Facilities Services Manager - Academic Campuses

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital, part of BJC HealthCare, seeks a Facilities Services Manager to oversee campus operations, construction projects, and MEP systems across a large academic campus. You will lead and mentor teams, champion open communication, and drive operational excellence in facilities management.

The role emphasizes planning, coordination, budgeting, and collaboration with executive leadership to advance facility strategy and safety across the hospital and campus facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred.
• CHFM certification or eligibility within 3 years of hire.
• Healthcare Construction Certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility operations, projects, utilities, and grounds across campus.
• Lead and develop high-performing facilities teams.
• Coordinate design and construction for new/renovated spaces.
• Manage capital projects, budgets, and long-term facility plans.
• Ensure compliance, safety, and operational excellence across departments.
• Partner with executive leadership on facility strategy and risk mitigation.
• Mentor staff and promote professional growth.

Skills

Open communication

Collaborative leadership

Team development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree - Engineering/related

CHFM

Healthcare Construction Cert

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Join Barnes Jewish Hospital as a Facilities Services Manager! We're looking for a collaborative leader who values open communication, transparency, and teamwork. In this role, you'll oversee facility operations, construction projects, utilities, and grounds services across a large academic campus while leading and developing high-performing teams. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys mentoring others, fostering professional growth, and building a culture of trust, accountability, and operational excellence.

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Facilities Engineering maintains 6 million square foot of facilities dedicated to clinical and academic functions. Facilities Engineering is comprised of 150 professionals, including engineers, MEP mechanics, building finishes and support staff. The Facilities and Engineering department at Barnes Jewish Hospital is a progressive, innovative department which stresses employee involvement, continued education/training and opportunities for advancement. Consistent customer and staff satisfaction surveys reflect a continuous rating in the upper 90% and staff responses to ''intent to continue employment at BJH'' rating in the upper 90%.

Role Purpose

Responsible for planning, coordinating and managing the facility operations and functions of the academic campus. Manage the complex steam plant and delivery system for multiple buildings, the electrical distribution from two separate campus substations, the two primary/secondary chilled water loop systems that supply the North and South campus and all other related MEPFP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection) systems along with design and construction for both new and renovated spaces. Manage all operations relating to facilities management which may include plant operations, building and grounds, security, environmental services, carrier services, mail room, construction management, housekeeping, safety, occupational health, and disaster planning. Certified Health Care Facility Manager (CHFM) certification must be obtained within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manages individual(s) including but not limited to: hires, trains, assigns work, manages & evaluates performance, conducts professional development plans. Ensures that the productivity and actions of that group meet/support the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership.
• Develops and adheres to departmental staffing, revenue and/or expense budgets. Responds to changes in the business which may affect the ability to achieve the budget goals.
• Directs the development of major capital projects. Leads the design effort, provides conceptual estimates and schedules, and evaluates alternatives.
• Executes multiple major projects with accountability for cost, schedule, and functional performance of the facilities constructed.
• Supports the executive leadership team in developing strategic facility plans and in developing the capital budget for construction projects.
• Creates effective work plans that include identifying the correct resources, processes and space needed in order to complete tasks and projects.
• Coordinates work with other shops in the facility and department to ensure work orders and preventative maintenance are completed on schedule and in accordance with department procedures. Responds to emergency situations in accordance with department procedures.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• 5-10 years

Supervisor Experience

• 2-5 years

Preferred Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering/related

Experience

• 10+ years

Supervisor Experience

• 5-10 years

Licenses & Certifications

• CHFM
• Healthcare Construction Cert

Benefits and Legal Statement

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At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer