Director of Engineering (Maintenance and Facilities)

Who are we:
A professional basketball team and state-of-the-art arena/entertainment venue that specializes in creating memorable experiences for each guest we interact with. Some of our favorite things are live sports, concerts, comedy shows, family shows, and most any other world-class event you can think of, and we’re looking for someone who shares the same interests. We live for the fast-paced world of sports & live entertainment, and as such, we work hard, run fast, execute flawlessly, and party it up when it all comes together. Lastly, we strive to deliver wonderful experiences that create lasting memories, and we prefer to surround ourselves with those who are the best at what they do.

Who are you:
An enthusiastic lover of sports, live entertainment, and people. You have true passion for engaging in meaningful interactions and creating memorable experiences for all guests. You strive to be helpful, engaging, and knowledgeable of all things Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena. You enjoy being a part of an exciting and dynamic group, and you’re committed to continuously enhancing the productivity and effectiveness of your team. Lastly, you enjoy working hard and celebrating hard, and you’d be shocked if guests weren’t positively impacted by their interactions with you.

The Director of Engineering oversees facility engineering and maintenance operations, leading a team responsible for all building systems and maintenance activities. This role reports to the SVP, Facilities and Events, and manages direct reports, including the Chief Engineer and the Sr. Maintenance Manager. The Director ensures reliable operations, drives continuous improvement, manages vendor relationships, and supports capital and project work to maintain safe, efficient facilities. Responsible for maintaining standards and regulatory requirements and leading the emergency response team for facility issues. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Leadership & Strategy(25% )

• Provide leadership and direction to engineering and maintenance teams.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance strategies and long-term engineering plans.
• Build team capability, set goals, and ensure alignment with organizational priorities.

Engineering Operations (25%****)

• Oversee operations of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water treatment, refrigeration, controls, and building automation systems.
• Ensure compliance with codes, safety standards, permits, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor KPIs, maintenance backlogs, and operational budgets; manage service contracts.

Maintenance & Facilities (25%****)

• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs to maximize uptime and asset life.

• Coordinate inspections, repairs, and vendor/contractor work; oversee long-term asset protection plans.

• Supervise projects to ensure timely completion within budgetary guidelines. Stakeholder & Project Management (25%****)

• Collaborate with events, operations, and property teams to support business needs and game plans.

• Manage capital projects, renovations, and engineering-related procurement.

• Communicate status, risks, and budgets to leadership and stakeholders; lead emergency response as needed. Requirements: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Experience: Significant progressive experience in facilities engineering and maintenance leadership, including managing teams and contractors.

• Skills: Strong technical knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, controls), excellent leadership and communication skills, budget and vendor management experience, and project management capability.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Preferred Certifications: CEM, CPM, or relevant trade certifications; OSHA or safety certifications as applicable.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

If this opportunity looks exciting to you, please complete the application process. Go Hawks!