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Stevens Institute of Technology · 1 day ago

Assistant Vice President for Facilities

positionHoboken, NJ
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$180K/yr - $252K/yr
date10+ years exp

Stevens Institute of Technology is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Vice President for Facilities. The AVP will be responsible for directing various departments related to facilities operations, ensuring effective management and oversight of capital projects, and leading a team to maintain a safe and compliant campus environment.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall management, supervision, and performance of all facilities operations, including:
HVAC: automated controls, air handlers, steam stations, pneumatic systems, refrigeration
Electrical Systems: normal and emergency power (120v–4160v), generators, ATS systems, monitoring, LED lighting
Plumbing: domestic water, lab waste, gas/air/vacuum systems, RO/DI systems
Carpentry & Painting: doors/automated doors, sheetrock, ceilings, painting, fire stopping, minor construction
Fire & Life Safety: fire alarms, sprinklers/standpipes, chemical treatment
Grounds maintenance, snow removal, landscaping, event setups/breakdowns
Waste/trash removal, recycling, and overall campus presentation
Fleet maintenance for all Facilities & Operations vehicles
Chiller plant operations
Utility plants and distribution systems
Energy management systems and utility procurement
Building Management Systems (BMS) and CMMS optimization
Post Office/mail and receiving operations
Stockroom, accounts payable/receivable, work order systems, dispatch
Keying systems and campus-wide card access management
Assist the Vice President in oversight of capital projects to ensure scope, budget, quality, and timelines are met
Assist with architect/engineer selection, contractor bidding, and early-stage project planning
Collaborate with Design & Construction and Sustainability/Transportation on long-term campus energy strategies, including EV charging expansion
Lead and develop a team of managers, foremen, engineers, mechanics, custodians, and unionized staff
Provide 24/7 operational leadership including participation in the Manager On Call rotation
Establish work schedules ensuring seven‑day campus coverage
Maintain compliance with authorities having jurisdiction
Direct union shop staff and manage labor relations
Develop and manage annual operating budgets
Prepare reports, KPIs, and performance dashboards
Ensure an attractive, safe, compliant, and welcoming campus environment

Qualification

Facilities managementHVAC systemsElectrical systemsPlumbing systemsBuilding management systemsCMMS knowledgeEnergy managementUnionized environment experienceOperational efficiencyCross-functional managementLeadership

Required

BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field; advanced degree (MBA) and professional certifications preferred
10+ years of progressive, hands-on facilities management experience, ideally in higher education; corporate/institutional/hospital 24x7 environments considered
Demonstrated leadership across ALL core facilities operations, including: Custodial, Grounds, Waste and recycling, Trades (HVAC, MEP, electrical, plumbing), Central plant operations, Building systems and controls
Experience progressing from field operations to senior operational leadership
At least five years of bargaining unit supervision in a unionized environment
Knowledge of CMMS, BMS, and modern facilities technologies
Experience using AI tools for operational and financial efficiency highly preferred
Ability to respond to emergency conditions and function effectively under pressure

Preferred

Expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
Experience with utility distribution networks and energy conservation programs
Strong background in cross‑functional operational management in a 24/7 campus or institutional setting

Company

Stevens Institute of Technology

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Stevens Institute of Technology is a private research university that offers educational programs.
dateFounded in 1870
location
Hoboken, New Jersey, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://www.stevens.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

Stevens Institute of Technology has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (25)
2024 (33)
2023 (37)
2022 (21)
2021 (24)
2020 (26)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$15.78M
Key Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of EducationA. James and Alice B. Clark Foundation
2022-09-19Grant
2022-09-14Grant· $0.75M
2021-12-02Grant· $0.03M

Leadership Team

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Paul Rohmeyer
Adjunct Professor of Information Systems - School of Business
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