Chief Engineer

Job Description:

Lillibridge Healthcare Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ventas, delivering property management and leasing excellence with an outstanding record of tenant satisfaction. Lillibridge manages more than 22 million square feet of outpatient medical space across 36 states, providing prime medical office spaces to health systems and physicians seeking to expand their reach and deliver value to their communities.

About the Role The Chief Maintenance Engineer is responsible for overseeing full maintenance responsibilities for an off-campus medical office building. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, all general repairs and preventative maintenance of building systems, knowledge of various HVAC systems, steam and condensing boilers, utility savings efforts, lighting, and fire/life safety systems, as well as ensuring optimal client/tenant satisfaction. Additionally, this role will manage and maintain policies, procedures, standards and reporting related to all maintenance functions, including staffing, budgeting, contracts, and recommendations for capital expenditures.

This role plays a key part in maintaining the reliability and performance of our buildings, creating safe, functional environments for tenants, clients, employees, and patients. Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Coordinate with General Manager to design, implement, and manage a computerized preventative maintenance program and work order system

Oversee the operation and performance of routine repairs and preventative maintenance on building equipment and building systems efficiently and effectively

Respond to tenant calls and perform necessary repairs or adjustments as appropriate

Perform daily rounds of buildings and common areas to maintain a safe and pleasant environment

Oversee completion of all work order documentation in accordance with departmental protocol

Schedule daily tasks, preventative maintenance, and projects with maintenance staff

Coordinate with General Manager and tenants for required system performance and equipment testing and inspections per regulatory standards

Maintain engineering logs and complete required reports

Review and update MSDS logbooks

Maintain inventory of tools and equipment

Maintain all mechanical rooms, storage areas, and shop areas in a clean and safe condition

Assist with the monitoring of vendors and outside contractors as appropriate

Direct and train maintenance personnel in the safe and effective operation of equipment and building systems

Supervise, monitor and evaluate the performance and effectiveness of maintenance personnel and regularly inform General Manager of status

Assist with the development of annual budgets and monitor adherence to budgeted financial targets

Respond to emergency situations in accordance with departmental policies and procedures

Assist with the implementation of ongoing improvement programs (i.e., Energy Star, LEED, etc)
Lead requisition of supplies, materials, and vendor work with approval from General Manager Adhere to all safety standards, policies, procedures, and codes of conduct

Report all pertinent events and activities to General Manager Qualifications High  School Diploma or GED required; successful completion of a two-year college/technical school preferred

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation7 to 10 years of related work experience and technical training, preferably in healthcare, commercial real estate, or hospital environments

Maryland 2nd Grade Stationary Engineer license required; 1st Grade Stationary Engineer strongly preferred CFC handling certification preferred

Must be located in Baltimore, MD area with availability for after-hours emergencies and participation in on-call rotation

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