Located in Scarborough, Maine, Piper Shores is Maine’s premier continuing care retirement community. We are seeking a Director of Plant Operations and Maintenance to serve as a strategic planning member of the Senior Leadership Team and to oversee the care and maintenance of all aspects of the physical plant, grounds and security. This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer, and is integral to ensuring that the quality and aesthetic of the campus remains a key attraction for current and potential residents.

Piper Shores currently operates 450,000 square feet of independent living apartments and cottages as well as assisted living and health center apartments. We are scheduled to open an adjacent independent living complex in the summer of 2023 which will include 150,000 square feet of apartments, duplex homes and estate homes as well as an additional restaurant and fitness center.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Leadership and Management

• Oversees Facilities Department staff, including Manager, Facilities Technicians, Groundskeepers, and Security Officers. Selects, trains, evaluates, and performs disciplinary actions as necessary. Direct supervision of Facilities Manager.
• Participates in the planning of the annual departmental operating budget and holds direct responsibility for planning and implementing an annual $3 million capital improvement plan as well as longer-term budget plans.
• Member of Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Attends SLT meetings and actively participates as a team member. Serves as staff liaison to Board Building and Grounds Committee.
• Contributes to the organization’s strategic plan, including long and short-term tactical plans and goal setting.
• Work with team to review and update standing operating procedures.

Emergency Preparedness and Safety

• Establishes and implements emergency policies and procedures. Monitors infection control guidelines within the department. Plans and initiates staff training in emergency preparedness, life safety, personal protective equipment, OSHA mandated training, and other required training.
• Oversight of fire and life safety equipment maintenance, including the emergency power generating equipment.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and local ordinances
• Develops and maintains an effective security department, including development of security policies and procedures, coordinates investigations, and maintains key control system.

Physical Plant and Grounds

• Ensures proper and appropriate staffing and delegation for building maintenance, equipment maintenance, utilities and grounds with a comprehensive, preventative maintenance program.
• Arranges for maintenance contracts as necessary working with vendors and other external stakeholders and ensures effective staffing within grounds and facilities staff members.
• Assures residents and staff facilities-related needs are met with a timely and effective work order repair system
• Oversees construction projects, working in conjunction with architects, engineers and contractors to assure quality scope, schedule, budget and safety management.
• Manages and cultivates multiple vendor relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in facilities management; facilities management experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English, including ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings, write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals.
• Ability to respond to questions from groups of managers, residents, outside contractors, and government officials.
• Project management experience, having led facility-related projects from planning stages to completion.
• Experience with the administration and execution of commitments included in plans, permits and policies required for contract compliance associated with construction and development.
• Demonstrated leader of highest personal and professional integrity who is committed to fulfilling the mission and vision of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to make effective decisions working difficult and complex situations.
• Previous experience working with Board committees helpful.
• Excellent customer service skills, including desire and ability to work with senior population.
• Knowledge of fire safety, SDS, OSHA regulations, and related life safety areas.
• Working knowledge of integration of facilities systems and controls, i.e., HVAC, chillers, diagnostics, PC-generated facilities temperature controls, etc.
• Strong PC skills with advanced knowledge of MS office suite.

In addition to a full benefits package, this position is eligible for an annual bonus incentive and potential relocation package.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Scarborough, ME 04074: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: One location

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