Director of Facilities and Capital Planning
About The Position
The Director of Facilities and Capital Planning leads maintenance, safety, and facility operations at Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant, overseeing capital planning for a large CCRC campus. The role manages preventive maintenance, transportation services, grounds maintenance, emergency preparedness, departmental budgeting, team supervision, and regulatory compliance to support a safe, efficient, and well-maintained community environment. The Director supervises maintenance, transportation, and safety team members with support from the Assistant Director of Facilities, and coordinates with administration and compliance staff. The position also develops operating and capital repair budgets, monitors financial performance, manages work-order systems, prepares reports, and participates in organizational committees. Emergency response procedures and 24/7 on-call maintenance coverage are part of the role.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in facility operations and risk management.
- At least 3 years of experience at a key leadership level.
- Strong knowledge of institutional HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, and preventive maintenance programs.
- Experience with budgeting, maintenance software, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and respond effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and assist with emergency evacuation procedures if needed.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Facility operations and risk management experience in higher education, healthcare, or senior living preferred.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain a comprehensive plant maintenance program to reduce risk and minimize corrective maintenance costs.
- Supervise maintenance, transportation, and safety team members, including scheduling, on-call rotation, training, and performance management, with support from the Assistant Director of Facilities.
- Develop and oversee a computer-based work-order management system and establish priorities for efficient work completion.
- Partner with administration and compliance staff to ensure adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards, including OSHA, Life Safety Code, and CMS requirements.
- Oversee campus grounds and exterior operations, including landscaping, snow and ice removal, parking areas, roadways, sidewalks, and exterior lighting.
- Develop and administer operating budgets for capital repairs, plant management, and utilities; monitor and analyze budget variances.
- Coordinate emergency response procedures and 24/7 on-call maintenance coverage.
- Prepare operational and financial reports and participate in organizational committees.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
- Generous contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan.
- Paid time off.
- Paid professional development.
- No-cost access to a state-of-the-art on-site fitness center and indoor pool.
- Competitive salary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
