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 sustainable operations, working to reach energy savings goals and report on decarbonization commitments.
  • The position manages a team of 4 direct reports and 96 indirect reports with an annual operating budget exceeding $12 million and utility budget of approximately $13 million.

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
  • Strategic planning for HVAC electrical plumbing
  • Energy management and utility budget oversight

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in engineering or business
  • Six Sigma methodology knowledge
  • Sustainability and decarbonization leadership
  • Cross-functional program development
  • Experience with medical equipment services

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

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

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