Executive Director, Engineering Operations

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
12 years healthcare leadership experience
7 years supervisory experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field
The Executive Director leads the Engineering and Operations department responsible for maintaining 5 million square feet of facilities including HVAC, electrical, and grounds

Job Summary

  • The Executive Director leads the Engineering and Operations department responsible for maintaining 5 million square feet of facilities including HVAC, electrical, and grounds.
  • This role serves as a primary leader for UAMS's sustainability work, reporting decarbonization commitments to federal agencies and serving as Co-Chair of the campus Sustainability Steering Committee.
  • The position manages an annual operating budget exceeding $12 million and a utility budget of approximately $13 million while ensuring sustainable maintenance of medical equipment and construction projects.

Matching Summary

The Executive Director leads the Engineering and Operations department responsible for maintaining 5 million square feet of facilities including HVAC, electrical, and grounds.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits include health plans, up to 10% retirement match, and education discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12 years healthcare leadership experience
  • 7 years supervisory experience
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field
  • Leadership of 4 direct and 96 indirect reports
  • Management of HVAC electrical plumbing systems

Nice-to-have

  • Six Sigma methodology knowledge
  • Collaborative teamwork culture
  • Sustainability and decarbonization focus
  • Cross-functional program development
  • Energy savings goal achievement

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field
  • 12 years healthcare leadership experience
  • 7 years supervisory experience
  • Obtain CHFM Certified Healthcare Construction within 1 year
  • Proof of legal authority to work in United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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