Executive Director of Facilities Operations, U.S. Capitol Building

This is a unique and impacting leadership opportunity at the Architect of the Capitol, U.S. Capitol Building. Apply today or share with qualified professional architects or engineers who may be interested in the position.

The AOC seeks an exceptional, experienced, dynamic, results-driven and transformative leader who possesses demonstrated expertise and proven leadership in facilities management. The successful candidate will be able to skillfully collaborate and develop sustainable relationships with our stakeholders, external partners and organizational teams across the agency in order to further our vision in becoming a trusted partner with Congress.

The executive performs duties and responsibilities such as the following:

• Serves as Executive Director charged with significant leadership responsibilities for the preservation, maintenance and operations of the Capitol Building including structural, mechanical, interior and exterior repair, maintenance, alterations, custodial and construction renovations.
• Provides aspirational leadership of an organization comprised of over two hundred employees performing professional architecture, engineering, custodial, labor, various skilled trades, sustainability and preservation activities and services on a 24/7 schedule to accommodate congressional operations and public visitation.
• Exercises direct management, administrative and program oversight of various skilled trades operations such as carpentry, custodial, electrical, elevator, heating and air conditioning, insulation, labor, masonry, painting, plumbing and sheet metal.
• Plans, directs and controls maintenance and construction projects. Develops plans and schedules which are responsive to the dynamic nature of the U.S. Capitol Building Congressional business operations.
• Leads a staff and is responsible for planning and organizing mission critical work, including setting objectives and priorities within resources provided by AOC so that all programs, services, functions and tasks are efficiently and effectively executed.
• Serves in close and continuous coordination with appropriate congressional leadership, committees and Members of Congress, Capitol Building counterparts and senior leaders.
• Ensures compliance with applicable Office of Congressional Workplace Rights, OSHA and AOC safety rules and regulations and trade safety requirements, material management, environment, sustainability and resource management.
• Provides program management by exercising project control and authority throughout the various phases of renovation. Integrates the efforts involving multiple contractors and subcontractors, contracting officers and AOC staff.
• Serves as Security Officer of the U. S. Capitol Building. Holds briefings, as assigned, in connection with visits to the Capitol by the President, Vice President and foreign dignitaries.
• Provides expert guidance, advice and recommendations to the Architect of the Capitol, Deputy Architect and Chief of Operations on problems and critical matters pertaining to construction, maintenance and operations.
• Serves as the representative or consultant for the agency at interagency and international meetings dealing with the leadership of sustainability practices for historic, iconic buildings.
• Manages the Capitol Flag Program.

The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Candidates must have proven leadership/managerial experience in facilities and construction management involving the management of multi-million-dollar annual budgets for maintenance, renovation and preservation of historic buildings and assets.

Candidates must also have demonstrated ability to manage complex construction programs and be a proven leader in executing and delivering results to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Strong competency in building coalitions internally and externally to achieve common goals is essential.

Advancing our diverse culture in promoting AOC’s values with a commitment to inclusivity and civility are paramount. Thoughtful leadership and a passion for AOC staff are required to foster employee engagement and to strengthen internal organizational infrastructure to support ongoing excellence. Executive presence and excellent communication skills are essential.