EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY, LEXINGTON, KY
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Position Title: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY, LEXINGTON, KY
SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors.
SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com.
Job Summary
Working as the Executive Director of Facilities Management, you serve as the primary representative of SSC Services for Education for the Facilities Maintenance Division within our hospital campus environment. You are responsible for coordinating and advising all activities within the designated region through subordinate managers and directors. The Executive Director is responsible for all matters relating to FM account operations in order to assure the highest client and customer satisfaction levels and account retention. They are responsible for strong employee relations, achievement of financial goals and future business growth plans.
Responsibilities:
- Develops a business plan and budget for the region in conjunction with the functional support team
- Develops financial forecasts and balances programs and resources
- Responsible for accuracy and timeliness of financial data and statistics
- Responsible for productivity and staffing for all hospital maintenance departments
- Maintains and supports client satisfaction at a level that ensures account retention
- Administers required client/customer surveys and responds in a timely and effective manner
- Promotes client awareness of program alternatives and the availability of corporate resources
- Monitors and ensures compliance with the provisions of client contracts
- Assist in customizing programs to meet each account's unique needs as required
- Conducts quarterly QBR’s with client to ensure and communicate program and contract compliance is being met
- Conducts Regional Audits semi-annually to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory and operational systems
- In conjunction with the Regional Director of Operations and human resources representative develops the region's training plan for management employees and ensures its successful implementation
- Visits each account on a regular basis to ensure that a positive relationship is maintained with the Director, Department Staff, and key client representatives
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent work experience
- Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in Facilities Maintenance (preferably at the Director level) experience in an acute care setting with high customer/client contact required
- Demonstrated experience in NFPA, TJC, CMS, DNV, EPA, and OSHA codes & regulations, along with a strong solid understanding of building systems
- CHFM highly preferred
- Ability to handle P&L for multiple accounts
- Ability to communicate optimally in written format and oral presentations
- Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and meet deadlines
- Possess a strong knowledge and understanding of healthcare building mechanical, structural, and electrical systems
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