Director of Facilities

Director of Facilities

Our client is seeking a Director of Facilities to support a portfolio of senior living communities across the Pacific Northwest. This hands-on, multi-site role travels regularly to communities, with most of the work based in Oregon and additional travel into Washington and Montana. The Director of Facilities will work alongside a traveling maintenance team on projects, manage outside vendors, and train newly hired community maintenance leaders who will not report to this position.

Director of Facilities Responsibilities

• Oversee preventative maintenance programs and facility operations across multiple communities.
• Travel to communities to assess building conditions, maintenance performance, life safety compliance, and long-term equipment needs.
• Select, manage, and evaluate outside vendors and service contractors, including contract review and procurement support.
• Train and coach community maintenance leaders and their teams on standards, procedures, and technical best practices.
• Hold communities accountable for consistent use of the organization’s maintenance and asset tracking systems.
• Work with the traveling maintenance team on projects and provide hands-on support where needed.
• Create and maintain maintenance policies, procedures, and emergency response plans.
• Partner with operations and risk management leaders to promote safety, regulatory compliance, and emergency preparedness.
• Monitor equipment performance and maintenance metrics to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Research and recommend new technology and process improvements that strengthen asset performance and long-term stewardship.

Director of Facilities Qualifications

• Experience in facilities or maintenance management within senior living, ideally five or more years.
• Multi-site facilities oversight experience. Candidates with only single-community experience will not be considered.
• Working knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, life safety, and building automation.
• Proven experience managing preventative maintenance programs, facility condition assessments, and asset lifecycle planning.
• Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to complete projects on schedule and within budget.
• Familiarity with building codes, life safety regulations, OSHA, NFPA, and ADA requirements.
• Ability to analyze facility data, prioritize equipment replacement, and recommend practical maintenance and capital improvements.
• Strong project management, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across several communities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly, primarily within Oregon and occasionally to Washington and Montana.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, construction management, architecture, business administration, or equivalent experience.
• Professional certifications such as CFM, FMP, CHFM, or PMP.
• Experience with a computerized maintenance management system.