Director Facilities

About the role

The Director, Facilities provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for Facility Engineering, Safety, and Security functions across Providence Health & Services ministries in the Oregon Region.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for Oregon Region Plant Operations and Maintenance, Facility Services, Grounds Maintenance, and Safety functions.
• Inform and educate facility and safety leaders on system-wide vision, standards, and performance goals.
• Build and sustain trusted relationships with facility managers, safety leaders, and senior executives through effective communication and timely issue resolution.
• Support the free exchange of ideas, information, and best practices across ministries.
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards, ensuring compliance with Joint Commission and CMS Conditions of Participation.
• Audit Life Safety Code compliance and manage remediation of deficiencies.
• Serve as the Oregon Region Fire Marshal, enforcing fire and life safety codes and ensuring reliability of fire and life safety systems across hospital campuses.
• Intervene when environmental conditions pose immediate threats to life, health, equipment, or facilities.
• Direct emergency response planning for facility engineering and safety departments and respond in person to emergency incidents when required.
• Lead facility and safety operational improvement initiatives, incorporating emerging facility and information-management technologies.
• Evaluate organizational structures and workflows and implement improvements to enhance quality, service, and cost efficiency.
• Share innovative practices and process improvements with the PH&S Facility Engineering Council.
• Ensure purchasing strategies and service contracts align with system sourcing standards and goals.
• Direct development and oversight of operational expense and capital budgets for Oregon Region facilities and safety programs.
• Lead long-term capital planning and facility re-investment programs.
• Lead the Oregon Region Energy Management Program in collaboration with the System Office to manage utility and energy costs.
• Manage and support Oregon Region facility managers and Building Systems Engineers, including hiring, performance management, coaching, discipline, training, and advancement.
• Oversee standardized training and education programs to maintain facility engineering staff competency.
• Negotiate and support administration of union agreements with Operating Engineers where applicable.
• Participate actively in Oregon Region committees and councils.
• Partner with community organizations and trade associations to support workforce diversity reflective of local communities.
• Develop and deliver presentations on regulatory compliance, system initiatives, performance metrics, and regional projects to a variety of audiences.
• Safety & Environmental Health Support Oregon Region Safety Managers through resource development, training, and professional advancement.
• Collaborate with PH&S Employee Health Services to reduce employee injuries and support safe return-to-work practices.

  Requirements

  Journeyman plant operations engineer with 10+ years of senior leadership experience in plant operations, maintenance, and safety programs across multi-campus facilities.

  • Minimum of 7 years of healthcare industry experience, including:
  • Utility and energy management program development.
  • Union contract negotiation and administration.
  • Construction project development and oversight.
  • Staff supervision in complex environments.
  • Expert knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and regulations, including OSHA, DEQ, ODOT.
  • Strong expertise in Joint Commission, CMS Conditions of Participation, and Life Safety requirements.
  • Technical knowledge of building systems, mechanical and electrical equipment, fire protection, alarms, and controls.
  • Knowledge of CDC and ASHRAE standards related to infection-risk mitigation.
  • Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems and standard business software.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to meet all applicable state driving requirements (as applicable).

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  Skills

  • Demonstrated leadership, motivational, and team-building skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including formal presentations.
  • Political awareness and strong interpersonal relationship skills.
  • Strategic planning, organizational, and process-improvement expertise.
  • Project development and management skills.
  • Sound judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making ability.
  • Ability to manage changing priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to build effective relationships with senior executives, regulators, and labor organizations.
  • Working knowledge of Human Resources principles and practices.

  Benefits

  Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more.