Job Description

Sodexo is seeking a Facilities Director to support a life sciences client in Millsboro, DE This is a temporary position estimated to last 6 months. In this role, you will lead facilities and maintenance engineering operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient service delivery across a large-scale site. You will oversee maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution, including preventive maintenance, repairs, and capital projects. The position requires close collaboration with client leadership and Sodexo teams to ensure operational excellence. This role demands strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a proactive, customer-focused approach.

Corporate Services

Sodexo provides our corporate service partners with a diverse range of food services and integrated facilities management possibilities. From restaurants to delivery options, to streamlined operations and cutting-edge technology, Sodexo creates a safe, vibrant, and eco-friendly workplace.

What You'll Do

• Lead all facilities operations across a large campus (48 acres under roof / 65 acres total), including maintenance, engineering, and workplace services
• Oversee planning, scheduling, and execution of preventive, corrective, and project maintenance using CMMS systems (SAP/Maximo)
• Manage all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs, including regulatory compliance, audits, incident investigations, safety training, and risk mitigation initiatives
• Direct vendors, contractors, and frontline teams, including staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management
• Ensure compliance with GMP, OSHA, environmental regulations, and site-specific safety and quality standards
• Monitor KPIs, conduct site inspections, and provide regular performance updates to client and Sodexo leadership

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in facilities management or engineering
• Strong technical knowledge across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and building systems
• Experience managing facilities operations, EHS programs, and maintenance projects in complex environments
• Proficiency with CMMS platforms (SAP, Maximo) and performance metrics tracking
• Strong business acumen with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to lead teams with a focus on safety, compliance, and operational excellence

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience – 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience – 5 years