Howard University · 3 hours ago
Manager, West Campus Facilities
Howard University Service Center
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $115K/yr
7+ years expHoward University is a prestigious institution dedicated to the well-being and professional growth of its community. The West Campus Facilities Manager provides senior-level leadership and operational management for facilities, maintenance, custodial coordination, and infrastructure operations across the West Campus, ensuring that all buildings and grounds are safe and operational.
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Responsibilities
Leads daily facilities operations for West Campus to ensure uninterrupted, high-quality building performance
Manages preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance across HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems
Conducts regular facility inspections to identify deficiencies, risks, code issues, and asset renewal needs
Ensures timely work order management, documentation accuracy, and performance tracking through the CMMS
Ensures coordination with capital projects and handoff from construction to operations
Coordinates custodial scheduling, assignments, and service quality aligned with APPA Level 2 standards
Evaluates custodial contractor performance and directs corrective actions when service gaps arise
Oversees on-site performance of vendors supporting maintenance, custodial, utilities, and technical service operations
Ensures full compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, fire/life safety codes, and environmental health requirements
Supports audits, inspections, and regulatory documentation
Implements preventive maintenance programs to optimize asset life, system reliability, and operational efficiency
Works closely with the Deputy Director and QA/QC Manager on engineering standards and continuous improvement initiatives
Recommends capital renewal and lifecycle replacement priorities for campus infrastructure
Acts as the primary point of contact for West Campus stakeholders
Communicates maintenance activities, project impacts, and operational issues clearly and professionally
Supports high-demand operational needs such as special events, move-ins/outs, and seasonal transitions
Leads operational response during outages, building emergencies, and severe weather events
Ensures appropriate use of PPE, safe work practices, and hazard mitigation strategies
Supports continuity-of-operations planning for critical campus systems
Provides input on staffing needs, training, workflows, and operational efficiencies
Supports deferred maintenance efforts and campus improvement initiatives
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
At least 7 years of progressive experience in facilities operations, building maintenance, or engineering services
Supervisory experience overseeing teams or contractors
Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems
Proficiency with CMMS systems and work order management
Ability to respond to emergencies, work evenings/weekends, and support critical campus needs
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred; associate degree with extensive experience considered
OSHA, CEFP, or trade certifications preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
Company
Howard University
Howard University is a federally chartered, private, coeducational, and nonsectarian university.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (22)
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2023 (31)
2022 (29)
2021 (14)
2020 (12)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$29.9MKey Investors
Gilead SciencesAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2024-02-27Grant
2023-12-01Grant· $0.02M
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Ta-Nehisi Coates
Sterling Brown Endowed Chair, Department of English
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