Facilities Manager - General Building, Full-time
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Posted in Medical and Nursing


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Job Info


About Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you will be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You'll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You'll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.

General Summary
The Manger, Facilities will oversee and direct the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (SRAlab) facility and all associated off-site facilities to include painting, carpentry work, plumbing, electrical and electronics systems and equipment, preventive, general maintenance and code compliance. Evaluates new techniques for improving maintenance services and ensures adherence to established standards of quality and all building codes and regulations. Coordinates services with other departments to minimize patient, staff and visitor disturbances. Serves as off-site facilities Safety Officer.

The Manger, Facilities will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The Manger, Facilities will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Principal Responsibilities
The Manger, Facilities:

  1. Manages and oversees activities engaged in maintenance services, including plumbing, painting, bed repairs, carpentry work, electrical, electronics, preventive and general maintenance, contract administration and safety.
  2. Assists in establishing department standards, procedures, and policies, and monitors adherence.
  3. Performs inspections ensuring facilities comply with all regulatory agencies including, CARF, JCAHO, EPA, and local codes, prepares reports for submission to the SRAlab Environment of Care and Emergency Management Committees.
  4. Confers with departments to clarify nature of maintenance problems.
  5. Manages all contracts and purchase orders related to contractor supplied labor and materials.
  6. Assists in developing recommendations regarding replacement of existing equipment, purchase of new equipment, and hiring of outside contractors.
  7. Acts as the Chair of the Fire Safety Standing Committee, overseeing fire alarms and drills, ensuring regulations are met regarding fires safety for JCAHO and the City of Chicago.
  8. Coordinates construction projects including meetings with users, architects and/or contractors to ensure compliance with applicable codes and user needs.
  9. Reviews plans, blueprints and specifications for construction or remodeling and may recommend appropriate modifications or additions to plans as necessary.
  10. Monitors contractors to ensure compliance with user requests, codes and regulations and infection control
  11. Analyzes financial data to determine the personnel, supply, and equipment components of job costs, preparing reports detailing costs to assist the Director in preparing department budget.
  12. Assists in preparing and managing annual department budget.
  13. Maintains unit files and records including building code reports, project reports, and quality control reports.
  14. Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Reporting Relationships
  1. Reports directly to Contract Executive Director, Facilities and Safety



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