Executive Director, Engineering Operations

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Sustainable operations leadership
Energy efficiency initiatives
Decarbonization reporting
The Executive Director of Engineering and Operations is responsible for the successful management of Engineering and Operations (E&O), including HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Alarm Systems, Preventative Maintenance, Plant Operations, Grounds, and Energy Management for 5M square feet with a combined annual operating budget exceeding $12M

Job Summary

  • The Executive Director of Engineering and Operations is responsible for the successful management of Engineering and Operations (E&O), including HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Alarm Systems, Preventative Maintenance, Plant Operations, Grounds, and Energy Management for 5M square feet with a combined annual operating budget exceeding $12M.
  • This role involves leadership, oversight, and strategic planning for 4 direct reports and 96 indirect reports, with a focus on sustainable operations and achieving energy savings goals.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, holiday/vacation/sick leave, education discounts, and retirement matching.

Matching Summary

The Executive Director of Engineering and Operations is responsible for the successful management of Engineering and Operations (E&O), including HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Alarm Systems, Preventative Maintenance, Plant Operations, Grounds, and Energy Management for 5M square feet with a combined annual operating budget exceeding $12M.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Sustainable operations leadership
  • Energy efficiency initiatives
  • Decarbonization reporting
  • Campus sustainability steering committee

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative healthcare organization
  • Teamwork and diversity champion
  • Improving patient care focus

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field
  • 12 years healthcare leadership experience
  • 7 years supervisory experience
  • CHFM Certified Healthcare Construction (CHC) within 1 year

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

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