Managing Executive, Business, Construction, and Facilities Department

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a transformational executive leader to help shape the future of how one of the nation's most complex research institutions operates. The Business, Construction, and Facilities Department (BCFD) is responsible for stewarding nearly $3B in annual activity across more than 400 acres of campus, enabling mission-critical work.

We are looking for a Managing Executive who is energized by complexity, motivated by impact, and driven to redefine what excellence looks like in business and facilities operations. This leader will build and lead a service organization that sets the standard for APL and serves as a national model for how large, mission-driven institutions operate, invest, and deliver.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer/BCFD Head, the Managing Executive serves as one of three members of the Business, Construction, and Facilities Department Executive Leadership Team, partnering closely to shape strategy, priorities, and enterprise outcomes. The role includes significant engagement across APL and with Johns Hopkins University stakeholders.

As the Managing Executive, you will:

• Provide executive oversight for a multidisciplinary portfolio of business and facilities groups within BCFD, integrating business, operational, construction, and facilities functions to deliver cohesive, high-quality services at enterprise scale.
• Challenge and modernize existing business and facilities models, moving beyond traditional service delivery to establish best-in-class, data-driven, and customer-focused operations that set the standard for APL and peer institutions nationwide.
• Build, mentor, and inspire a strong executive and leadership team, ensuring a deep pipeline of future leaders capable of operating at scale, managing complexity, and leading through change.
• Serve as a trusted strategic partner to the Chief Financial Officer, APL Executive Leadership Team, and Johns Hopkins University stakeholders, providing thoughtful analysis, sound judgment, and actionable recommendations to support enterprise decision-making.
• Lead cultural and organizational change that reinforces service excellence, respect, trust, and accountability, while ensuring staff are supported, developed, recognized, and challenged to perform at their best.
• Represent BCFD in cross-enterprise initiatives, external engagements, and leadership forums, elevating the department's role as a critical enabler of APL's mission and future growth.
• Establish clear expectations, enterprise metrics, and accountability frameworks that drive performance, transparency, and continuous improvement across all business and facilities functions.
• Model executive leadership behaviors consistent with APL's Leadership Attributes, setting the tone for ethical conduct, collaboration, and results-oriented leadership.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have...

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting, Management, Business Administration or a relevant discipline or equivalent years of experience
• Fifteen (15) or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience (equivalent to Group Supervisor-level at APL), in business and/or facilities operations, with demonstrated success leading large, multidisciplinary organizations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in business such as finance, contracting, accounting or facilities management.
• A highly collaborative style; and demonstrated skill and comfort in building relationships with senior level and executive management, peers and staff at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead through complexity, drive organizational change, and deliver results at scale.
• Strong track record of developing leaders, building high-performing teams, and fostering a culture of accountability and service excellence.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and executive presence, with the ability to influence and partner effectively at the most senior levels.
• Thrive in fast paced and changing work environments.
• An active Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...

• A Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Familiarity with defense, government, or large research organizations.
• Understanding of APL systems, culture, and operational environment.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contactAccommodations@jhuapl.edu.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.