Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager 2

Sodexo; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 86,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Well‑

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an operational leader to oversee healthcare regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and facilities management. You’ll optimize mechanical systems, safety programs, budgeting, and client relationships while developing staff and driving continuous service improvements.

In this role you’ll conduct mock surveys and audits, maintain regulatory documentation, identify gaps, and implement opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of healthcare regulatory compliance experience.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes, CMS COP, DNV and Joint Commission accreditation standards.
• Environment of Care and Physical Environment requirements knowledge.
• Experience managing facilities, mechanical systems or engineering operations.
• Financial acumen for budgeting and resource allocation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on CMMS/work order system experience.
• Safety‑first mindset coordinating multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee healthcare regulatory compliance and accreditation readiness.
• Conduct mock surveys and audits to ensure standards.
• Maintain regulatory documentation and identify compliance gaps.
• Implement opportunities for improvement across programs.
• Oversee facilities, engineering services, budgeting, safety programs, and client relationships.
• Develop staff and drive continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Collaborate with teams; work independently where appropriate.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

NFPA codes

CMS COP knowledge

DNV accreditation

Joint Commission readiness

CMMS/work-order experience

Data analytics

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Environment of Care

Facilities management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

CMMS/Work-order systems

Job description

Oversees healthcare regulatory compliance and accreditation readiness. Conducts mock surveys and audits to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards.

Assists the Executive Director of Facilities Management in maintaining regulatory documentation, identifying compliance gaps, and implementing opportunities for improvement. This position supports regulatory compliance and Environmental Health and Safety.

About the job

In this operational leadership role, you?ll oversee and optimize facilities and engineering services to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant performance across all systems and teams. You?ll manage everything from mechanical systems and maintenance workflows to budgeting, safety programs, and client relationships, all while developing staff and driving continuous improvement in service delivery.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range: $86275 per year – $111650 per year

What?s in it for you

Assume responsibility for complex building systems and maintenance programs to ensure reliable, efficient, and uninterrupted operations. Lead and develop a high-performing team with a strong emphasis on safety, and professional development.

Leverage data analytics and CMMS to optimize workflows and improve operational efficiency. Play a key role in maintaining compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality assurance protocols.

• Take ownership of complex building systems and maintenance programs that keep operations running smoothly.
• Build and lead a high-performing team with a strong focus on safety, training, and development.
• Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to deliver reliable, responsive, and technical solutions.
• Gain experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and service contracts in a dynamic environment.
• Use data and CMMS tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
• Play a key role in ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality assurance protocols.
• Be part of a mission-driven organization where your leadership directly impacts people, performance, and facilities uptime.

What you?ll bring

3?4 years of experience in healthcare regulatory compliance. Knowledge of NFPA codes, CMS Conditions of Participation, and DNV and Joint Commission accreditation standards and readiness requirements.

Knowledge of the Physical Environment and Environment of Care requirements, including applicable regulatory and safety standards. Demonstrated experience managing facilities, mechanical systems, or engineering operations in a complex environment.

• Proven experience managing facilities, mechanical systems, or engineering operations in a complex environment.
• Technical skills combined with financial acumen to support budgeting, resource allocation, and performance tracking.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage frontline teams, vendors, and client stakeholders.
• Hands‑on knowledge of CMMS/work order systems and experience driving operational improvements through data and reporting.
• A proactive, safety‑first mindset with the skillset to coordinate multiple projects while ensuring compliance and service excellence.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor?s degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 3 years
• Related Experience: 3-5 years

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate’s education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate’s specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you?re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete?