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As the Engineering Director, General Maintenance for our premier healthcare client account, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for the physical environment and structural integrity of a major clinical campus. In this role, you will oversee general building maintenance, carpentry, painting, locksmithing, and structural upkeep, ensuring that patient rooms, public spaces, and administrative areas remain pristine, safe, and fully functional.
What your day-to-day will look like:
Provide strategic direction and leadership to a diverse team of multi-skilled maintenance technicians, carpenters, painters, and general facilities staff across the hospital campus.
We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams, actively promoting a safe, healthy, and highly supportive workplace environment for all personnel.
Ensure all general maintenance and aesthetic improvement projects strictly adhere to local building codes, OSHA standards, ADA regulations, and healthcare-specific accreditation requirements such as Joint Commission standards.
Oversee the scheduling and deployment of preventative maintenance programs for structural elements, building envelopes, and patient-care areas utilizing the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Minimum of 10 years of experience in facilities management or engineering operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or director-level role within a hospital, healthcare, or complex institutional environment.
Deep operational knowledge of building envelopes, structural maintenance, general carpentry, finishes, lock hardware, and basic electrical/plumbing systems.
Comprehensive understanding of healthcare compliance standards, including Joint Commission Environment of Care, CMS, NFPA, and OSHA regulations.
Strong financial acumen with proven experience in budget development, variance analysis, capital planning, and vendor contract negotiations.
Preferred qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
A highly proactive leadership style, as we choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success, particularly when rolling out modern facility maintenance technologies.
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location:
On-site –Houston, TX
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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