Director of Engineering & Utilities

Florida Atlantic University•Boca Raton, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Management at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director of Engineering & Utilities in Boca Raton, Florida. The Director provides strategic, administrative, and technical leadership for the University’s utility systems, engineering functions, and related infrastructure across all six FAU campuses. The position ensures reliable, efficient, and sustainable operation of systems including HVAC, chilled water, electrical distribution, domestic water, sanitary and stormwater systems, and other key utilities. It administers and plans Engineering and Utilities operations, supports capital projects, develops technical standards and policies, ensures compliance, optimizes utility systems and resources, and coordinates emergency response. Operations must align with Facilities Management priorities, institutional requirements, applicable regulations, and long-term infrastructure needs. This position is designated as Essential Personnel. The Director oversees campus-wide utility operations and maintenance; uses utility consumption, CMMS, BAS, system performance, and contracted-service data to inform maintenance, operational and lifecycle decisions; and maintains system records and documentation. The position serves as the technical authority for mechanical, electrical, and utility systems in construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects, and develops long-term capital plans based on infrastructure assessments and forecasts. The Director leads the development and review of policies, standards, and engineering guidelines; ensures records, permits, inspections, performance logs, regulatory submissions, and other documentation are complete and current; and coordinates with Environmental Health & Safety and oversight units on compliance. The role develops and administers the Engineering and Utilities operating budget, manages utility expenditures and resources, coordinates business processes, and recommends investments based on lifecycle costs, system condition, performance, and energy savings. The Director leads preparedness, continuity, response, restoration, and resilience planning for utility and infrastructure emergencies in coordination with University partners. The role represents Engineering and Utilities on committees and working groups, coordinates with consultants, contractors, and utility providers, communicates service interruptions and scheduled work, and supervises and develops Engineering and Utilities personnel.

Requirements

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience.

Nice To Haves

University experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct the administration, operation, maintenance, and performance of campus-wide utility systems and internal and external mechanical and electrical infrastructure.
Use utility consumption, CMMS, BAS, system performance, and contracted-service data to guide maintenance planning, operational decisions, efficiency improvements, lifecycle priorities, and resource optimization.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of utility systems, equipment specifications, and engineering evaluations.
Serve as the technical authority for review and coordination of mechanical, electrical, and utility systems on new construction, renovations, and major infrastructure projects.
Develop long-term capital plans based on technical assessments and forecasts of infrastructure condition, utility expansion, deferred maintenance risks, resilience, and energy-efficiency opportunities.
Lead development, implementation, and periodic review of Engineering and Utilities policies, standards, and engineering guidelines.
Ensure system records, permits, inspections, performance logs, regulatory submissions, and other documentation are accurate, current, and complete; lead or support audits and inspections.
Coordinate with Environmental Health & Safety and other oversight units to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Develop and administer the Engineering and Utilities operating budget in coordination with the Facilities Management Budget Office; monitor utility expenditures, service contracts, resource utilization, staffing, and other operating and financial requirements.
Coordinate with the Facilities Management Business Office on utility-related chargebacks, cost recovery, procurement, and other business processes.
Develop resource and investment recommendations based on lifecycle costs, system performance and condition, energy savings projects, and capital reinvestment.
Lead preparedness, continuity, response, restoration, and resilience planning for utility and infrastructure emergencies and operational disruptions in coordination with University partners.
Represent Engineering and Utilities on University, SUS, and state-level facilities and professional committees and working groups, as appropriate.
Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and utility providers to support utility infrastructure development.
Communicate with campus stakeholders about scheduled work and unplanned service interruptions.
Direct and supervise Engineering and Utilities personnel, set performance expectations, establish accountability, and delegate responsibilities.
Develop workforce capability, succession readiness, technical expertise, licensure and certification, and cross-training.
Perform other job-related duties as required.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including PPO/HMO options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Flexible Spending plans.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
State retirement options, including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for state employees.
Sick Leave Pool Program.
Paid time off for eligible employees, including vacation and sick leave, one personal day, nine paid holidays, and paid winter break at the President’s discretion.
Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day.
Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible staff and faculty, with tuition assistance after six months of full-time employment; eligibility rules apply.