Position Summary

The Director of Facilities & Capital Projects provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the school’s physical infrastructure and built environment. This role is responsible for maintaining safe, efficient, and well-functioning campus facilities while leading long-range capital planning, major renovation projects, and stewardship of institutional assets.

The Director ensures that daily maintenance operations align with long-term campus planning priorities and supports the school’s mission through effective management of facilities resources and capital investments. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial & Operations Officer (CFOO).

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of all building maintenance operations across all locations.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure safe and reliable facility operations.
• Supervise grounds maintenance operations, including landscaping, athletic fields support, and seasonal campus needs.
• Ensure facilities operate in compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement operational standards and performance expectations for facilities staff. 

Utilities & Infrastructure Management

• Oversee campus utilities systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and energy infrastructure.
• Monitor and analyze utility usage and identify opportunities for operational efficiency and cost management.
• Support sustainability and energy management initiatives where appropriate.

Capital Planning & Project Management

• Lead planning and execution of capital improvement and renovation projects.
• Collaborate with school leadership on long-range facilities planning and prioritization of capital investments.
• Manage relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, and external consultants.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and quality control throughout project lifecycles.
• Provide regular reporting on capital project status and financial performance.

Deferred Maintenance & Asset Stewardship

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive deferred maintenance plan.
• Align maintenance planning with institutional budgeting and long-term financial strategy.
• Maintain accurate facilities condition data to support capital forecasting.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Oversee procurement and management of facilities-related vendors and service contracts.
• Lead competitive bidding processes and contract evaluations.
• Ensure vendor performance meets institutional expectations for quality and service.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervise facilities and grounds personnel.
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, collaboration, and service.
• Establish clear workflows, maintenance standards, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate closely with Auxiliary Services leadership to support school programming needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive facilities or operations leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital construction or renovation projects.
• Strong financial and budget management skills.
• Experience in educational, institutional, or multi-facility environments preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout campus facilities to coordinate and oversee the use of spaces for academic programs, student activities, and external partnerships.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods when monitoring events, meetings, or facility operations.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move materials up to approximately 15–20 pounds, such as event supplies, signage, or small equipment.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer, phone, and printer, and to review digital and printed documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a variety of campus environments, including offices, indoor event spaces, and outdoor areas.

Strategic Impact

This role ensures responsible stewardship of the school’s physical assets while strengthening alignment between operational maintenance, capital investment, and long-term campus planning.

Application Process    

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references via https://www.dcds.edu/about/careers. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

About Detroit Country Day School

Founded in 1914, Detroit Country Day School is a top-tier, nationally ranked co-educational independent school for students in grades PreK3-12. The School offers an exemplary education rooted in academic rigor and a commitment to the full development of each student’s potential. The School develops citizens and leaders of the world in a culturally diverse environment of academic rigor, competitive athletics, and artistic expression, built on a foundation of service and character. For the 2025-2026 school year, the student community of 1,523 includes 388 students in the Lower School in grades PreK3-grade 3; 535 students in the Middle School in grades 4-8 and 600 students in the Upper School in grades 9-12. The School has an extremely diverse student population, of which over 40% identify as students of color. In all three divisions, Detroit Country Day School is known for its strong academics and the opportunities available to students in outstanding offerings in athletics, dance, instrumental and vocal music, drama, and the visual arts. Students achieve regional, state, and national recognition for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and athletics, as well as their par...ticipation in community service. The School has approximately 300 full-time employees. Seventy percent of faculty members have earned advanced degrees. Detroit Country Day School’s facilities are situated in two locations approximately three miles apart and less than one half hour from the center of Detroit. The Upper School (9-12) and Middle School (4-8) share adjoining campuses in Beverly Hills, where the administrative offices, facility services, safety and security services, and the main arts and athletics facilities are located. The Lower School (PreK-3) is located nearby in neighboring Bloomfield Hills. Both Beverly Hills and Bloomfield Hills are in Oakland County, which has the highest per capita income of any county in the state of Michigan and is one of the most affluent counties in the United States. The Detroit Country Day Upper School offers a strong and varied program that provides numerous opportunities for students to demonstrate their individual strengths and develop their potential. The rigorous college-preparatory program, which includes Honors and Advanced Placement courses in each discipline in addition to a diverse selection of electives, prepares students for college and beyond. In addition to a series of honors and Advanced Placement courses, students at Detroit Country Day Upper School may pursue an International Baccalaureate Diploma.

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