Director of Facilities / Plant Operations - Kansas City, MO (Full Time, Direct Hire)
Director of Facilities / Plant OperationsLocation: Kansas City, MOSalary: $100,000 - $148,000 Annually (DOE)Employment Type: Full-TimeTravel Required Between Multiple Healthcare CampusesPosition OverviewA leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Director of Facilities / Plant Operations to oversee facilities management, plant operations, construction coordination, safety initiatives, and regulatory compliance across multiple hospital campuses. Reporting directly to executive leadership, this role is responsible for ensuring operational excellence, infrastructure reliability, and compliance within complex healthcare environments.The ideal candidate will bring extensive healthcare facilities leadership experience, strong knowledge of regulatory and life safety standards, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary plant operations teams.Key ResponsibilitiesFacilities & Plant OperationsDirect all plant operations activities across multiple healthcare facilitiesOversee maintenance and operation of:Buildings and groundsUtility systemsNon-clinical equipmentEnvironmental and safety systemsEnsure facilities support safe, efficient, and compliant patient care operationsManage preventative maintenance programs and operational improvement initiativesMonitor infrastructure performance and facility readinessConstruction & Project ManagementLead planning and execution of construction, renovation, and capital improvement projectsCoordinate external contractors, vendors, and facility service providersOversee contracted clinical equipment management servicesEnsure projects comply with healthcare operational and safety standardsMaintain project timelines, budgets, and quality standardsRegulatory Compliance & SafetyLead compliance efforts related to:Joint Commission standardsLife Safety regulationsEnvironmental Care PlansHealthcare safety requirementsConduct facility safety audits and compliance assessmentsPrepare facilities for regulatory inspections and accreditation surveysMaintain current knowledge of healthcare facilities regulations and standardsLeadership & AdministrationProvide strategic leadership to Plant Operations and Facilities teamsDevelop departmental goals, operational strategies, and budgetsSupport organizational performance metrics and process improvement initiativesCollaborate with executive leadership and department managersFoster strong cross-functional communication and team engagementRequired QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree required in one of the following areas:Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringBusiness AdministrationSecurity ManagementIndustrial SafetyAdministration of JusticeRelated fieldORAssociate degree in a related discipline with:10+ years of plant operations management experienceHealthcare safety experienceCertifications & LicensureCurrent valid driver's license requiredClass "A" Operating Engineers License preferredExperienceMinimum 10 years of plant operations and construction experience requiredPrior healthcare facilities experience requiredStrong background in:Healthcare safety and securityRegulatory complianceLife Safety programsEnvironmental Care PlansJoint Commission survey readinessUnion environment experience preferredLeadership ExperienceMinimum 7 years of leadership or administrative management experience requiredPreferred QualificationsStrong healthcare facilities leadership backgroundExperience managing multiple hospital campusesKnowledge of hospital operational metrics and compliance reportingExcellent organizational and project management skillsStrong verbal and written communication abilitiesDemonstrated career stability and leadership successFor more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.