Director of Facilities at Specialty Consultants Inc. Director of Facilities at Specialty Consultants Inc. in Elmhurst, Illinois Posted in 1 day ago.

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full-time SCI, the Leader in Real Estate Executive Search®, has been retained by one of the largest and most respected providers of seniors housing in the greater Chicago area to recruit a Director of Facilities . This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing 22 housing properties across Cook and Lake Counties . The Director will set the vision and strategy for maintenance operations, capital improvements, and renovation projects-ensuring each property operates safely, efficiently, and in alignment with the organization's mission to deliver exceptional housing and care for seniors. You'll lead a team of 20+ maintenance professionals , oversee budgets, vendor relationships, and capital planning , and play a key role in shaping long-term operational excellence across the portfolio. What You'll Do Lead strategic maintenance planning, preventive maintenance programs, and capital improvement initiatives. Oversee property renovations and capital projects, including potential ground-up developments. Ensure safety, compliance, and effective crisis response across all communities. Manage and develop a high-performing maintenance team across multiple locations. Drive budget planning, procurement, and cost control strategies. What We're Looking For Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree in business, facilities management, or related field preferred. 5+ years of experience in facilities or maintenance operations, ideally within housing or property services. 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams across multiple sites. Strong background in budgeting, cost management, and capital planning . This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on, strategic leader to make a meaningful impact on a well-established organization serving seniors across the Chicago region.