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Lifespace Communities

Not-for-profit senior living communities operator

Director Plant Operations

Facilities ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeUpper St Clair Township, PA, USA$87.7k - $120.7k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Experience leading plant operations, facilities management, engineering, or maintenance within healthcare, senior living, hospitality, commercial real estate, or another complex multi-building environment.
  • Experience leading facilities or plant operations, including supervising maintenance teams and managing outside vendors and contractors.
  • Technical range across building systems and trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and life safety, plus construction and renovation project-management skills.
  • Budgeting, capital planning, and disciplined cost-control skills.
  • A resident-first service approach and responsiveness.
  • A valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Run the preventative maintenance program for residential areas, the health center, common spaces, and supporting systems.
  • Own operating and capital budgets, including building the annual plan, forecasting, controlling costs, and participating in monthly reviews.
  • Direct renovations and unit turns from start to finish, including scope, timeline, budget, contractors, and completion.
  • Select and manage vendors by collecting bids, choosing partners, and holding them to safety, quality, and schedule standards.
  • Maintain compliance, certification, and survey readiness under applicable codes.
  • Ensure resident and apartment requests are handled promptly and courteously through TELS.
  • Lead team safety, emergency preparedness, and required training, and keep emergency plans practiced and current.
  • Build and mentor a plant operations team with clear structure, standards, and shared accountability.
  • Participate in resident, quality, and safety discussions affecting the department.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), and knowledge of Life Safety Code and regulatory survey requirements.

About the Company

Lifespace Communities

Not-for-profit senior living communities operator

Lifespace Communities operates not-for-profit senior living communities across the U.S., serving about 6,000 residents and employing around 4,000 people. It provides housing plus activities, events, and programs that help residents stay engaged and pursue their interests with support from staff. The organization emphasizes a sense of belonging and well-being, focusing on community culture rather than profit. Its goal is to create spaces where residents can live active, connected lives and pursue their aspirations within a supportive environment.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
West Des Moines, IA
Founded
1976

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