Senior Director, Hospital Facilities & Operations

CHOC Children's; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

The Director of Facilities at CHOC Children's leads the facilities department, including Plant Operations, Plant Maintenance, Grounds and related upkeep. This role ensures regulatory compliance and delivers safe, reliable infrastructure to support pediatric care.

The position oversees annual operating and capital budgets, drives productivity metrics, and partners with clinical leadership to align facilities with CHOC's strategic goals and patient-centered mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of leadership experience in director/manager roles with hospital plant maintenance.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
• Knowledge of steam boilers, building automation, HVAC, and related safety/regulatory requirements (JCAHO/OSHPD/Cal OSHA).
• Ability to set goals, lead with respect, promote energy conservation, and drive quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead Plant Operations, Plant Maintenance, Grounds and related maintenance activities.
• Oversee annual operating and capital budgets for facilities.
• Analyze financial, operational and clinical information to support strategic goals.
• Develop and implement programs for efficient facilities management.

Skills

Leadership experience

Budgeting

Communication skills

Team leadership

Quality Improvement

Energy conservation

Customer focus

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Director of Facilities at CHOC Children's leads the facilities department, including Plant Operations, Plant Maintenance, Grounds and related upkeep. This role ensures regulatory compliance and delivers safe, reliable infrastructure to support pediatric care.

The position oversees annual operating and capital budgets, drives productivity metrics, and partners with clinical leadership to align facilities with CHOC's strategic goals and patient-centered mission.