Sodexo

Posted Range

$87500 to $132660

Role Overview

Use your passion for service to create a positive impact and make a difference.

Sodexo is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Facilities Operations to lead facilities management services at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton, NC. The medical center is accredited by DNV-GL Healthcare and offers a combination of acute care, intensive care, and psychiatric services, serving more than 13,000 inpatients and 60,000 emergency patients annually. In this role, the Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of building and property maintenance, ensuring a safe, efficient, and compliant environment that supports critical healthcare operations. Responsibilities include managing preventive maintenance and reactive repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and utility systems; hiring and supervising staff; overseeing capital projects; and potentially managing additional Sodexo services such as groundskeeping, laundry, food services, security, and more.

What You'll Do

• Oversee day-to-day operations of facilities management, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and utility systems.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, including skilled trades, managers, and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety standards, including DNV-GL Healthcare accreditation requirements.
• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
• Coordinate and execute capital improvement and construction projects in alignment with hospital goals.
• Monitor budgets and control costs while ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Collaborate closely with hospital leadership to support patient care through safe, functional, and efficient facilities.
• Oversee or support additional Sodexo services such as security, laundry, food services, groundskeeping, and more, as needed.
• Develop and implement sustainability and energy management initiatives.
• Maintain readiness for audits, inspections, and emergency preparedness planning.

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

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in facilities management, engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of management experience, leading teams in complex operational environments.
• At least 5 years of functional experience in facilities operations, preferably within healthcare or similarly regulated industries.
• Proven expertise in managing building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and utilities.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance, including DNV-GL Healthcare standards, Life Safety Code, and environmental health and safety protocols preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and motivate high-performing teams.
• Experience managing capital projects, preventive maintenance programs, and vendor contracts.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with hospital leadership and cross-functional teams to support patient-centered care.
• A commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence in a mission-driven, nonprofit healthcare environment.

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 complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience – 5 years

Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years