Director of Facilities Management

Saint Francis Healthcare System; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Discount program

ETO (Earned Time Off)

Retirement benefits (SFHS matching)

Education assistance

Other benefits

Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System seeks a results-driven Facilities Director to oversee day-to-day operations across Plant Operations, Maintenance, Construction, and Facility Planning. You will provide strategic leadership to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant building infrastructure and energy management while guiding capital projects from initiation through closeout.

Chairs the Environment of Care Committee, drives risk assessments, and coordinates multidisciplinary efforts to protect patient

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• CHFM (Certified Healthcare Facility Manager) or CHC (Certified Healthcare Constructor) certifications preferred.
• 5+ years of healthcare facilities operations management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees day-to-day facilities operations across SFHS, including Plant Operations, Plant Maintenance, Construction, and Facility Planning.
• Leads planning and execution of capital and non-capital construction projects, including scope development, design coordination, budgeting, contractor selection, scheduling, permitting, and closeout.
• Ensures work is completed on time, within budget, and compliant with codes, life safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Chairs and leads the Environment of Care Committee, driving risk assessments and multidisciplinary coordination to support safety and overall environment of care compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Energy management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Summary

Directs and oversees day-to-day facilities operations across SFHS, including Plant Operations, Plant Maintenance, Construction, and Facility Planning. Provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant building infrastructure, utilities, and building systems. Leads planning and execution of capital and non-capital construction projects across SFHS and affiliated properties, including scope development, design coordination, cost estimating and budgeting, contractor selection, scheduling, permitting, and construction management from initiation through closeout. Ensures work is completed on time and within budget while minimizing disruption to patient care and operations, maintaining quality, and meeting all applicable codes, life safety standards, and regulatory/accreditation requirements. Chairs and leads the Environment of Care Committee for SFHS, driving risk assessments, performance improvement initiatives, and multidisciplinary coordination to support safety, emergency preparedness, and overall environment of care compliance.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field- required
• Master’s degree- preferred

Certification & Licensures

• Professional certifications such as CHFM (Certified Healthcare Facility Manager) or CHC (Certified Healthcare Constructor)- preferred

Experience

• Five (5) years of facilities and plant operations management experience in a healthcare environment and/or plant operations management role- required.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory requirements, building codes, and accreditation standards.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale capital projects and budgets.
• Expertise in building systems, preventive maintenance, and energy management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Why Work at Saint Francis?

Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.

Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.

You’ll find more than 50 specialties, the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center, and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU. The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers.

A Mission That Matters

At Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.

Mission

To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.

Vision

To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.

Values You Can Feel Every Day

• Integrity: Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching
• Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future
• Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves
• Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged
• Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart
• Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes
• Excellence: Always striving to be the best
• Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end

If You’re Looking to Make a True Impact…

Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.

Total Rewards

Our most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
• Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
• Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
• Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

To learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/.

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [e-mail].