Director of Facilities Management

Director of Facilities ManagementHome Office - Oklahoma City, OK 73134Level Management Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage Yes Category Facility ManagementDescriptionJOB PURPOSE:The Director of Facilities Management will oversee physical maintenance and operations of buildings, facilities and systems. Coordinate and direct to ensure continuous efficient and economical operations of the facility building environments. Assist with planning and execution of building construction or renovation in accordance with all state, federal and local laws as well as specific practices established by the hospital and the company. Any position that has direct patient care is considered to be safety sensitive by Avem Health Partners.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:Directly supervises the day-to-day functions of the facilities, plant operations, and Home Office Plant Operations team.Maintains direct contact with internal and external customers to ensure their needs are being met by the team.Provide direction and maintain adequate inventory of equipment needs, maintenance and vendors.Execute and track equipment audits.Coordinates and oversees preventive and corrective maintenance programs per the standards in the industry and equipment manufacturers' recommendations.Assist the team in developing or enhancing the operational/quality framework for hospital processes and systems. This will include systematic problem solving and countermeasure implementation.Manages vendors' performance to make sure standards are being maintained.Ensure compliance with all safety and security protocols are being met.Implement LEAN processes by analyzing work flows and develop best known practices.Manage implementation of strategic operational initiatives.Key member of the assessment team for new facilities: ability to conduct a complete onsite evaluation and preparing an accurate executive report of the evaluation for leadership.Key member of the implementation team of a new facility: ability to create a plan and execute for the most efficient onboarding of the facility to Avem Health Partners.Directs projects (e.g. site repairs, construction, preventative maintenance etc.) for the purpose of ensuring completion within established timeframes, project design and budget.Inspects and oversees new construction, repair work, projects, equipment, work orders, daily maintenance and supplies.Prioritizes organizational needs and concerns while coordinating with other departments to arrange timelines for completion and scheduling work assignments.Participate in development of facility resources to meet the mission and vision of the organization.Develop and update policies and procedures to ensure compliance with hospital standards for the Environment of Care.Reads and interprets construction drawings, blueprints, codes and specs.Provides expert advice and guidance on operational and technical issues affecting facility functions.Builds and maintains effective relationships with external stakeholders, external professional associations, regulatory bodies and vendors.Other duties as assigned.BEHAVIORAL STANDARDSThe individual must support the mission, vision, and goals of Avem Health Partners and serve as a role model within the company.Exhibit positive customer service behavior in every day work interactions.Demonstrate a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers.Communicate accurately and appropriately.Handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner.Hold self-accountable for professional practice.Participate in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve departmental goals.Demonstrate knowledge of unit goals and is active in committees and projects to achieve these goals.Keep current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions and best practices.Assume responsibility for seeking out educational and professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth as well as meeting mandatory education requirements.Act as a preceptor as requested.Demonstrate excellent work attendance and actively participate in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required.Adhere to the Avem Health Partners Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior. Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements.EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline; or 5 years of equivalent work experience.Minimum of ten (10) years of experience within a major healthcare organization or health care system setting.Five (5) years of relevant major construction and facility maintenance experience.Experience in managing complex capital projects.Demonstrated leadership skills.Proven experience with fiscal planning.Strong systematic problem-solving skills, ability to work cross functionally with the ability to build consensus.Must be knowledgeable of HVAC boilers, compressors, generators and mechanical, electrical, refrigeration and plumbing systems.Must be knowledgeable of building codes, safety regulations and blueprint interpretation.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Quality improvement or operations training.Experience with Smartsheet preferred.CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:Valid driver's licenseCertified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) certification preferredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Such accommodations must be requested by the employee/applicant to be considered.This job requires visual abilities, auditory abilities, must be intact to perform duties.