SUMMARY

The Sr. Facilities Engineer will be responsible for the management of physical plant operations and project oversight across our senior living and healthcare communities. This is a hands-on role, with approximately 50% of the time dedicated to managing facility-related projects, including HUD REAC inspections and energy programs. The position also involves updating emergency management procedures and providing training. Knowledge of various areas such as asphalt, concrete, windows, siding, roofs, and stucco is crucial for success in this role.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Inspect and manage necessary maintenance/upkeep of roofs, exterior siding, windows, doors, parking lots, landscaping, exterior lighting, energy efficiency of building, etc.

Assist with all HUD financed communities in proper preparation for HUD/REAC inspections through the use of the inspection checklist to aid personnel in order to obtain positive score results

Direct and implement energy management programs (i.e. Solar, split meters).

Project manage apartment remodels, asphalt, concrete and roof projects.

Manage the National “Emergency Services” program with ongoing communication updates and training.

Negotiate national and local supplier and service agreements.

Recommend, plan, and implement equipment needs to improve operating efficiency and/or achieve energy conservation.

Responsible for electrical and mechanical equipment layouts and the modification of facilities within the plan.

Write scope of work, make recommendations, and perform overall contract management of work.

Inspect jobs, as applicable, in process and at completion to ensure that standards of workmanship and safety are maintained.

Manage Property Liability losses with Insurance brokers and third party vendors to minimize our exposure to potential losses.

Work with on-site staff maintenance personnel as needed to ensure they possess optimal skill set.

Manage performance metrics and discuss on regular basis with Management.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 5 years of facilities experience with an emphasis in healthcare building operations.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work related experience along with appropriate industry related certifications.

Thorough knowledge of OSHA, EPA, OSHPD, and ACHA regulations relative to operation and maintenance

Human relations skills in interacting with all levels of management and employees.Good problem solving and negotiating skills required.

Proven idea generator. Development of new and creative solutions

An intuitive sense of understanding data and a track record of using that to either get ahead of an issue, or to quickly get an action plan in place to deal with an issue.

An entrepreneurial management style with a willingness to be an active listener.

Leadership skills to influence outcomes at both corporate and community levels.

Demonstrated experience in employee management, including effective interviewing and hiring skills for staff, consultants and contractors.

Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.

Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – verbal, written, interviewing, and presentation.

Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

Excellent customer service skills.

Ability to travel as needed.

Strong computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Strong work ethic and a commitment to the highest professional and ethical standards.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

OTHER DUTIES:

Other duties as assigned.

PLATINUM SERVICE®

Platinum Service^® is characterized by a high level of responsiveness delivered in a flawless, timely and caring way. Employees commit to providing courteous, responsive, and quality service to our residents by following the principles of our Platinum Service® program.

CONCLUSION

All employees are expected to follow all policies and procedures. These policies and procedures can be found in the employee handbook, department policy and procedure manuals and with your supervisor. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I understand this job description and its' requirements, and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the job functions may be altered from time to time.

I have noted below any accommodations that are required to enable me to perform these duties. I have also noted below any job responsibilities or functions which I am unable to perform, with or without accommodation.

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