Director, Infrastructure and Utilities

About the role

The Director of Infrastructure and Utilities reports to the Assistant Vice President of Facilities Operations and Services. This role oversees the Central Plant and all major campus utilities, including chilled water, steam, power generation, and deionized water systems. Key responsibilities include managing campus and plant automation teams, supervising key functional roles, guiding the strategic development of the Building Management System (BMS), and executing utility and energy master planning initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 operational oversight for Caltech’s Central Plant and all major campus utilities.
• Manage campus and plant automation teams; oversee the Building Management System (BMS), controls infrastructure, and metering distribution.
• Supervise key functional roles including the Campus Facilities Electrical Engineer and Energy Manager.
• Guide the strategic development and performance of the Caltech BMS and analytics tools.
• Oversee all campus power systems, engineering, and utility infrastructure planning.
• Manage utility information and data in the Institute’s ArcGIS tools to ensure alignment with the Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS).
• Execute utility and energy master planning initiatives aligned with departmental goals and planning priorities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience overseeing central plant and campus utility operations.
• Minimum of 7 years of leadership experience in facilities operations, engineering, or utility infrastructure environments.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience with Building Management Systems (BMS), controls, and automation software.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience with asset management practices, including lifecycle and efficiency development.
• Experience with ArcGIS tools for utility mapping, planning, and shutdown coordination.
• Proven success leading and developing technical and skilled trades teams in Facilities, Engineering, and Facilities Information System environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
• Experience leading technical teams in a complex academic, research, or industrial environment.
• Experience with Tridium, SkySpark, or similar building automation and data analytics tools.
• Experience implementing GIS-based tools for utility management, shutdown coordination, and infrastructure management.
• Hands-on experience with Integrated Workplace Management Systems and knowledge of strategic asset management practices.
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain a high-performing, service-focused, and collaborative team culture.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear recommendations.
• Leadership and team-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Building Management Systems (BMS), controls, and automation software.
• Experience with ArcGIS tools for utility management.
• Knowledge of strategic asset management practices.
• Understanding of energy management principles and optimization of central utility or chilled water plant systems.

Benefits

Caltech offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Pay

Hiring Range: $176,000 - $203,000 per year. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week.