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Aramark Facilities Management is seeking a strategic and operationally disciplined District Manager to lead our North Region Education portfolio across New England, including Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Vermont, Maine, and Rhode Island. This senior leadership role oversees multiple university and college facilities operations, generating $12M–$30M+ in annual revenue. The District Manager is responsible for driving operational excellence, financial performance, safety compliance, client satisfaction, and employee engagement across a multi-site, multi-client education portfolio. The role provides full ownership of district-level performance across custodial services, maintenance operations, grounds, and integrated facilities management programs. This leader will drive revenue growth, EBIT performance, margin improvement, contract retention, and operational consistency within Aramark’s Facilities Management business.
Job Responsibility:
Provide overall vision, planning, direction, and control for multiple Higher Education and K12 facilities accounts across the New England region
Lead and develop General Managers and site leadership teams to ensure consistent execution of Facilities Management standards
Drive operational excellence across custodial, maintenance, and grounds services
Model safety-first leadership and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and institutional safety standards
Lead change management initiatives, turnarounds, and performance improvement plans when necessary
Serve as senior relationship leader for university, college and K12 stakeholders
Maintain strong executive-level client engagement to support long-term retention and growth
Identify client needs and ensure operational delivery aligns with contract scope and campus expectations
Support new business development and strategic expansion within the region
Own district-level P&L performance, including revenue growth, EBIT, margin management, and cost controls
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes
Leverage performance metrics, labor productivity tools, and Aramark systems to optimize financial outcomes
Ensure consistent application of operational standards, procurement processes, and supply chain controls
Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing facilities leadership talent
Lead through managers across geographically dispersed campuses
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational discipline
Plan and facilitate regional leadership meetings and performance reviews
Requirements:
5+ years of progressive leadership experience within Education facilities management or integrated facilities services
Proven district-level or multi-site leadership experience with full P&L accountability
Strong background in custodial operations, building maintenance, grounds management, and campus facilities services
Demonstrated ability to lead through change, growth initiatives, and operational turnaround environments
Experience managing union and non-union workforces preferred
Strong executive presence with the ability to engage senior leadership
Bachelor’s degree required
advanced degree in Business, Facilities Management, or related field preferred
Willingness and ability to travel frequently across MA, NH, CT, VT, ME, and RI