Assistant Director of Operations

Company: Sodexo
Location: Boston
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Role Overview
You are a strategic, innovative facilities leader ready to help clients optimize their business!Sodexo Facilities Solutions is seeking an experienced and driven Assistant Director of Facilities to join our team at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA. This critical leadership role supports the Executive Director by managing key aspects of facilities operations, compliance, construction, and maintenance within a dynamic healthcare environment.
What You'll Do

• Support the overall Facilities Management program, ensuring optimal performance of hospital infrastructure and building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.).
• Lead the maintenance and repair of critical systems to ensure uninterrupted hospital operations.
• Manage capital improvement, renovation, and construction projects, from planning through execution.
• Coordinate project activities with hospital departments, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission EOC standards, Life Safety Code, and emergency preparedness requirements.
• Maintain readiness for inspections and audits; ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.
• Develop and monitor budgets, control expenditures, and ensure alignment with financial goals.
• Oversee vendor contracts and services, ensuring quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Supervise facilities staff, promote a culture of safety, and ensure efficient team operations.
• Communicate regularly with hospital leadership and contribute to long-term facilities planning.
  What We Offer
  Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
    What You Bring
    
    • Proven leadership experience in healthcare facilities management or a related environment.
    • In-depth knowledge of hospital building systems, code compliance, and regulatory standards.
    • Strong project management skills with the ability to lead complex, multi-phase projects.
    • Experience preparing for and responding to regulatory inspections (e.g., Joint Commission, DPH).
    • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
    • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred; relevant certifications (e.g., CHFM, CFM) a plus.
      Who We Are
      At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete .
      Qualifications & Requirements
      Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
      Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
      Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years
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