Regional Facilities Director (Inland Empire)

KPC GLOBAL MEDICAL CENTERS INC.•Hemet, CA

About The Position

The Regional Director of Facilities is responsible for the regional oversight, execution, and performance management of facilities operations across assigned healthcare facilities, including acute care hospitals, outpatient clinics, and administrative sites within a defined geographic area. This role serves as the primary facilities leadership presence at the regional level, ensuring day-to-day operational reliability, regulatory readiness, and timely delivery of facility projects that directly support patient care, safety, and hospital operations. The Regional Director acts as the operational bridge between on-site Facilities leadership and Corporate Facilities strategy, translating enterprise standards into consistent, compliant execution at the facility level.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. Candidates without a degree must provide proof of enrollment in a relevant program and obtain the degree within 36 months of hire.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare facility management, including multi-site responsibility.
Strong knowledge of hospital building codes, infection prevention standards, and environment of care requirements.
Proven track record of managing large-scale capital projects and renovations in a healthcare environment.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Proficiency with CMMS systems and facility analytics tools.

Nice To Haves

Certification in CHFM (Certified Healthcare Facility Manager) or FMP (Facility Management Professional) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct oversight of Facilities operations across assigned hospitals, outpatient clinics, and administrative sites within the region.
Ensure continuous, reliable operation of all building systems, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, medical gas, and life safety systems.
Monitor facility conditions and proactively address maintenance, repair, and infrastructure needs to minimize operational disruption.
Serve as the primary regional authority for facilities-related operational decisions.
Maintain ongoing readiness for CMS, CDPH, Joint Commission, NFPA, OSHA, and local authority surveys.
Conduct regular facility rounds, environmental inspections, and compliance reviews.
Coordinate corrective actions, remediation plans, and documentation related to physical plant deficiencies.
Support hospitals during surveys and regulatory inspections as the regional Facilities lead.
Oversee regional execution of capital projects, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades.
Coordinate contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure safe, compliant, and timely project completion.
Monitor project scope, timelines, and quality, escalating risks or issues as appropriate.
Ensure construction activities are safely integrated into active clinical environments.
Directly manage Facility Managers, Engineers, and regional Facilities personnel.
Establish clear expectations for performance, accountability, and professional conduct.
Ensure appropriate staffing coverage, on-call rotations, and trade skill alignment across sites.
Support training, credentialing, and professional development of Facilities staff.
Ensure regional compliance with life safety plans, emergency preparedness protocols, and utility management requirements.
Participate in and support emergency response related to facilities incidents, outages, or infrastructure failures.
Coordinate with hospital incident command and leadership during emergencies affecting the physical plant.
Promote a culture of safety and risk awareness within Facilities teams.
Manage regional Facilities operating expenses within approved budgets.
Review vendor performance, service contracts, and work orders for quality and compliance.
Validate invoices and coordinate with Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies or payment issues.
Support cost-control initiatives while maintaining operational and regulatory standards.
Serve as the primary Facilities liaison for Regional CEOs, hospital leadership, and Corporate Facilities.
Provide regular updates on facilities performance, risks, and project status.
Escalate critical operational, regulatory, or safety issues promptly through appropriate channels.
Ensure consistent application of corporate Facilities policies and procedures across the region.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational, operational, and regulatory objectives.