JOB SUMMARY
Directs and oversees day-to-day facilities operations across SFHS, including Plant Operations, Plant Maintenance, Construction, and Facility Planning. Provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant building infrastructure, utilities, and building systems. Leads planning and execution of capital and non-capital construction projects across SFHS and affiliated properties, including scope development, design coordination, cost estimating and budgeting, contractor selection, scheduling, permitting, and construction management from initiation through closeout. Ensures work is completed on time and within budget while minimizing disruption to patient care and operations, maintaining quality, and meeting all applicable codes, life safety standards, and regulatory/accreditation requirements. Chairs and leads the Environment of Care Committee for SFHS, driving risk assessments, performance improvement initiatives, and multidisciplinary coordination to support safety, emergency preparedness, and overall environment of care compliance.
Core Responsibilities:
- Addresses Healthcare System needs proactively, addresses short and long term needs of Saint Francis Healthcare System, its' properties and equipment, both onsite and offsite.
Leadership:
- Efficiently and effectively directs activities of Plant Maintenance, Plant Operations, and Biomedical Engineering Departments.
- Plans and conducts department and other meetings as appropriate.
Safety:
- Efficiently and effectively serves as the Safety Director.
Quality:
- Promotes an attitude of "do it right the first time".
- Works cooperatively with all medical center staff.
Inspections and Surveys:
- Appropriately prepares for inspections and surveys conducted by various governmental and other agencies.
- Develops awareness of applicable rules, regulations, and standards among staff, both intra and interdepartmentally as appropriate.
Design, Cost, and Schedule Development:
- Works with appropriate individuals to develop preliminary and final design drawings, budgetary and final cost estimates, and schedules as appropriate in support of various minor and major projects.
- Works with architects and consultants as needed.
Construction Management:
- Directs construction activities, utilizing both internal staff and outside contractors as appropriate in support of established cost and scheduled perimeters.
Vendor Coordination:
- Works with vendors, manufacturers, and suppliers as appropriate in support of established design, cost, and schedule needs.
Committees:
- Effectively and efficiently serves on various committees, subcommittees, task groups, boards, etc. as appropriate.
JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field- required
- Master’s degree- preferred
Certification & Licensures:
- Professional certifications such as CHFM (Certified Healthcare Facility Manager) or CHC (Certified Healthcare Constructor)- preferred
Experience:
- Five (5) years of facilities and plant operations management experience in a healthcare environment and/or plant operations management role - required.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory requirements, building codes, and accreditation standards.
- Proven track record in managing large-scale capital projects and budgets.
- Expertise in building systems, preventive maintenance, and energy management.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Why Work at Saint Francis?
Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.
Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.
You’ll find more than 50 specialties, the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center, and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU. The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers.
A Mission That Matters
At Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.
Mission
To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.
Vision
To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.
Values You Can Feel Every Day
Integrity: Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching
Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future
Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves
Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged
Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart
Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes
Excellence: Always striving to be the best
Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end
If You’re Looking to Make a True Impact…
Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.
Total Rewards
Our most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.
Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access
To learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/.
Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [email protected].
