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Vice President of Senior Living Facilities
Company : American House Senior Living Communities
Location : Southfield, MI, 48076
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Vice President of Senior Living Facilities
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO)FLSA Status: ExemptDepartment: Operations / Facilities Management
Position Summary
The Vice President of Senior Living Facilities provides executive-level leadership and strategic oversight for all physical assets across American House communities. This role ensures each community operates safely, efficiently, and in alignment with American House’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence. The VP drives quality and consistency in the built environment to enhance resident satisfaction, strengthen brand perception, and support sales performance through attractive, well-maintained, and operationally sound communities.This role also serves as a designated pillar leader, responsible for advancing organizational priorities that support operational excellence and resident satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- 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.
Facilities Operations
- 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.
Capital Projects & Construction
- 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.
Compliance & Safety
- 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.
Financial Management
- 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.
Leadership & Culture
- 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.
Qualifications
- 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.
- Experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality environments strongly preferred.
- 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.
Core Competencies
- Strategic and Analytical Thinking
- Operational Excellence
- Financial and Business Acumen
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Brand and Resident Experience Awareness
- Leadership and Talent Development
- Integrity and Transparency
- Teamwork and Community Support
Company Overview
Founded in 1979, American House Senior Living Communities’ vision is to provide high-quality housing for senior at a price affordable for retirees and their families. That vision of excellence has endured for nearly 40 years and expanded to serve residents at a number of senior housing communities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of those we serve, providing an environment that fosters meaningful relationships. Our vision is to be an innovative senior housing company that created sustainable excellence and stakeholder value, with an unparalleled commitment to passionate care provided by compassionate people.
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Frequently asked questions
By overseeing facility conditions and aligning maintenance with resident needs, the Vice President of Living Facilities ensures environments are safe, attractive, and operationally sound, which directly boosts resident comfort and satisfaction in senior living communities.
Key leadership traits include strategic vision, transparent communication, and the ability to mentor teams while promoting respect and accountability, which together create a cohesive culture supporting operational excellence in senior living facilities.
Professionals in this role often advance to executive operations positions or senior corporate leadership, leveraging their expertise in facilities management, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration within senior living or healthcare sectors.
American House emphasizes a pillar leadership approach, integrating facilities strategy with resident experience and brand integrity, setting this role apart by blending operational oversight with a strong cultural and community focus unique to their senior living model.
The company embeds respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence into daily operations, expecting the Vice President to champion these values by fostering transparent decision-making, collaborative leadership, and a commitment to enhancing resident life quality.
Southfield's senior living market is expanding due to increased retiree populations, creating a strong demand for experienced executives who can manage complex facilities and ensure compliance, making leadership roles like Vice President of Facilities highly sought after.
Familiarity with OSHA standards, CMS regulations, and Michigan state-specific safety codes is critical, as compliance ensures resident safety and facility integrity, aligning with the region's strict healthcare and environmental guidelines.
Salaries typically range between $140,000 and $190,000 annually, depending on experience and facility size, reflecting the role’s high responsibility in managing multimillion-dollar capital projects and operational leadership within the senior living sector.
Navigating asset transitions, maintaining brand consistency across multiple communities, and integrating cross-departmental strategies pose challenges, requiring a nuanced understanding of senior housing operations blended with financial stewardship and resident-centered care.
This role shapes culture by leading facility teams with core values, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring that physical environments contribute meaningfully to resident well-being and positive perceptions, thereby reinforcing the company’s mission and vision.