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Role Overview

You are a strategic, innovative facilities leader ready to help clients optimize their business!

Sodexo is seeking a **Director 2, Facilities Operations** providing operations, maintenance, repairs and minor construction for **Sharp Grossmont Hospital** located in **La Mesa, CA.**

Are You the One?

We are seeking candidates with proven success in achieving reductions in expense through innovative projects in facility management and renovations, with technical expertise in building services including plant operations, MEP and project management for re-engineering initiatives. You also may oversee contract labor for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fire safety equipment, security systems and building hardware.

If you excel at unit profitability, account savings, client satisfaction, safety and quality, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

You will be professionally responsible for Facilities Management regarding the proper installation, operation and maintenance of uninterrupted light, heat, power, water and monitoring systems for all health system buildings and services.

This **Director of Facilities Operations** will oversee Life Safety Compliance for the health system, participate in permitting, ILSM, vendor management, and training. Participate as key member of facilities management team and client leadership. Highly customer interactive position. This position will maintain continuous survey readiness through compliance with regulations from a number of regulatory agencies, including The Joint Commission (TJC), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Will maintain regulatory readiness documentation, ensuring system is in compliance with regulatory standards and team is trained and ready for regulatory inspections.

You will have budget, staffing, short- and long-range planning, and program development responsibilities for the Facilities department in addition to construction/renovation operations, facility planning, maintenance, repair programs and energy management.

If you can translate and communicate your technical expertise and financial acumen with C-Suite Executives and staff, let’s talk!

What You'll Do

+ Oversee day-to-day facilities and plant operations across Sharp Grossmont Hospital, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant environment.

+ Supervise, schedule, and support the maintenance/engineering team to ensure timely completion of work orders, repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks.

+ Monitor and manage building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, medical gas, and fire/life safety systems to ensure functionality, uptime, and compliance.

+ Conduct routine facility rounding to identify issues, assess readiness, and maintain Environment of Care standards.

+ Support regulatory compliance efforts, including documentation, inspections, and readiness for Joint Commission, CMS, NFPA, OSHA, and other audits.

+ Serve as acting leader in the absence of the Director of Facilities and collaborate on department planning and process improvements.

+ Assist with emergency preparedness, incident response, and business continuity planning.

+ Develop strong partnerships with clinical staff, departments, and leadership to align facility services with operational priorities.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

+ Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

+ 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

+ Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

+ Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

+ Proven experience in healthcare facilities management, engineering, or maintenance leadership.

+ Strong understanding of regulatory and safety standards including Joint Commission, CMS, NFPA, OSHA, Environment of Care (EOC), Life Safety, and DOH requirements.

+ Demonstrated leadership experience managing maintenance teams, contractors, or technical staff.

+ Strong technical knowledge of the following: mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structural, fire protection, safety systems, civil, low voltage, demolition, architectural and energy management.

+ Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly in urgent or emergency situations.

+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage workflows, schedules, and project timelines.

+ Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with technical teams, clinical departments, and senior leadership.

+ Proficiency in CMMS tools and maintenance tracking systems.

+ Plant operations and maintenance management experience in a healthcare environment;

+ Business and financial acumen with a strong P&L understanding, excellent customer service and communication skills.

+ Staff development and team building experience.

+ Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager (CHFM) is a plus.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) .

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience – 5 years

Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years

**Location** _US-CA-LA MESA_

**System ID** _985092_

**Category** _Facilities_

**Employment Status** _Full-Time_

_Exempt_

**Posted Range** _$100800 to $152460_

**Company : Segment Desc** _HOSPITALS_

_On-Site_