Director of Facilities

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Director of Facilities for McLean Bible Church (MBC) plays a critical role in ensuring all buildings function effectively to support worship gatherings and ministry events, while also maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and excellence.

This position is responsible for leading, training, and equipping the Facilities team. The individual will troubleshoot issues, oversee the completion of tasks, and provide for the timely resolution of building-related problems. Managing the facilities budget is a key aspect of the job, ensuring resources are appropriately allocated to meet operational needs. The role also involves overseeing and executing special projects such as building upgrades, snow removal, and other maintenance tasks. The individual will also oversee contractors to guarantee they meet the church’s quality standards and adhere to project timelines.

MBC currently has five locations across the greater metro DC area. The main Tysons Location is a 300,000sqft facility on 40 acres that has two main worship spaces, Café, 2500 space two level parking structure, large central plant and various other large community spaces. MBC’s four other locations are all leased single use buildings ranging from 30,000-50,000sqft with worship and children’s spaces.

Principal and Essential Responsibilities :

Leadership & Oversight:

• Lead and manage the Facilities team, ensuring all are adequately trained and equipped to maintain and operate facilities.
• Monitor performance and ensure that all facilities are in good operating condition to support ministry gatherings and events.
• Oversee maintenance of the building and grounds at all MBC locations.
• Develop, maintain, improve standards and policies.

Maintenance & Repairs:

• S chedule and oversee the repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Oversee work order list, scheduling and timely completion of tasks.
• Ensure that necessary equipment maintenance contracts (e.g., heating, cooling, elevator maintenance, fire alarms, sprinkler, fire pump, kitchen hood, etc.) are in place and maintained across all locations as outlined in lease agreements.
• Maintain an adequate inventory of parts to support timely repairs and service.

Project Management:

• Oversee and manage the completion of building construction or renovation projects, including obtaining proposals/bids and working with the Executive Director of Operations.
• Manage special projects, including snow removal and other emergency services.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure buildings remain compliant with fire, safety, plumbing, electrical, and other relevant codes, CFC, plant and facility operations. Work with inspectors to resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA standards and manage the safety of building services operations.
• Work closely with the Security department to ensure proper security measures for events, including door security, fire, and safety concerns.

Energy Management & Cost Efficiency:

• Evaluate and recommend energy-saving measures and upgrades to improve operational efficiency.
• Monitor energy usage and recommend strategies for cost savings in building operations.

Team Development & Training:

• Develop and implement training programs for Facilities staff, focusing on technical knowledge, safety and code compliance.
• Provide hands-on assistance to engineers and technicians with the installation, repair, and testing of HVAC equipment, including chillers and boilers.

Other Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage the Facilities department budget.
• Manage year-by-year equipment and facility-related replacement planning.
• Serve as the liaison to landlords, ensuring compliance with lease requirements.
• Attend required staff meetings.

• Manage credit card disbursements.

Qualifications:

Experience

• Ten or more years of experience in building services, engineering, facilities management, or a related field.
• Five or more years of leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred.
• Universal CFC certification and Low-Pressure Boiler license required.
• Prior church experience desired.

Key Traits

• Vibrant, personal relationship with Jesus as Lord and Savior and a commitment to godly character and self-discipline in personal lifestyle.

• Organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and a passion for accuracy, clarity, and beauty.
• Action-oriented and displays focus, passion and initiative. Takes appropriate action when something needs to be done.
• Relates well to all kinds of people, builds effective relationships, communicates effectively both interpersonally and corporately.
• Organized, creative thinker and highly productive, working in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to improvement, seeks constructive criticism, understands strengths and weaknesses.
• Passion for serving the church.

Competencies

General Expertise

• Managing work order queues.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to take projects from beginning to end.

Technical Knowledge

• Microsoft Office 365
• HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing
• Extensive knowledge in BAS automation, including pneumatic and DDC controls
• Fire alarm systems: control panels, fire pumps, sprinkler systems (including dry pipe)
• Current building and fire codes
• Energy-saving practices
• OSHA regulations

Working conditions

• Flexibility in hours available for work, including evenings, weekends and holidays and on call emergencies.
• Use of standard office equipment such as computers and phones.
• Able to read, speak, and hear.
• Ability to differentiate between colors.
• Must be able to lift and carry items that can weigh 50 pounds or more for short distances.
• Occasional use of stairs.
• Up to 25% local travel to other MBC Locations.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Please contact our HR Department for further information if needed.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.