Director, Facilities
Downers Grove, IL - USA
Job Summary
Overview
As the Director of Facilities you will lead ATIs national Facilities function ensuring the safe compliant efficient and cost-effective operation of all clinics and facilities within its 850 fleet. You will oversee preventive and reactive maintenance vendor and contractor management minor capital projects (including clinic refreshes remodels and reinvestment programs) and Facilities staff supervision.
You will partner closely with cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality facilities outcomes that support clinic performance patient and employee experience and ATI brand standards. You will ensure maintenance programs are reliable scalable deliver best-in-class value and are consistent across ATIs national footprint.
This is a leadership role leading a team of maintenance and project management professionals overseeing national maintenance contracts managing operational and capex budgets and ensuring compliance with building codes safety standards and relevant regulations.
This is a fully remote position for U.S.-based employees.
We are considering applicants with experience in facilities management for multi-site retail healthcare or commercial environments.
Responsibilities
Facilities Operations & Maintenance Leadership
Provide strategic vision for value creation and fleet health improvement. Lead cross-functional alignment and support the approval process. Have a proven history of implementing strategic ideas with measurable results.
Lead national preventive and reactive maintenance programs to ensure safe compliant efficient clinic operations.
Oversee work order management vendor performance and timely resolution of facility issues.
Maintain ATI facility standards and ensure consistent application of safety compliance and operational protocols.
Develop track and report on KPIs to measure the delivery of industry-leading results.
Partner with Operations to manage escalations and mitigate disruption to clinics.
Minor Capex Program Management
Oversee planning and execution of minor capex projects including refreshes remodels and targeted expansions.
Review scopes budgets schedules and designs for compliance with ATI standards and operational needs.
Manage permitting vendor coordination and construction oversight to ensure high-quality delivery.
Track and report on spend schedule predictability and project quality.
Vendor & Contract Management
Manage national and regional vendors ensuring service quality responsiveness and adherence to SLAs.
Lead contract negotiations renewals and procurement activities for maintenance and minor construction services.
Monitor vendor performance data and drive continuous improvement in cost quality and reliability.
Budgeting & Financial Oversight
Develop and manage annual Facilities OPEX & CAPEX maintenance budgets and minor CAPEX program budgets.
Review and approve invoices bids and change orders within delegated authority.
Ensure accurate forecasting cost control and financial transparency for Facilities operations.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead coach and develop Facilities staff establishing performance expectations and conducting reviews.
Oversee recruitment onboarding and ongoing training for maintenance personnel.
Foster a collaborative service-oriented culture aligned with ATI values and clinic support needs.
Cross-Functional Partnership
Partner with Operations Clinic Development Facilities Finance and PMO to support facility issues and capital planning.
Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure readiness and compliance with facility-related work.
Serve as a key liaison for escalations and communication related to existing clinic conditions and improvement projects.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
Required:
Bachelors degree in Facilities Management Construction Management Engineering Architecture or related field
Preferred:
Additional certifications (e.g. CFM FMP PMP)
Minimum Experience
Required:
10 years of experience in facilities management for multi-site retail healthcare or commercial environments
Experience overseeing construction build-outs renovations and facility upgrades
Demonstrated success managing maintenance vendors and service contracts
Experience supervising teams and driving performance outcomes
Strong understanding of building systems (HVAC electrical plumbing) code compliance and safety regulations
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred:
Experience in the multi-site retail environment
Experience managing national vendor programs and high-volume maintenance portfolios
Proficiency with CMMS/work order systems and capital/maintenance budgeting
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Strong organizational prioritization and project management skills
Solid negotiation ability with vendors and service providers
Ability to analyze facilities data identify trends and drive improvement
Thorough understanding of building codes ADA permitting processes and safety protocols
Strong customer service orientation when supporting clinics
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels including field staff and senior leadership
Commitment to ATIs mission service standards and team culture
Licenses and Certifications
Required:
None
Preferred:
CFM FMP or PMP
Virtual Employee
Salary Range
Location/Org Data : Dept Number
Required Experience:
Director
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