James O'day
About James O'day
James O'Day serves as the Deputy Director of Utilities and Energy Management at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in facilities management and engineering, with previous roles at MIT and extensive experience in overseeing staff training and project management.
Work at UMass Boston
James O'Day has been serving as the Deputy Director of Utilities and Energy Management at the University of Massachusetts Boston since 2019. In this role, he manages project management services for utility capital projects and oversees staff training programs aimed at enhancing operational procedures and efficiency. He is also involved in campus master planning and the capital budget process, collaborating closely with senior management in the Facilities Administration department to ensure effective resource management. Additionally, he provides technical support to faculty and departments for various special projects and initiatives.
Previous Experience at MIT
Before joining UMass Boston, James O'Day worked at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in various capacities. He served as a Central Utilities Plant Operator from 2010 to 2012 and then as a CSG Buildings Supervisor/Preventive Maintenance Engineer from 2012 to 2014. His roles at MIT involved overseeing utility operations and ensuring preventive maintenance, contributing to the efficiency of campus facilities.
Education and Expertise
James O'Day holds a Master's degree in Facilities Management from Massachusetts Maritime Academy, which he completed from 2014 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Facilities and Plant Engineering from the same institution, studying from 1996 to 2000. Additionally, he graduated from Cardinal Spellman High School in 1996. His educational background equips him with the expertise needed to manage utilities and energy effectively within an academic environment.
Professional Development and Training
At the University of Massachusetts Boston, James O'Day oversees staff training programs designed to improve operational procedures and efficiency. His focus on professional development ensures that staff members are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to enhance the performance of utility and energy management operations.