Facilities Asset Director

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Boston, MA

6h•$140,000 - $155,000

About The Position

MassArt is seeking a strategic and data-driven Facilities Asset Director to oversee a diverse portfolio of academic, residential, and real property assets. This pivotal role is responsible for driving asset-level performance, executing long-term capital and business plans, and ensuring that our physical footprint supports the college's mission of creative excellence. The Director will act as the primary lead for the portfolio's financial health, operational efficiency, and strategic evolution.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Significant progressive Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) experience in Real Estate, Higher Education, or Healthcare institutions.
Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling software; experience with property management software.
Strong negotiation skills and experience managing external partnerships.
Solid understanding of building systems, construction management, and CAPEX budgeting.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data for non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to thrive in a mission-driven, public-sector environment.
Proven ability to handle confidential information with a high degree of discretion.
Must be eligible to work in the US at the time of employment.
Must complete all onboarding tasks including a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background review.
Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the US by completing the Form 19, Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Required to show proof of identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of the start of employment.
Must complete all paperwork before being authorized to work.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or professional certification (CFA, PMP, etc.).
Experience working with state agencies such as DCAMM, MSCBA, or MassDevelopment.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of asset-level business plans, including strategies for leasing, capital improvements, and operations.
Monitor building and space usage data to provide data-backed recommendations to senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.
Build and maintain financial models to evaluate asset management initiatives and value-add opportunities.
Track and keep up to date development in the Longwood area and with the other Colleges of the Fenway.
Coordinate and work in partnership with the AVP for Facilities to manage in-house and third-party property managers and vendors to ensure compliance, cost control, and high standards of facility maintenance.
Conduct regular walk throughs to assess physical property conditions and verify operational performance.
Collaborate with stakeholders to execute space leases and renewals (e.g., TreeHouse Residence/Carbon Health, Artist Residence/Sodexo, and SOWA district gallery space).
Conduct "rehab vs. build vs. lease" analyses for additional space needs.