Director, Facilities Management & Development

The Emily Program; Remote; ZAR 1 980 000 - 2 476 000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a Facilities Director to lead facility operations, overseeing safety, compliance, and effective management of facility projects. The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree and extensive experience in Facilities Management, including staffing and budget oversight. The ideal candidate will ensure high-quality care environments are maintained while coordinating with leadership on strategic facility initiatives. This remote position also entails travel to various sites as needed.

Benefits

HSA and PPO insurance options

Dental and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Paid time off including holidays

401(k) with matching contributions

Qualifications

• A minimum of seven years of progressive experience in Facilities Management.
• At least four years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare facilities operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead facility projects, including renovations and expansions.
• Ensure facilities are safe and compliant.
• Manage contractors and vendors for project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Facility operations

Strategic planning

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That’s why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care.

Position Overview

The Facilities Director leads all facility operations, including budget management, facility planning, and building systems maintenance. This role directs teams responsible for maintaining, renovating, and improving buildings and grounds, while implementing policies and preventive maintenance programs to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations. The Director ensures regulatory compliance, prioritizes maintenance requests, oversees inspections, and maintains accurate documentation to support performance, accountability, and long‑term asset sustainability.

Location

Remote- Must be US based, and able to work with no restrictions in the US in a remote home office. The Emily Program operates facilities in WA, MN, OH, NC, and GA

Schedule

• Monday‑Friday with Travel to sites as needed 20‑40%

Salary Range

$120,000‑150,000 commensurate with experience

How Director Of Facilities Management & Development Empowers Recovery

You will shape safe, functional, and welcoming environments that directly support our mission and the people we serve. This role leads facility development and operations to ensure our spaces enable high‑quality care, efficient operations, and future growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead facility projects—including renovations, space reconfigurations, and expansions that support patient care and organizational growth.
• Ensure facilities are safe, reliable, and compliant by overseeing maintenance, repairs, and building systems.
• Develop and uphold standards for space planning, design, construction, and facility operations.
• Adapt spaces and layouts to meet evolving clinical and operational needs.
• Manage contractors and vendors, ensuring projects are delivered with quality, accountability, and fiscal responsibility.
• Lead and support facility managers and project teams, fostering collaboration and performance.
• Partner with senior leadership on long‑term facility and strategic planning.
• Serve as a key liaison with Property Management and Owner’s Representatives to coordinate site improvements, FF&E, and client lodging needs.

Travel

• Travel required approximately 20%‑40%, based on project needs and location.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree required.

Professional Qualifications

• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in Facilities Management, including at least four (4) years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare facilities operations, including strategic planning, budgeting and cost control, and the management of vendor and service provider relationships.
• Proven ability to effectively interact with and influence all levels of the organization, particularly site and executive leadership, with the capability to clearly articulate and align Real Estate and facilities strategies with organizational objectives.
• A strong commitment to professional growth and a demonstrated desire to develop alongside and contribute to the success of the Operations organization.
• Extensive knowledge of facilities management and commercial real estate functions within a corporate environment, including space planning, lease administration, capital project oversight, and operational optimization.

Workplace Environment

Remote with work on site as necessary.

What We Offer

Employee Benefits

For Full‑time Employees, We Offer

• HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Dental insurance (Delta Dental)
• Vision insurance (EyeMed)
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Company‑paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan available two months after start date
• Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation

Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance. Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period. Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO.