Opportunity
North Oaks Health, an expanding $500M community health system in Hammond, Louisiana, is seeking a qualified facilities leader as its inaugural Vice President of Facility Operations and Development.
Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the Vice President is responsible for the senior level management and performance of facilities, plant operations, construction, and real estate transaction activities across the system aligning with strategic initiatives and goals. This is a highly visible role in close partnership with the Chief Executive Officer, as a key priority is leadership of North Oaks’ $350M seven year master plan comprising a new seven story patient tower, outpatient surgical center, medical office building, and patient and employee parking.
Position Summary
- Oversee the standardization of safety programs, contract negotiations, and infrastructure budget forecasting.
- Collaborate with executive and senior leadership to set business goals, solve internal issues, and ensure alignment with construction, design, and real estate initiatives.
- Maintain acute awareness of market and industry trends, and implement innovative solutions for operational improvement.
- Serve in senior level leadership role on large construction projects and facility improvement initiatives.
- Establish and report key performance indicators for the maintenance and operation of all physical structures, mechanical/electrical systems, central plants, and utilities.
- Monitor and implement regular audits, inspections, and assessments to ensure a safe, functional, and compliant environment.
- Manage the real estate transaction process for acquisition, leasing, or disposition activities.
- Develop and manage annual operational and capital budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic plans.
- Analyze financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
- Leverage vendor relationships to secure cost-efficient contracts and maximize return on investment.
- Lead, mentor, and develop an interprofessional management team.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations, as well as accreditation requirements.
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, facilities management, construction management or degree in other business related field required.
- Master’s Degree in engineering, business, healthcare administration or other related field preferred.
- Current certification in (or obtains within 12-months of hire date) facilities and/or construction management from an accrediting body such as the American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE).
- At least 5 years of experience managing facilities, construction projects and staff in a setting of similar size and scope.
- Experience reviewing and validating accuracy of pay applications and change orders.
- Proficient and knowledgeable in construction methods, preventive maintenance programs, life safety precautions and infection prevention protocols.
- Strong knowledge and experience dealing directly with regulatory agencies, reviewing regulations, and implementing policies and procedures.
- Ability to interpret plans and drawings.
- Excellent analytical, financial and project management skills.
- Excellent presentation and verbal/written communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, with the ability to master other software programs as needed to effectively perform job duties.
- Ability to inspire, motivate, and hold teams accountable to achieve organizational goals.
Compensation
An attractive compensation, benefits, and relocation package will be offered commensurate with the candidate’s experience.
