Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager 2

Role Overview

Sodexo has an exciting opportunity for a Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager 2 supporting Nazareth University. Our successful candidate will provide leadership and oversight for a complex, multi‑building higher education campus, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient facilities operations. This role is responsible for Facilities Management, financial performance, capital planning, and team leadership while maintaining strong client partnerships and service excellence. A valid driver's license is required for this position.

Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students" well-being and create a healthy learning environment.

What You"ll Do

• Lead daily facilities and engineering operations across a 1.34M sq. ft. campus, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, while also supporting the Director of Facilities in all daily operations
• Manage financial performance, including budgets, forecasting, capital planning, and project cost control
• Oversee preventive maintenance, life‑cycle asset planning, and Facilities Condition Assessments (FCA)
• Support the Director of Facilities in directing large multidisciplinary teams, providing strong leadership and guidance to the staff
• Partner closely with university stakeholders, vendors, and contractors to deliver high‑quality services
• Ensure compliance with safety programs, regulatory requirements, and sustainability initiatives
• Providing project management support for the Facilities department, with a focus on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) projects

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate"s education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate"s specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Demonstrated experience in hard Facilities Management (MEP) within a complex campus or institutional environment
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, P&L management, and capital project oversight
• Proven leadership experience managing large teams and multiple disciplines
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Proficiency with CMMS platforms and technical systems (AutoCAD preferred)
• Strong communication, presentation, and client‑relationship skills

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 5 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services