Healthcare Facilities Operations Manager

University of California - Irvine Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health is seeking a Manager, Facilities Management to lead operations, oversight of facilities, and ensure a safe, compliant environment for patients and staff. The role supervises facilities coworkers, manages scheduling, and collaborates with clinical and administrative leaders to support capital planning and performance goals.

The position is on-site with regular travel to UCI Health facilities. Responsibilities include optimizing electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, enforcing

Qualifications

• Strong organization and project management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities with strategic planning.
• Healthcare facilities engineering operations experience and buildings systems knowledge.
• Experience with hospital regulatory requirements (Joint Commission).
• 5–7 years of managerial experience in a medium to large facility.
• Financial management and budgeting capabilities.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and oversight of facilities management.
• Oversee scheduling, staffing, and collaborative efforts with clinical/administrative leaders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements for hospital facilities.
• Guide capital planning and ongoing facilities improvements across campuses.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Healthcare facilities ops

Management experience

Regulatory compliance

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CHFM Certification

LEED Certification

CEM Certification

BEP Certification

Job description

UCI Health is seeking a Manager, Facilities Management to lead operations, oversight of facilities, and ensure a safe, compliant environment for patients and staff. The role supervises facilities coworkers, manages scheduling, and collaborates with clinical and administrative leaders to support capital planning and performance goals.

The position is on-site with regular travel to UCI Health facilities. Responsibilities include optimizing electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, enforcing