The Director, Facilities Management plans, coordinates and directs all functions and activities of the Department of Engineering, Telecommunications, Security and Bio-Medical Engineering. This individual is responsible for staff performance and the accomplishment of departmental responsibilities in accordance with corporate, hospital, department and safety policies and procedures to meet both company and regulatory requirements. The Administrative Director is a qualified individual with general knowledge of all applicable building codes and licensure requirements (NFPA, VA State Code, BOCA National Codes); and OSHA, EPA, Joint Commission and other National and State regulatory rules and regulations. In addition, the individual assumes a large role in strategic planning and sustainability initiatives for the campus. Serves as the facility Safety Officer and Co-Chair to the EOC committee.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Develop and maintain current preventive maintenance programs to maintain the buildings, equipment, alarm systems, grounds, and building support system to ensure that the maximum time of service is received from the buildings and grounds.

The following activities are examples of this position:

Is subject to emergency call.

Approves, assigns, audit work orders and other tasks to subordinates

Assists with training of new personnel; works with Chief Engineer to develop in-service training for maintenance employees

Direct daily department operations to achieve quality improvement, fiscal, productivity and patient satisfaction goals

Ensure continuous safety and efficient and economical operation of the hospital's equipment, machines, plant, and building

Serves as a member of the hospital’s committees: Department Head, Environment of Care, Emergency Preparedness, FECC, Infant Security

Maintains proper functioning and operation of control systems, alarms, and fire detection systems.

Oversee the implementation and proper application of policies, programs, and services as established by federal, state, and regulatory bodies

Establishes departmental policies and procedures

Manages design of building systems and equipment; assists with code compliance of same, develops drawings, etc.

Primary facility representative with vendors and contractors in the development of local construction and renovation proposals and manages the day to day activities of these construction, renovation and utility projects

Serve as the point person on management of the Environment of Care (EOC) with the goal of full compliance with all applicable regulatory agency requirements

Manage physical space control, safety and EOC of satellite buildings and departments, relocation of equipment and departments, landscaping, and property development

Manage all capital, in-house, development, construction and turnover acceptance projects

Performs other duties as required by the CEO, COO, Vice President of Operations.

Education: College degree preferred in architecture, engineering, construction, or a related field.

License/Certification: CHFM (Certified Health Care Facilities Manager) preferred

Training and Experience: At least ten years of experience in hospital building operation and maintenance which includes at least five years of progressive, demonstrated management/supervisory experience.