Manager-Facilities Maintenance & Operations

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a leader for the Facility Maintenance and Operations department at Mercy Hospital St. Louis. The candidate will manage a team and oversee a massive operational space.

A qualified applicant should have significant experience in facilities management, excellent interpersonal and analytical skills, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic environment. This role comes with competitive benefits including medical, dental, retirement plans, and more.

Qualifications

• 5 years managing facility maintenance staff or 3 years with a relevant degree.
• 8 to 10 years in engineering, project management, or facilities management preferred.
• Valid Driver's License for all Mercy locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for Facility Maintenance and Operations.
• Support a 24/7 operation across approximately 3 million sq. ft.
• Develop solutions that deliver results in a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Flexibility and creativity

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

2 years trade school in building maintenance

Job description

Overview

Find your calling at Mercy! This position provides the necessary leadership and management for the Facility Maintenance and Operations (FMO) department for Mercy Hospital St. Louis in Creve Coeur, including other off-site clinics. This position will join a leadership team of an adjunct facility manager, a director, two supervisors and approximately 50 technicians supporting a 24/7 operation. The scope of responsibility includes approximately 3 million sq. ft.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: 2 years trade school specializing in building maintenance, or 3 years experience in a progressive building maintenance position, or a bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• Experience: 5 years managing facility maintenance staff, or 3 years experience in a progressive building maintenance position with a bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• License(s) or certifications: Valid Driver's License for all Mercy locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, design, construction, mechanical or electrical.
• Experience: 8 to 10 years experience in engineering, construction project management, or facilities management in a healthcare environment; 6 or more years proven supervisory or management experience with a multi-craft team.
• Certification(s): Certified Healthcare Facility Management (CHFM) or Certified Facility Manager (CFM); Facility Management Professional (FMP).

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to effectively build relationships at all levels of the organization. High emotional intelligence.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be flexible and creative in developing solutions that deliver results.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple initiatives simultaneously and adapt to rapidly changing schedules, priorities, and workflow.
• Must have sound judgment and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills that deliver practical solutions.
• Ability to make programmatic changes and decisions derived from data and or regulatory research.
• Must be able to type accurately and demonstrate fluency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.