Facilities Manager - Hospital

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Facilities Manager - JLL

What this job involves:

As a Facilities Manager at JLL, you will manage the plant operations and engineering functions of healthcare facilities with a primary focus on maintaining safe, compliant, and efficient operations. You will oversee maintenance staff and ensure all building systems operate reliably while meeting the stringent regulatory requirements of healthcare environments.

Your role centers on maintaining compliance with Joint Commission standards, Environment of Care requirements, and Life Safety Code regulations while providing exceptional service to clients and supporting critical healthcare operations. You will be responsible for protecting and improving the value of client assets while ensuring facility infrastructure systems continue to perform their intended function in support of patient care and safety.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Plant Operations Management:

* Monitor and maintain all building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment for optimal facility performance

* Oversee operation of critical healthcare infrastructure including medical gas systems, emergency power, and life safety systems

* Manage equipment performance through comprehensive preventive maintenance programs and predictive monitoring

* Review operational logs to ensure proper equipment function and identify potential issues before they impact operations

* Coordinate equipment shutdowns and maintenance activities to minimize disruption to patient care and clinical operations

* Ensure availability of adequate inventory of tools, spare parts, and supplies for effective facility operations

* Prepare and submit purchase order requests while managing vendor relationships and sourcing for materials

* Perform periodic inspections of equipment conditions and facility infrastructure to maintain operational readiness

* Oversee activities of contractors working within the facility as representatives of the building or healthcare tenants

Environment of Care and Regulatory Compliance:

* Serve as Safety Officer responsible for Environment of Care, Emergency Management, and Life Safety Code compliance

* Maintain compliance with Joint Commission standards and prepare for all regulatory surveys and audits

* Ensure adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing healthcare facility operations

* Maintain comprehensive documentation for regulatory compliance including building drawings, single-lines, and infrastructure records

* Identify and remediate safety hazards throughout the facility to ensure staff, patients, and visitors work in safe environments

* Manage hazardous materials programs including safe storage, usage, and disposal in compliance with policy and audit standards

* Implement and administer comprehensive safety training programs for all maintenance and engineering staff

* Alert management promptly of building discrepancies, compliance issues, or regulatory concerns

* Coordinate and document Life Safety Code inspections and required testing programs

Leadership and Staff Management:

* Supervise and manage maintenance staff including selection, scheduling, job assignments, and performance management

* Conduct employee counseling, performance appraisals, recognition programs, and recommend personnel actions

* Provide training and hands-on instruction in maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and troubleshooting techniques

* Demonstrate proper use and care of tools and equipment while instilling high level of professionalism and client service

* Develop maintenance staff capabilities through comprehensive training and professional development programs

* Foster culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the maintenance team

* Manage performance of contracted maintenance services and vendor relationships

* Lead team to achieve operational excellence and client satisfaction goals consistently

Financial and Project Management:

* Plan and forecast operational and maintenance budgets with proven expense management responsibility

* Recommend and estimate costs for facility repairs, improvements, and capital projects

* Implement energy management programs to reduce energy and water consumption by minimum 2% and track performance

* Manage departmental expenses and ensure cost-effective facility operations

* Coordinate facility improvement projects from planning through execution

* Develop business cases for…