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Summary

The Manager of Building Operations plays a critical role in overseeing the daily operation and maintenance of a 100,000-square-foot, indoor/outdoor cultural campus. The role emphasizes the management of MEP (Mechanical Electrical Plumbing) systems and the direct supervision of a building maintenance team. This position ensures optimal performance of all facility systems while maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for staff, visitors, and partners. The Manager collaborates closely with internal departments and external vendors to support museum programs, events, and operational needs.

The Manager of Building Operations reports to the Director of Building Operations and directly supervises a team of building maintainers and maintenance technicians. This position requires strong communication, leadership, and coordination skills to work collaboratively across departments in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

• Oversee and ensure daily, reliable operation of all MEP systems, including HVAC, Building Management Systems (BMS), lighting, elevators, plumbing, and fire/life safety systems.

• Lead and supervise the building maintenance team: assign daily tasks, set priorities, conduct regular check-ins, support professional development, and ensure accountability.

• Serve as a responsive and proactive internal service provider—anticipating and resolving issues affecting staff workspaces, event setups, gallery environments, and visitor-facing areas.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve technical building issues in collaboration with technicians and third-party service providers.

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans and standard operating procedures to ensure long-term sustainability and optimal performance of systems and infrastructure.

• Coordinate and manage vendor contracts and performance across multiple building-related services: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, waste, janitorial, elevator services, landscaping, and pest control.

• Manage the work order system, ensuring tasks are prioritized appropriately, tracked efficiently, and documented accurately to inform planning and reporting.

• Assist in the planning, budgeting, and oversight of capital projects and minor renovations, working with architects, engineers, and contractors to represent facilities interests and ensure constructability and maintainability.

• Track, organize, and process all facilities-related invoices, contracts, warranties, and compliance documentation in collaboration with finance and procurement.

• Monitor and maintain building supplies and maintenance inventory; ensure materials are available for routine and emergency needs.

• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.

• Provide after-hours and weekend response support for emergencies and operational continuity, particularly during events, special programs, and peak activity periods.

• Participate in long-range planning for campus infrastructure, sustainability efforts, and space optimization.

• 5+ years of experience in building operations or facilities management, ideally in a cultural institution, museum, educational, or campus-like setting.

• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, BMS, life safety systems, and preventive maintenance strategies.

• Experience overseeing or supporting capital improvement projects and renovations.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage vendors with a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Commitment to customer service and responsiveness, particularly when supporting internal departments and public-facing programs.

• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, OSHA regulations, and life safety standards.

This position is permanent and full-time with a salary range of $75,000 -$80,000. Benefits include 20 days paid vacation leave; 10 days paid sick leave; 11 paid holidays; and 3 paid personal days; participation in a 401(k) savings plans, life insurance; medical/health (including visual and dental); transit, health, and dependent care FSA; and pension plan.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter here.

Please note that due to the large number of applicants, we can only reach out to those whose skills and experience align most closely with our current job openings. Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at PS1. PS1 is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.