Dir - Engineering​/Plant Ops

Position: DIR - ENGINEERING/PLANT OPS
Job : ATLANTA, Georgia

Employment type:

Full-time Category:
Facility Maintenance Details: LAUREL HEIGHTS;
Director;
Day;
Laurel Heights Hospital;
Not Remote; 40

Posted:
Responsibilities The Director of Engineering and Plant Operations plans, organizes, coordinates and directs the operations of the Engineering, Maintenance and Grounds departments. Serves in the role of Safety Officer for the hospital. Maintains compliance with applicable regulatory agency requirements, including:
The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), State and Local agencies, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), etc. Plans, projects, maintains and oversees the repair of building and equipment, including scheduled maintenance. Manages design, construction, and infrastructure projects. Complies with UHS design and construction policy and, when appropriate, works with the assigned project manager or regional facilities manager on large projects.

Utilizes energy management and tracking tools to maintain efficient utility operations. Effectively manages long range capital infrastructure replacements. Keeps equipment lists up to date and works with hospital finance and Regional Finance to budget and complete replacement projects. Develops and manages operating and capital budgets. May also manage the Biomedical Engineering, Safety and Security departments. Manages staff and contractors to ensure and maintain the efficient and safe operation of all hospital buildings.

Manages the cost effective and efficient utilization of vendors and contractors. Completes monthly variance reports and forecasts in a timely manner. Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Degree or certification in a technical trade or field related to facility maintenance and engineering required. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution preferred. Knowledge,

Skills and Experience:

5 years of hospital engineering management experience. Previous project management experience. Facilities experience in an acute care or related setting. Progressive management level experience. Thorough knowledge of NFPA codes and standards, Joint Commission and CMS standards, OSHA, EPA and state and local codes and standards. Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and Building Management Systems. Experience or working knowledge in all aspects of building trades, including HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, carpentry.

Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and Building Management Systems Demonstrated leadership experience in managing a diverse labor force. Ability to interact with senior leadership in a professional manner Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PPT) and other computer applications. Is a member of the American Society for Healthcare Engineering and participates in local ASHE chapters, meeting, training License / Certification:
Current Certified Healthcare Facility Manager certification or has the ability to obtain within one year. Valid driver’s license. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual…