Directors of Facilities
(For higher
education institutions in Texas)
ARAMARK Corporation
ARAMARK seeks experienced, energetic Directors of Facilities with superior strategic, operational, financial and interpersonal skills to serve current and future higher education clients in Texas.
ARAMARK (NYSE:RMK ) is a world leader in providing managed services -- including food, facility and other support services and uniform and career apparel. ARAMARK serves the business, education, healthcare, government and sports and recreation industries. In FORTUNE Magazine's 2003 survey of the "Most Admired Companies in America," ARAMARK ranks No. 1 in the outsourcing services category and is No. 10 among all companies included in the survey by overall score as evaluated by peers within the industry. Headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, ARAMARK has approximately 200,000 employees serving clients in 18 countries. More details about ARAMARK can be acquired at www.ARAMARK.com
ARAMARK believes that the facilities of a college or
university - next to its faculty, students, and staff - constitute its most
important asset. So the provision of adequate financial resources for the operation,
maintenance and planning of college or university’s facilities
has become one of the most significant challenges facing higher education
today.
ARAMARK has developed a proven approach to leadership of facilities management
that promotes and creates a physical environment supportive of the educational,
residential, social and athletic programs on a campus. They understand that, in
the right environment, students and faculty are allowed to flourish.
ARAMARK’s broad portfolio of campus facilities management services, include:
- Comprehensive
Facilities Management
- Plant
Operations and Maintenance
- Custodial
- Grounds
and Landscaping
- Energy
Management
- Utility
Master Planning
- Capital
Program Management
- Building
Systems Commissioning Specialized
Technical and Financial Services
THE ROLE
Reporting directly to an administrative executive of a specific campus client (while simultaneously reporting to an off-site, ARAMARK District Manager), the Facilities Director will direct facilities operations, including but not limited to, plant engineering, maintenance, custodial and grounds services. Directors will also be responsible for overseeing construction and renovation project planning and implementation. Budgeting labor, supplies, equipment and related services/materials required for cost-effective operations is also expected.
Regular surveys and measurements of the performance and value of service delivery progress and results, as determined by the client, must be composed and completed. Results must be analyzed and communicated with the client. Subsequently, findings and feedback must be utilized to create continual improvement.
Leading a diverse workforce of administrative, service, trade and support staff is paramount to successful facilities management. The Director must engage and empower this workforce through training, delegation and mentoring to produce a strong service and delivery organization.
EXPECTATIONS and CHALLENGES
A central challenge facing the Director is to provide leadership to achieve exceptional operational and financial performance. Planning and linking facilities management with the strategic vision and service interests of the client must accomplish this goal. By looking beyond the satisfaction gained from the quick completion of tasks, strategic solutions should be formulated and advanced for long-term institutional value. By becoming immersed in and knowledgeable about the culture of the campus and issues of each service unit, the Director should recognize opportunities to offer solutions and/or assist in development, implementation, resource utilization or organizational coordination necessary to achieve desired strategic results.
The Director must strive to create a contemporary service organization that is proactive and collaborative which reaches out to customers to understand their needs and problems, acknowledges common priorities and earns the support and assistance of others. Establishing effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, parents and other administrative units can do this. Visible, active leadership is absolutely essential.
The Director must be adept in communicating plans, progress, results and achievements to an array of clients, customers, colleagues, subordinates and ARAMARK officers. Whether in one-on-one sessions, group meetings or using verbal presentations or written/computer reports, the Director must be clear and persuasive.
Finally, ARAMARK expects that a Facilities Director will grow, develop and advance. Whether advancing to another higher education client in or outside of Texas or moving into a different position within the Corporation, a Director will have access to formal, annual career development programs and training to clarify and prepare for the future.
The ideal candidate should possess:
· A bachelor’s degree with a technical knowledge of plant operations and maintenance, capital construction program management and preventative maintenance programs;
· Experience in higher education or hospitality industry is required;
· Strong financial analysis and interpretation skills, including P&L accountability and/or contract-managed service experience desired;
· A style with colleagues and staff that is direct and decisive as well as collegial and personally approachable;
· The agility and inclination to advance complex projects and solve problems generally in a collaborative mode;
· Keen sense of diplomacy and discretion; Integrity, energy and resilience;
· The maturity and confidence to operate at the senior level, comfortable in the spotlight, yet content to ensure the success of others from behind the scene;
· A dynamic, focused, consistent work ethic.
TO APPLY
All inquiries, nominations/referrals, and resumes with cover letters, should be sent in confidence to:
Donna Cramer
Senior Associate
ISAACSON, MILLER
334 Boylston Street. Suite 500
Boston, Massachusetts 02116
Tel: 617-262-6500
Fax: 617-262-6509
Aramark Corporation is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications form women and minorities.