Executive Director, Engineering Operations

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

10d

About The Position

The Executive Director of Engineering and Operations is responsible for the successful management of Engineering and Operations (E&O). The Executive Director is responsible for managing construction projects and studies by directing the Planning, Design & Construction team. This work begins with an initial project concept and scope, and continues through planning, design, construction, and project close-out for all construction and remodel projects at UAMS. Position will be responsible for the leadership, oversite and strategic planning of 6 direct reports and 115 indirect reports. The Engineering & Operations Department is responsible for the proper and sustainable maintenance and operations of: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC Controls, Fire Alarm Systems, Preventative Maintenance, General Maintenance, Plant Operations, Grounds, Energy Management, services for medical equipment and Minor Renovation and Construction Projects for 5M square feet with a combined annual operating budget that exceeds 12M and an annual utility budget of approximately 13M. Provides leadership and guidance during all phases of project development and construction. This position reports directly to the Vice Chancellor for Institutional Support Services. Additionally, the Executive Director is a primary leader for UAMS’s work in all areas of sustainable operations and builds on our current position as a national leader in energy efficiency. Work with internal staff and consultants to reach and sustain stated energy savings goals. Lead a team responsible for reporting UAMS’s decarbonization commitments with the US Department of Health and Human Services, the National Academy of Medicine, and other sustainability metrics. Serve as Co-Chair of campus Sustainability Steering Committee and work with counterparts to develop cross functional programs that improve the sustainability of UAMS operations across our academic, research and patient care missions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field.
12 years of healthcare leadership experience including 7 years of supervisory experience.
If not already licenses/certified, must complete within 1 year of being hired.
CHFM Certified Healthcare Construction (CHC)

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in engineering, architecture, business, healthcare administration or environmental sciences.
PE AIA LEED AP CEM CEFP ACP PMP
Six Sigma

Responsibilities

Manage construction projects and studies by directing the Planning, Design & Construction team
Leadership, oversite and strategic planning of 6 direct reports and 115 indirect reports
Proper and sustainable maintenance and operations of: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC Controls, Fire Alarm Systems, Preventative Maintenance, General Maintenance, Plant Operations, Grounds, Energy Management, services for medical equipment and Minor Renovation and Construction Projects for 5M square feet with a combined annual operating budget that exceeds 12M and an annual utility budget of approximately 13M
Provide leadership and guidance during all phases of project development and construction
Work with internal staff and consultants to reach and sustain stated energy savings goals
Lead a team responsible for reporting UAMS’s decarbonization commitments with the US Department of Health and Human Services, the National Academy of Medicine, and other sustainability metrics
Serve as Co-Chair of campus Sustainability Steering Committee and work with counterparts to develop cross functional programs that improve the sustainability of UAMS operations across our academic, research and patient care missions