Director, Facilities Management

Cambridge Health Alliance; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) in Somerville seeks a Director of Facilities Management to lead the Facilities Department, overseeing maintenance, design, and construction across assigned locations. You will drive financial, strategic, and operational goals for the department, reporting to the VP of Facilities & Support Services.

You will direct construction and maintenance activities, manage budgets, supervise a diverse workforce, and ensure compliance with Joint Commission and state codes to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field; equivalent experience may be substituted.
• At least five years in facilities and maintenance operations and/or design and construction in healthcare.
• Minimum of 10 years in a healthcare setting.
• Experience managing diverse workforce under a collective bargaining agreement and managing contract service providers.
• Hold and maintain CHFM credential from ASHE.
• Strong familiarity with OSHA, Joint Commission, NFPA, Life Safety Codes, and MA State Building Code.
• Strong financial and budgeting skills.
• Proven ability to lead in an environment focused on continuous quality improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaborative leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate construction and maintenance with facilities team and outside consultants, ensuring code compliance.
• Oversee budgets, productivity, quality initiatives, energy conservation, and sustainability projects.
• Develop and manage operating budgets and submit annual infrastructure and capital budgets.
• Manage vendors for outsourced facilities services, including contract review and negotiation.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission and other regulatory agencies; lead Environment of Care readiness.
• Develop programs to maintain the physical plant, grounds, and equipment; chair Environment of Care sub-committees.
• Lead cost estimates and schedules for renovations or new projects; seek cost reductions and schedule improvements.
• Participate in CHA committees such as Space Committee and Capital Equipment Review.

Skills

Facilities management

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Healthcare operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

CHFM certification

Tools

Contract management

Job description

Location: CHA Somerville Campus

Category: Professional and Management

Department: Repairs and Maintenance CH

Job Type: Full Time

Union Name: Non Union

Work Schedule: Day

Length Of Shift(s) In Hours: 8

Shift Details: M-F 8a-4:30

Hours/Week: 40

Weekend Requirements: as needed

Holiday Requirements: as needed

On Call Requirements: 0

Department Description

The Repairs and Maintenance department at Cambridge Health Alliance is dedicated to ensuring a safe, comfortable, and fully functional environment for our patients, staff, and visitors. Our skilled team is responsible for the upkeep and repair of all hospital facilities and equipment, from plumbing and electrical systems to HVAC and structural maintenance. We are committed to responding promptly to all needs and proactively maintaining our physical infrastructure to support the highest standards of care and operational excellence throughout the hospital.

Job Summary:

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is seeking a Director of Facilities Management to join our team. Reporting to the Vice President of Facilities and Support Services, you will be responsible for the overall operations of the Facilities Department, including maintenance, design, and construction for the locations you are assigned. This role involves achieving financial, strategic, and operational goals for the department.

Responsibilities

Directing and coordinating construction and maintenance activities with the facilities team and outside consultants, ensuring compliance with all relevant codes and regulations such as State Building code, OSHA, Joint Commission, and NFPA

Overseeing all departmental budgets, productivity, and quality management initiatives, as well as projects related to energy conservation and sustainability

Developing and managing realistic operating budgets, monitoring expenses, and explaining any variances. You will also be responsible for submitting annual infrastructure and capital budgets to the Vice President of Facilities & Support Services

Managing vendors for outsourced services related to facilities, maintenance, design, and construction, including contract review and negotiation

Ensuring CHA facilities and maintenance, design, and construction comply with all Joint Commission and other state and regulatory agencies. You will also be the lead for ensuring compliance and survey readiness for all Joint Commission Environment of Care requirements

Developing and implementing programs to maintain the physical plant, grounds, and equipment through the effective use of personnel and materials. You will also chair at least one of the sub-committees of the Environment of Care Committee (Life Safety/Utilities/Construction Management).

Overseeing the development and management of project cost estimates and schedules for renovations or new projects, and making recommendations for cost reductions and schedule improvements as needed

Serving as a key participant in committees such as the CHA Space Committee and the Capital Equipment Review Committee

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field is required; however, equivalent, relevant experience may be substituted

At least five years of experience in facilities and maintenance operations and/or design and construction, with a specific focus on working in healthcare organizations or hospital facilities

A minimum of 10 years of experience in a healthcare setting is required

Experience in managing and working with a diverse workforce covered by a collective bargaining agreement, along with substantial experience managing contract service providers and consultants

Hold and maintain a Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) credential issued by the American Society of Healthcare Engineers

Strong familiarity with regulations and codes, including OSHA, Joint Commission, NFPA, Life Safety Codes, and the Massachusetts State Building Code

Strong financial and budgeting skills

Proven ability to lead and manage within an environment that requires continuous quality improvement

Excellent communication and behavioral skills, with the ability to prioritize responsibilities under pressure and work collaboratively as a team leader

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.