HARRY J. THOMPSON
Summary
Senior Facilities Executive, Owner's Representative, and Project Manager with over 35 years of experience leading complex construction, real estate, and facilities operations across government, healthcare, commercial, and institutional sectors. Founder and President of Metropolitan Facilities Solutions, providing comprehensive consulting services focused on lifecycle asset management, commissioning, and sustainable operations. Proven expertise in budget control, stakeholder alignment, and performance-based project delivery. Trusted by clients to manage large-scale capital projects from concept through closeout, while safeguarding vision, ensuring compliance, and optimizing long-term value.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
President & Chief Executive Officer
Metropolitan Facilities Solutions, Inc.
01.2007 - Current
- Lead a multidisciplinary team in facilities and project management across VA, MD, and DC.
- Manages partnerships with over 100 consultants for building operations and construction services.
- Develop and oversee operational and capital budgets, design selection, and construction processes.
- Represent owners in planning, budgeting, compliance, and long-term maintenance.
President of Operations and Construction
Loft Construction LLC
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Directed real estate development and construction operations across the D.C. area.
- Managed architectural design, permitting, construction management, and maintenance programs.
Assistant Director of Building Maintenance Operations
American University
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Supervised facilities maintenance and operations across a 2.5 million sq ft university campus.
- Led a technical team of 50+ employees, including electricians, locksmiths, project managers, and preventive maintenance supervisors.
- Developed and implemented capital renewal and deferred maintenance programs, customer service programs, and energy management initiatives.
Section Chief, Facilities Maintenance
Arlington County Government
01.1992 - 01.2000
- Managed maintenance, renovations, and facility operations across 84 municipal buildings.
- Directed 1.1 million square feet of new and renovated capital improvements.
- Negotiated contracts, reduced operating budgets, and improved facility maintenance and life safety programs.
- Implementation of a CMMS and BAS, reducing operational costs and improving performance
Education
Associate Degree -
New York City College of Technology
Real Estate Program Coursework
New York University
Skills
- Owner Representation & Project Management
- Facilities Operations & Maintenance
- Cost Control & Capital Budgeting
- Construction Management & Renovation Oversight
- Sustainability Compliance & Energy Management
- Life Safety & Risk Assessment
- Commissioning & Retro-Commissioning Services
- Team Leadership & Contractor Management
- Contract Negotiation & Regulatory Compliance
- Strategic Planning & Facilities Optimization
TITLE
Senior Facilities Executive | Owner's Representative | Project Manager
Additional Work Experience
Harry's background includes facilities leadership roles with New York Life Insurance Headquarters, Doctors Hospital, and Lutheran Medical Center in New York City. He has contributed to all aspects of hospital accreditation (JCAHO), Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and the planning and construction of educational, laboratory, and pharmacy environments. His public sector experience includes overseeing facilities operations for Arlington County Government in Virginia and American University in Washington, D.C. In partnership with stakeholders, Harry has guided staffing models, managed capital budgets, and led strategic facilities planning. He has directed new construction and renovation projects from concept through occupancy, including budgeting, site development, regulatory compliance, team oversight, financial planning, commissioning, litigation support, and project close-out.
Timeline
President & Chief Executive Officer
Metropolitan Facilities Solutions, Inc.
01.2007 - Current
President of Operations and Construction
Loft Construction LLC
01.2005 - 01.2007
Assistant Director of Building Maintenance Operations
American University
01.2000 - 01.2005
Section Chief, Facilities Maintenance
Arlington County Government
01.1992 - 01.2000
Real Estate Program Coursework
New York University
Associate Degree -
New York City College of Technology
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