Building Repair Shop Manager

Job Details

Posting date: 2026-01-19

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: 0405700

Position Title: Building Repair Shop Manager

Hiring Range Minimum: $87,700

Hiring Range Maximum: $125,000

Union Type: Not a Union Position

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Category: Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year: 12

Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1st shift. Exempt position may require occasional early, late and weekend hours

Location of Position: Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?: Onsite only

Position Purpose

The Building Repair Shop Manager oversees the Building Repair Shop which includes the staff that perform maintenance, repair, and minor improvement/renovation tasks associated with buildings’ envelopes, structure, doors, floors, exterior/interior finishes, signage, welding, building and repairing furniture. In addition to overseeing the internal staff, the position coordinates contractors in performing similar functions for minor renovations, maintenance, and repairs, both working in coordination with internal labor and independently. For minor renovations, the position coordinates, plans and schedules work with requestors and other functions within FO&M.

In executing this responsibility, the position surveys, recommends and prioritizes work related to interior and exterior finishes, other building work related to building structural and envelope systems, whether it is for minor work executed by the shop as well as capital improvements managed Project Management Services. This position plays a key role in maintaining a safe, functional, and visually appealing campus environment.

Dartmouth’s facilities include over 5 million square feet of space in 165 buildings and 200+ acres of grounds including walks, drives, lawns, turf, athletic fields, trees, shrubs and perennials. These facilities serve over 5,900 students and 4,000 faculty and staff in a variety of academic, research, administrative, athletic, and residential spaces.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (construction management, engineering, etc.) or equivalent work experience.
• 10 years of varied, progressive experience related to building repair and painting maintenance and project work.
• Five years’ supervisory experience.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy
• Proven experience in project management and structural maintenance/construction.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of building codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Budgeting and financial management expertise.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in computer applications and project management software.
• Ability to investigate and report any safety incidents or violations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications in construction management or related fields.
• Experience in a higher education facilities management role.
• Familiarity with campus-specific challenges and considerations.
• Knowledge of sustainable construction and maintenance practices.