Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia - United States
Emory University seeks an experienced, collaborative, and strategic facilities leader to serve as its next Facilities Management, Associate Vice President (FM AVP). Reporting to the Vice President for Campus Services, the FM AVP will provide leadership for one of the university's most critical operational divisions, overseeing a workforce of more than 700 employees responsible for maintaining and enhancing the physical environment that supports Emory's academic, research, healthcare, residential, and administrative missions.
Recognized as one of the nation's leading research universities, Emory combines exceptional academic and research programs with a commitment to service, innovation, and community impact. The university's campuses, facilities, and infrastructure play a vital role in supporting a dynamic environment for learning, discovery, patient care, and student life. As Emory continues to evolve and invest in its future, the FM AVP will serve as a key leader in ensuring that facilities operations align with the institution's strategic priorities and long-term aspirations.
The Facilities Management, Associate Vice President, is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and performance of facilities operations across Emory's Atlanta, Oxford, Clairmont, and Briarcliff campuses. The role oversees a broad portfolio that includes maintenance and operations, engineering services, utilities and energy management, grounds, roads and hardscape, building services, waste management and recycling, security systems, preventive maintenance, and campus infrastructure. The FM AVP will also provide leadership for utility and energy strategies, sustainability initiatives, emergency response, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and operational excellence across a complex, multi-campus environment.
As a member of the Campus Services leadership team, the FM AVP will help shape the future of facilities management at Emory through strategic planning, resource stewardship, and continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will guide a large and diverse organization operating around the clock while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, customer service, safety, and innovation. This leader will be expected to balance day-to-day operational demands with long-range planning, ensuring the university's physical assets are maintained and positioned to meet future needs.
The ideal candidate will bring a demonstrated record of progressive leadership in facilities management within a large, complex organization, preferably in higher education, healthcare, research-intensive environments, or similarly mission-driven institutions. They will possess deep expertise in facilities operations, utility infrastructure, organizational leadership, budgeting, and strategic planning, as well as experience leading large teams through change and transformation. Equally important will be the ability to build strong partnerships across diverse stakeholder groups, communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, and foster a collaborative culture focused on operational excellence and exceptional service.
WittKieffer is assisting Emory University in this search, which will remain open until an appointment is made. Please submit all applications, nominations, and inquiries to the search team through the WittKieffer candidate portal by using the buttons below. New users should select "Register Here" to create an account before proceeding. After logging in, navigate to "Open Positions," then locate the role by entering the institution's name and clicking the search wheel.
Nominations and inquiries can be directed to:
Ben Haden, Senior Partner
Randi Miller, Senior Associate
Emory University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.