Director of Facilities & Fleet

About the Opportunity

The Director of Facilities & Fleet is responsible for overseeing the management and maintenance of the organization’s extensive facilities, properties, and fleet assets across multiple states in the Northeast. This role ensures the safety, operational effectiveness, and long-term value of these assets by leading maintenance programs, capital improvements, and vendor relationships. The position requires significant travel and contributes directly to sustaining and enhancing the organization’s physical footprint.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance and lifecycle of fleet, funeral homes, cemeteries, crematories, offices, and real‑estate assets in the Northeast.
• Develop and oversee preventative maintenance programs and facility inspections.
• Coordinate repairs, emergency maintenance, capital improvements, and renovations.
• Support acquisitions by integrating maintenance and facility considerations into planning.
• Manage disposition of surplus real estate and property tax matters.
• Oversee fleet operations including maintenance, inspections, registrations, repairs, and compliance.
• Build and maintain relationships with contractors, vendors, and service providers.
• Develop multi‑year capital improvement and asset management plans based on data and analysis.
• Maintain accurate asset records and evaluate asset management tools.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and leadership to align asset priorities with business needs.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in facilities, fleet, property, construction, or asset management.
• Strong project management skills managing multiple priorities and locations.
• Knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
• Experience managing vendors, contractors, and service agreements.
• Budget management and capital expenditure forecasting experience.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to travel 40–60% across the Northeast, including overnight and independent travel by car and occasionally by air.
• Preferred: Experience with geographically dispersed properties or multi‑site operations.
• Preferred: Experience in mergers, acquisitions, or rapidly growing organizations.
• Preferred: Familiarity with CMMS or asset management software.
• Preferred: Background in healthcare, hospitality, multi‑site retail, senior living, funeral service, or similar multi‑location service organizations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement savings plan (401k).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional development opportunities.