Facilities Manager

Fayerweather Street School seeks an experienced, collaborative Facilities Manager to lead the stewardship, safety, and operational excellence of the school's campus. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations and partnering closely with the Head of School, the Facilities Manager oversees the maintenance, operation, and long-term planning of the school's buildings and grounds.

This role requires a facilities leader who combines strategic thinking with practical problem-solving and a willingness to engage directly in day-to-day campus operations. The Facilities Manager ensures that the physical environment supports exceptional teaching and learning while maintaining high standards of safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency.

Main Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of school buildings and grounds, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-maintained campus.
• Implement and manage preventive maintenance programs for building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and lighting.
• Manage facilities work orders and coordinate support for school events, programs, and community use of campus spaces.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance equipment, supplies, and replacement parts.
• Supervise and mentor facilities staff while fostering a professional, service-oriented team culture.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors, including custodial, landscaping, and specialized service providers.
• Establish efficient systems and workflows that support the operational needs of students, faculty, and staff.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA standards.
• Oversee construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects, coordinating contractors to minimize disruption to school operations.
• Maintain and update campus emergency response plans, conduct regular drills and training, and ensure that all staff and students are aware of their roles and responsibilities in the event of an emergency.

• 5+ years of experience in facilities management, preferably in an educational setting.
• Proven track record of successful facilities management, including experience with preventive maintenance, facilities operations, and capital improvement projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including staff, students, faculty, and external vendors.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA standards.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as facilities management, engineering, or business administration.