Director, Facilities & Engineering Strategy

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whitney museum of american artNew York (NY)

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About the role

Whitney Museum of American Art seeks a Director of Facilities and Engineering to lead the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of its physical facilities and critical building infrastructure in New York. You will manage engineering teams, plan capital projects, and ensure uptime of HVAC, electrical, and life-safety systems across the museum portfolio. The role emphasizes strong leadership, budget oversight, vendor management, and data-driven decisions to support exhibitions, programs,

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