University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Director Hospital Facilities

Hospitals & Medical Centers
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • 10+ years of progressively responsible experience
  • 3+ years in a supervisory role
  • Strong project management skills
  • Experience in hospital or clinical settings preferred

Responsibilities

  • Assist AVP with facilities maintenance, operations, repairs, and construction oversight
  • Manage and complete complex construction and design projects
  • Provide leadership to the Facilities team, fostering teamwork and recognition
  • Evaluate business decisions with risk management practices
  • Support invoicing procedures for accuracy and timeliness
  • Oversee construction and engineering services, including staffing
  • Ensure preparedness for accreditation surveys and action plans

Benefits

  • PPO medical plan at no cost for employee-only coverage from day one
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay
  • Paid Time Off available from day one
  • Retirement Programs through TRS
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
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JOB SUMMARY

This position is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Hospital Facilities leader who can oversee complex construction, engineering, design, and operational initiatives while also providing strong leadership to the Facilities team. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field, at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience, and a minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience. This individual should be comfortable managing major hospital construction and transition projects, coordinating closely with contractors, designers, end users, internal departments, and outside organizations, and handling high-level responsibilities and decisions on behalf of senior leadership. The role requires someone with strong business judgment who can evaluate operational and financial decisions, apply risk management practices, understand contract pricing, support invoicing processes, and maintain oversight of staffing and engineering services. Just as important, the candidate should have a proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate employees, build strong relationships with key stakeholders, and create a collaborative environment that supports successful project delivery. Strong project management and organizational skills are essential, as this person will need to manage multiple complex priorities while balancing attention to detail with a broader strategic vision. Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills are also important, along with the ability to exercise considerable independent judgment, solve problems proactively, and represent Hospital Facilities effectively across the organization.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required
  • Education
    Bachelor's Degree in related field
  • Experience
    10 years of progressively responsible experience, including
    3 years' experience in a supervisory capacity

Preferred skills
  • Experience
    Hospital or clinical experience.

JOB DUTIES
• Assists AVP in all aspects of facilities maintenance & operations, repairs, reporting, and oversight of renovations and construction projects.
• Relieves AVP of a wide variety of internal duties and decisions, which requires thorough understanding of the functions, programs, and policies of the organization.
• Manages and completes complex projects and reports, including major design and construction which may require significant contact with external departments and outside organizations.
• Provides leadership to the Hospital Facilities team and creates the project environment to deliver the desired results through teamwork, support and recognition.
• Evaluates and manages business decisions, employing risks management procedures to regulate contract pricing.
• Assists in supporting invoicing procedures to ensure timely compilation of materials, equipment, and utilization records, to facilitate complete and accurate invoicing of customers.
• Responsible for construction and engineering services, employee staffing, and oversight.
• Responsible for Survey readiness and preparedness and action plans for all surveys including TJC, CAP, LVAD, Stroke, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
  • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

About University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UT Southwestern) is a public academic health science center in Dallas, Texas. With approximately 14,400 employees and an operating budget of nearly $2.8 billion, UT Southwestern is one of six medical schools in the UT System. UT Southwestern is one of the leading medical research institutions in the world, with a focus on biomedical research, clinical care, and education. The institution is home to six Nobel laureates, 22 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 19 members of the National Academy of Medicine. UT Southwestern is also affiliated with Parkland Memorial Hospital, one of the largest public hospitals in the United States.
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