Hiring: Director, Facilities Company: The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts Location: Philadelphia, PA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 12:45:55 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly About the job Experience: •Five to ten or more years of facilities management experience required, with performing arts venue operations strongly preferred. •At least three to four years of leadership or supervisory experience required. •Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, maintenance processes, safety standards, and code compliance. •Demonstrated capacity to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation. Required Skills: •Oversee preventative maintenance, repairs, and daily operations for buildings, equipment, grounds, and venue infrastructure. •Ensure core building systems—including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, roofing, fire suppression, and related systems—remain safe, reliable, and fully operational. •Maintain front-of-house and back-of-house spaces to support public use, performances, rehearsals, education programs, and private rentals. •Staff, Vendor, and Contractor Management •Hire, train, supervise, mentor, direct, and evaluate facilities staff, including maintenance and administrative personnel. •Schedule and oversee external contractors for specialized work such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and fire suppression services. •Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party vendors, contractors, and external service providers. •Coordinate with unionized staff, including IATSE stagehands, as needed to support venue operations. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred; extensive relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. •Professional certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Facility Management Professional (FMP) from IFMA are highly valued. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!