Sodexo

Pay: $116,700 to $176,550/year

Role Overview

Empowering Healthcare Through Expert Facility Leadership

Sodexo is seeking an experienced and driven Director of Facilities Operations to lead facilities management services at the Saints Campus of Lowell General Hospital, a vital part of the Tufts Medicine healthcare system in Lowell, Massachusetts. This acute care facility serves the Greater Merrimack Valley region with a full spectrum of healthcare services including emergency care, surgical procedures, diagnostic imaging, and specialty outpatient clinics. As a fully accredited Joint Commission facility, the Saints Campus prioritizes safety, quality, and patient-centered care. The Director of Facilities Operations will play a critical leadership role in ensuring the infrastructure and environment align with those high standards.

What You'll Do

• Direct all aspects of facilities operations, including building maintenance, utilities, infrastructure upgrades, and grounds management.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Ensure full regulatory and environmental compliance with The Joint Commission, OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and other applicable standards.
• Lead the planning and execution of capital improvement projects and infrastructure modernization efforts.
• Collaborate closely with hospital leadership and clinical teams to align facilities operations with organizational goals.
• Manage a multidisciplinary team of facilities professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee budget management, resource allocation, vendor partnerships, and service contracts to ensure operational efficiency.

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

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare facilities management or a comparable setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field required; advanced degree or CHFM certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance standards and hospital infrastructure systems (HVAC, electrical, life safety, plumbing, etc.).
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale capital projects.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

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