AVP Facilities - Operations at UF Health

Gainesville, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Facilities Management, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Capital Project Management, Financial Analysis, Vendor Management, Regulatory Compliance, Healthcare Operations, Executive Reporting, Data Analysis, Leadership, Contract Management, Energy Management, Facility Reliability, Process Improvement

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview This role is a strategic facilities leader responsible for leading enterprise-wide building operations initiatives across a complex, multi-site healthcare system, including energy management and facility reliability. This role will be a hands-on visible leader who combines strong technical aptitude with leadership and development skills. This role partners with senior leadership to align facility strategies with the mission, values, and long-term goals of the healthcare system. Responsibilities Enterprise Facilities Operations has the management and oversight responsibility for the following functions at all sites included as part of UF Health: Lead the development and management of annual operating and capital budgets, including forecasting, variance analysis, and executive reporting. Coordinate the system-wide budgeting process across all departments under the VP, standardizing inputs and consolidating submissions. Monitor financial and operational performance, providing insights and recommendations to improve outcomes. Track capital project financials across markets, including budgets, commitments, actuals, and variances. Develop and maintain executive dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools across facilities, construction, real estate, safety, security, and transportation. Maintain centralized trackers for capital projects, leases, and key initiatives, translating data into concise, executive-ready reports. Oversee facilities-related business services such as purchasing, receiving, contracts, and warehouse operations to ensure efficiency and financial control. Partner with Finance and Accounting to monitor purchasing performance, resolve discrepancies, and improve processes. Establish standardized tools and templates for project tracking, reporting, and VP-led initiatives. Prepare executive presentations, board materials, and leadership updates by synthesizing complex operational and financial data. Support policy and procedure management, audit readiness, and compliance documentation across departments. Ensure accurate and accessible records for inspections, certifications, and regulatory requirements. Partner with Procurement and Facilities leaders on vendor management, RFP processes, and contract performance tracking. Serve as a liaison across Finance, Supply Chain, HR, IT, and other functions to advance initiatives and resolve issues. Coordinate strategic initiatives on behalf of the VP, tracking milestones, risks, and follow-ups to ensure execution. Manage incoming requests to the VP’s office, triaging and tracking progress through resolution. Leverage tools, including AI-enabled solutions, to improve operational efficiency and reporting. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering required. Experience: Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in healthcare facility management field with experience working in an academic medical center or large hospital systems with 500+ beds, including at least five (5) years in a leadership role. License/Certifications (if applicable): CHFM certification required. PE, SASHE, or FASHE preferred

Responsibilities

This role provides strategic leadership for enterprise-wide facilities operations, including budget management, capital project oversight, and regulatory compliance. The AVP will partner with senior leadership to align facility strategies with the healthcare system's mission and long-term goals.