Director of Facilities

Job Location
University Health Truman Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri

Department
Physical Plant UHTMC

Position Type
Full time

Work Schedule
7:00AM - 4:00PM

Hours Per Week
40

Job Description

Director of Facilities

Building Excellence Behind the Scenes

Hospitals never sleep — and neither does the work it takes to keep them safe, efficient, and running at their best. As Director of Facilities, you’ll lead the teams and operations that power the entire campus experience, ensuring every building, system, and environment supports exceptional patient care.
This role is ideal for a strategic leader who thrives in complex environments, understands the importance of operational excellence, and can inspire teams to deliver reliable, high-quality facility services every day.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee all facility operations including maintenance, repair, renovation, and campus grounds.
• Direct teams responsible for the physical plant and infrastructure across all hospital buildings and facilities.
• Plan, organize, and monitor departmental operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant performance.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to align facility operations with organizational goals and long-term strategic plans.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, Life Safety requirements, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Manage building systems, preventative maintenance programs, and operational improvements.
• Partner with union trades and contractors to support construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects.
• Develop and monitor budgets, operational metrics, and departmental performance goals.
• Lead with a focus on teamwork, accountability, customer service, and continuous improvement.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in technical engineering, facilities management, large-scale plant operations, maintenance, or repair leadership.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance operations, and Life Safety codes.
• Experience working with union trades and labor environments.
• Familiarity with all major skilled trade disciplines.
• Ability to analyze operational challenges and implement effective facility solutions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong computer and reporting skills.
• Must meet Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance requirements if driving is required for the role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Licensed Operating Engineer certification.
• Experience with project management methodologies and capital improvement planning.

Why Join Us?

This is more than facilities management — it’s an opportunity to create safe, reliable environments that directly support patient care, employee experience, and community health. You’ll lead a critical operation, work alongside dedicated professionals, and help shape the future of healthcare facilities management.