Education Requirements
•Minimum education requirements include a bachelor’s degree in engineering or other appropriate/ technical discipline related to the area of assignment.
•All degrees must have been received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Experience Requirements
?A minimum of 5-8 years in a supervisory / leadership role that includes combined experience in facility planning and design, facility management, maintenance and operations, construction, or project management in a healthcare setting - or equivalent combination of training and experience.

License Desired
•Preference for candidates that are licensed as a professional engineer in Virginia with an engineering background in mechanical/electrical engineering and with experience as either a Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Maintenance Professional (CMP), Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM), or equal.

Competencies

Work experiences should include the following:
•Experienced and proficient with a wide range of personal computer hardware and software, including spreadsheets.
•Must have knowledge of various codes, procedures, etc., that apply to hospitals such as NFPA 25, NFPA 99, NFPA 101 and DNV,CMS requirements, etc.
•Reads, understands and interprets blueprints, drawings, floor plans and schedules as they relate to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC equipment, building structures and finishes.
•Successfully performed high level decision-making in an operational management capacity.
•Proven verbal and written communication skills and success in dealing with high level administration.
•Proven knowledge of broad based management methods and implementation techniques.
•Proven ability in providing leadership, counsel, motivation and commitment to the department’s and organization’s goals.  Skilled in responding to and developing plan of actions quickly when urgent needs arise.
•Proven ability in developing and maintaining relationships with higher management, peers and subordinates and skilled in resolving conflicts and gaining cooperation with others.
•Proven experience in planning, organizing, administering, coordinating, reviewing, evaluating and personally participating effectively in the management of facilities.
•Skilled in developing and directing the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, management systems, work standards and program evaluation.
•Skilled in effectively and professionally representing the department in a positive manner.  Skilled in working in and creating a team atmosphere.