Director of Facilities & Plant Operations

Description

Director of Facilities & Plant Operations 

Acute Care Hospital Experience Required
Full-Time | Salaried/Exempt |  Bonus Eligible | Relocation Assistance Provided 

Employer: Vanguard Resources, Inc. (VRI)

Location: The University of Kansas Health System – Olathe Medical Center
20333 W. 151st Street
Olathe, KS 66061 

Lead Critical Operations That Support Exceptional Patient Care

Are you a healthcare facilities leader ready to make a meaningful impact?

Vanguard Resources, Inc. (VRI) is seeking an experienced Director of Facilities & Plant Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership for facilities maintenance, engineering, utilities, infrastructure reliability, and regulatory compliance across a major healthcare campus and associated outpatient locations.  This highly visible leadership role is responsible for ensuring a safe, compliant, and reliable care environment that supports patients, caregivers, visitors, and hospital operations 24/7. The Director serves as a trusted partner to hospital leadership while leading a team of skilled technical maintenance, and responsible for maintaining critical healthcare infrastructure and supporting operational excellence.  This role provides oversight for facilities operations supporting hospital campuses and ambulatory care locations, offering broad responsibility and significant leadership impact. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, service-oriented leader who excels at balancing regulatory compliance, operational excellence, team development, customer service, and long-term facility planning.

About the Facility

The University of Kansas Health System – Olathe Hospital is a leading regional healthcare provider serving Johnson County and the greater Kansas City area. As part of The University of Kansas Health System, the hospital combines community-based care with the resources and expertise of one of the region's premier healthcare organizations. 

Facility Highlights Include:

• 300-bed acute care hospital 
• One of the largest healthcare campuses in the region 
• Comprehensive emergency, surgical, cardiovascular, orthopedic, women's health, and specialty services 
• Part of The University of Kansas Health System, nationally recognized for clinical excellence and patient-centered care 
• More than 70 years of serving the Kansas City metropolitan area and surrounding communities

Leadership Scope & Responsibilities

As Director of Facilities & Plant Operations, you will provide leadership and oversight for all facilities maintenance, engineering, plant operations, infrastructure reliability, regulatory compliance, and environmental safety activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Direct all plant operations, facilities maintenance, engineering, grounds, and infrastructure services across hospital and ambulatory care locations 
• Ensure continuous operation of critical systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, emergency power, medical gas, fire protection, and life safety systems 
• Lead preventive maintenance, reliability-centered maintenance, and emergency preparedness programs 
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, staffing plans, and operational goals 
• Oversee capital improvement projects, vendor relationships, and contracted services 
• Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain a high-performing facilities team 
• Lead a skilled team of technicians, including HVAC techs, electricians, plumbers, painters, locksmiths, and other facilities staff 
• Partner with hospital leadership to support patient safety, operational excellence, and regulatory readiness 
• Lead Joint Commission, CMS, NFPA, OSHA, and other regulatory compliance efforts 
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, customer service, safety, and operational performance 
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and service excellence

Why Join Vanguard Resources (VRI)?

• Join a growing healthcare facilities management organization with a strong reputation for operational excellence 
• Work alongside industry leaders with more than 300 years of combined facilities management experience 
• Enjoy a collaborative environment that values leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement 
• Influence strategic planning, infrastructure investments, and facility operations 
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement within a growing organization 
• Competitive compensation, bonus opportunity, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits package 
• Make a direct impact on patient care by ensuring a safe and reliable healthcare environment

Benefits

Eligible team members may participate in:

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting 
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage 
• Employee Referral Bonus Program 
• Education and Tuition Assistance 
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities 

At VRI, safety is everyone's responsibility. All team members are expected to champion a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.

About Vanguard Resources, Inc.

Founded in 1996, Vanguard Resources, Inc. (VRI) is a family-owned facilities management company dedicated to helping healthcare organizations operate more efficiently and effectively. Guided by our mission of Turning Support Into Solutions®, we combine industry expertise, responsive service, and a people-first culture to deliver exceptional results for our clients nationwide.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vanguard Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be a visible leader with strong healthcare facilities expertise and a passion for developing people, improving operations, and delivering outstanding customer service.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field 
• Minimum 7 years of facilities maintenance experience 
• Minimum 5 years of leadership or supervisory experience 
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, emergency power, medical gas, and life safety systems 
• Experience managing budgets, capital projects, and vendor relationships 
• Working knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, NFPA, OSHA, and healthcare regulatory requirements 
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications 

Preferred Qualifications

• Acute care hospital facilities leadership experience 
• CHFM (Certified Healthcare Facility Manager) or similar professional certification 
• Technical trade experience in electrical, HVAC, plumbing, boilers, refrigeration, or related systems 
• Experience leading multi-site healthcare operations