gross square feet of owned and leased facilities is the core of this leadership role. The Director of Facilities Management provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all facilities management functions supporting the Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH), the School of Nursing (SON), and the Berman Institute of Bioethics.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction and executive oversight for all Facilities Management operations serving BSPH, SON, and the Berman Institute
Lead a multidisciplinary organization of approximately 140 FTEs, including Maintenance, Environmental Services, and Facilities Management Administration
Establish performance expectations, promote accountability, and foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development
Ensure high-quality, cost-effective delivery of facilities services while maintaining service standards and operational excellence
Serve as the primary facilities management liaison with school leadership, faculty, administrative departments, university leadership, and external partners
Direct an annual Facilities Management operating budget of approximately $34 million
Oversee administrative operations including budgeting, financial management, payroll, human resources, procurement, and business systems
Ensure effective stewardship of financial resources and alignment with institutional priorities
Maximize utilization of enterprise systems including Maximo, Archibus (JHWorks), Workday, CAD, BIM, PMWeb, Gordian, AIA, and B2Gnow
Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all facilities through oversight of maintenance, environmental services, utilities, and infrastructure
Maintain compliance with Johns Hopkins University policies and all applicable regulatory requirements, including OSHA and MOSHA standards
Develop and implement long and short-term operational plans to support institutional priorities
Maintain the Schools' high standards for interior finishes, furnishings, design consistency, and overall facility appearance
Oversee all school and departmental real estate leases, representing approximately 145,000 gross square feet and an annual lease portfolio exceeding $5.5 million
Manage space allocation, occupancy planning, and furniture and equipment inventories to optimize utilization of institutional resources
Direct utility operations with an annual budget exceeding $8 million while implementing energy conservation measures to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs
Pursue utility rebate opportunities, including BGE Smart Energy Savers incentives, when appropriate
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Collaborate with the University's Office of Sustainability to support greenhouse gas reduction initiatives through energy conservation projects and performance reporting
Coordinate university-wide efforts related to facility condition assessments, utilities planning, and sustainability initiatives
Advise administrative leadership from the respective schools on deferred maintenance, infrastructure investments, renovation priorities, and long-term capital strategies
Present strategic facilities initiatives to senior leadership
Ensure departmental compliance with Johns Hopkins Local and Economic Inclusion initiatives and other institutional goals
Represent the Schools within university committees and professional organizations, fostering collaboration and sharing best practices
Represent the Schools' interests by serving on university committees and working groups, including Utilities LLC Operations Committee, Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) Access and ADA Facilities Compliance Subcommittee, Environmental Stewardship Committee, Bargaining Unit Directors Committee, and other university and professional committees as assigned
Serve as the Facilities Management subject matter expert for energy conservation and sustainability initiatives while promoting best practices across the institution
Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in related field
Ten years of related experience
Five years of progressively responsible management experience with facilities management and professional staff
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula
Nice to have:
Strong human relations and effective communication skills
Thorough knowledge of engineering techniques; architectural principles and practices; project and contract administration; local laws and codes governing construction; use of construction materials in buildings; utilities; grounds; alterations and repairs
Knowledge of budget accounting theory and cost accounting
Experience with research institutions or other large facilities operations
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Project Manager, the Internet, and database principles
Important Details
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
About the Company
This role supports the Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH), the School of Nursing (SON), and the Berman Institute of Bioethics. The Director reports to the Executive Vice Dean for Finance and Administration and maintains an accountability relationship with the Senior Vice President for Real Estate, Capital Strategy, and Development for compliance with university-wide policies and initiatives. The position also maintains a reporting relationship with the Associate Dean for Finance and Administration for the School of Nursing.
The university takes its name from 19th-century Maryland philanthropist Johns Hopkins, an entrepreneur with Quaker roots who believed in improving public health and education in Baltimore and beyond..
