Port St. Lucie, FL – Facilities Maintenance Director

Facilities Maintenance Director

About the Position

Are you a strategic, customer-focused facilities leader who can direct citywide operations, champion sustainability, and manage critical capital improvement initiatives? If so, apply to be the City of Port St. Lucie’s next Facilities Maintenance Director!

We’re looking for an exceptional manager who is:

Skilled in facilities operations, construction, and maintenance
Experienced in budget oversight and capital planning
A collaborative leader committed to high-performance service

Port St. Lucie is located along Florida’s Treasure Coast between Orlando and Miami. Port St. Lucie offers easy access to I-95, Florida’s Turnpike, pristine beaches, championship golf, and the iconic St. Lucie River.

The Facilities Maintenance Division provides comprehensive maintenance, repair, and operational oversight for all City-owned buildings and infrastructure. the new Facilities Maintenance Director will report to the City Manager or designee.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced facilities management professional with deep knowledge of building systems, maintenance operations, sustainability, and construction project oversight.

Required qualifications include:

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field

Ten (10) years of progressively responsible facilities management experience

At least three (3) years supervising middle-management staff

Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience in local government facilities management

Advanced experience in capital projects or construction oversight

Familiarity with CMMS systems and sustainability frameworks

Additional relevant certifications (e.g., facilities engineering, project management)

Master’s degree in a related field

LEED AP O+M or comparable industry certification