Director, Engineering & Operations, MC

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in supporting the mission of Duke University Medical Center?

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Direct the overall maintenance and engineering services in support of Duke University Medical Center's current and long-range projected requirements; assume direct responsibility for the maintenance and engineering support for Duke Clinical or Medical Research buildings, facilities and systems as assigned.

Work Arrangement - On-Site

Anticipated Pay Range - Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES

Prior experience in a hospital/healthcare setting required.

Demonstrated supervisory/leadership experience required.

CHFM is a plus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training - B.S. degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Management or equivalent degree applicable to facility management.

Experience - Requires a minimum of 8 years of related engineering and management experience in a large healthcare organization in facilities management.

Skills - Excellent communication and leadership skills required.

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Work Performed

• Direct the overall maintenance and engineering support for Duke Clinical or Medical Research facilities and systems; establish and maintain a routine and preventive maintenance program for the outlying buildings and research facilities and supporting systems.
• Coordinate proactive planning for special maintenance, upgrade and renovation projects; monitor the execution, completion and inspection of projects.
• Consult and collaborate with other departments, administration, contractor support, and vendors in determining building needs for both short- and long-term planning.
• Coordinate resolution for special maintenance and construction problems and assist user in determining priorities for changes as needed.
• Review plans, specifications and equipment; inspect facilities and ensure compliance with JCAHO, NFPA, OSHA, AALAC and other state and federal codes and regulations.
• Manage various personnel actions including, but not limited to, hiring, discipline, firing, performance evaluations, promotions, transfers, training, and scheduling.

Perform other duties incidental to the job as required.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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Ready to make a lasting impact?

If you're passionate about facilities excellence and want to contribute to the future of healthcare and research, we invite you to apply today.

Join Duke University Medical Center and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and service.