Job Description

Harborview Medical Center - Facilities & Capital Development has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time FACILITIES OPERATIONS MANAGER

WORK SCHEDULE
100% FTE, Days
No Telework
Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Under the direction of the Engineering Director manages the day-to-day operations of grounds and building maintenance activities.
• Responds to inquiries and requests for service from internal departments and supervises technical/support staff.
• The Facilities Operations Manager schedules, assigns, reviews, and supervises the work of all employees in Facilities Operations representing a variety of work skills necessary for the maintenance and repair of the facilities, buildings, grounds, and equipment
• Participates in the design, review, and planning of new construction, remodeling, and maintenance projects
• May serve as alternate to the Department Director in their absence.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, organizes, maintains, and manages the operations and reliability of the facilities and general infrastructure systems.
• Establishes and monitors preventative maintenance processes and programs and facility inspection processes for on-going review of maintenance work by agencies having jurisdiction.
• Supervises services skilled and technical/support staff.
• Develops, recommends, and administers policies, procedures, and processes in support of grounds and building maintenance operations; implements and monitors compliance with approved policies, procedures, and processes.
• Administers procurement and fiscal management activities associated with building and grounds maintenance activities, which may include RFPs, and contracts for grounds and maintenance related work to acquire trades and professional assistance
• Monitors spending on project and cost account basis; recommending and implementing corrective spending plans
• Reviews and authorizes purchase orders; administering contracts; obtaining price quotes and bids; purchasing and approving employee purchases, ensuring compliance with public purchasing rules
• Trouble-shoots and responds to after-hour issues as needed regarding the operational aspects of the facilities such as HVAC issues, fire alarm malfunctions, electrical outages, water leaks, etc.
• Monitors the safety and accessibility of the facilities
• Serves as the point of contact for the department for code (e.g. ADA, Fire Life Safety) compliance issues, accessibility improvement projects, and/or other code-related issues.
• Monitors and oversee the work of external contractors to ensure terms of agreements are met and work is completed satisfactorily
• Participates in the development and administration of grounds and building maintenance budget
• Collects and analyzes a variety of complex data and information, including utility costs and usage  
• Serves as a liaison with other departments within the Harborview Medical Center’s campus, the community, and external agencies to provide information on available resources, projects, and/or services

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, Administration or a related building construction field
• Five years’ progressively responsible, grounds, and/or maintenance experience, including two years of medical institution supervisory/lead experience.
• Supervisory/lead principles knowledge
• Experience with facilities maintenance, and grounds principles and practices.
• Contract management principles and practices
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes.
• Knowledge  of budgeting principles and practices, procurement principles and practices, project management principles, preventative maintenance principles and practices Maintaining data and components for facilities such as Facilities Condition Assessment
• Knowledge of Industry Best Practices, Continuous Quality Improvement Principles. Sustainability in Facilities Management and maintaining currency in sustainable practices.
• Skilled in Supervising/leading staff
• Experience reading and interpreting construction plans, specifications, drawings, maps, and/or other related technical documents
• Experience managing complex, multi-discipline maintenance projects involving multiple locations
• Relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine.  It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County.  It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.  

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. 

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About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.