District Manager, Aramark Facilities Management - K12 and Higher Education

Aramark • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Aramark Facilities Management is seeking a strategic and operationally disciplined District Manager to lead our North Region K-12 Education portfolio across New Jersey. This senior leadership role oversees multiple K-12 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 higher 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.In this role, frequent travel to client sites throughout the district is expected.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

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
• Strong executive presence with the ability to engage senior leadership
• Bachelor’s degree required

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing union and non-union workforces preferred
• Advanced degree in Business, Facilities Management, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide overall vision, planning, direction, and control for multiple Higher Education and K12 facilities accounts across New Jersey
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager