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American House Senior Living Communities · 1 month ago

Vice President of Senior Living Facilities

US-MI-Southfield

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

American House Senior Living Communities is seeking a Vice President of Senior Living Facilities to provide executive-level leadership and strategic oversight for all physical assets across their communities. The VP will ensure operational excellence, enhance resident satisfaction, and support sales performance through effective facilities management.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute a long-term facilities management strategy that supports operational excellence, organizational growth, and brand differentiation

Partner with Operations, Finance, Sales, Investments and Development to align capital plans with organizational and revenue-driving priorities, demonstrating financial stewardship

Collaborate with community leadership and regional teams to ensure facilities strategies support occupancy, care delivery, hospitality standards, and community-level business goals

Oversee property condition assessments and long-term capital replacement plans to maintain communities that reflect the quality expected by residents and their families

Manage transition of assets including developments, acquisitions and third-party management in partnership with other Pillar Leaders

Lead regional and corporate facilities teams responsible for maintenance, environmental services, and physical plant operations

Promote consistency in facility standards across all communities, emphasizing safety, aesthetic appeal, and functionality that contribute to a positive resident and guest experience

Ensure integrity and transparency in facility-related decision-making, communication, and reporting

Oversee preventive maintenance programs to preserve asset value, protect residents and team members, and reduce operational disruptions

Direct renovation, repositioning, and new construction projects from concept through completion while practicing strong financial stewardship

Partner with internal stakeholders to design and deliver projects that improve curb appeal, market competitiveness, and resident satisfaction

Manage vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and construction budgets to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and in line with brand standards

Maintain high standards of integrity and transparency in procurement, contracting, vendor selection, and cost control

Ensure all communities meet or exceed safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, CMS, state/local authorities)

Lead efforts in emergency preparedness and disaster recovery planning

Proactively mitigate risks related to physical plant operations, ensuring the health and well-being of residents and team members

Partner with regional teams and community leaders to drive ongoing education and support related to building safety, compliance, and best practices

Develop and manage annual facilities and capital expenditure budgets, ensuring alignment with short- and long-term organizational goals

Track KPIs related to maintenance costs, energy usage, and asset performance to promote financial stewardship and operational accountability

Identify and implement sustainability initiatives that reduce costs, extend asset life, and demonstrate corporate responsibility

Provide transparent financial reporting tied to capital planning, expenses, and return on investment (ROI) evaluation

Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing facilities management team that embodies American House’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence

Foster strong collaboration with community and regional leadership teams to ensure facilities decisions support occupancy growth, operational needs, and resident experience

Champion a culture of pride, accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement in every community

Serve as a designated pillar leader responsible for guiding cross-functional initiatives that support company-wide performance, culture, and resident satisfaction

Qualification

Facilities ManagementConstruction ManagementFinancial StewardshipRegulatory ComplianceStrategic PlanningAnalytical ThinkingLeadershipCommunicationCross-Functional Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

10+ years of progressive, senior leadership experience in facilities or construction management working for a large corporation with a proven track record of providing high quality facilities management services

Proven ability to manage multimillion-dollar capital budgets and complex construction projects

Strong knowledge of building systems, regulatory compliance, and life safety standards

Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills