Chief Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

 

Lillibridge, the property management and leasing subsidiary of Ventas, manages more than 22 million square feet of outpatient medical space and research properties across 35 states. As a long-standing partner to leading healthcare providers, Lillibridge delivers and maintains high-quality environments for health systems, physicians, and medical service groups nationwide - ensuring every building supports safe, efficient, and exceptional care.

 

About the Role

The Chief Maintenance Engineer is to oversee full maintenance responsibilities for a portfolio of on and off-campus medical office buildings. Responsibilities to include, but not limited to, all general repairs and preventative maintenance of building systems, knowledge of various HVAC systems, utility savings efforts, lighting, and fire/life safety systems, to ensure optimal client/tenant satisfaction. Position to manage and maintain policies and procedures, standards and reporting related to all maintenance functions, including, 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, and patients. Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinates with General Manager to design, implement, and manage a computerized preventative maintenance program and work order system
• Oversees the operation and performance of routine repairs and preventative maintenance on building equipment and building systems efficiently and effectively
• Responds to tenant calls and performs necessary repairs or adjustments as appropriate
• Performs daily rounds of buildings and common areas to maintain a safe and pleasant environment
• Oversee completion all work order documentation in accordance with departmental protocol
• Schedules daily tasks, preventative maintenance, and projects with maintenance staff
• Maintains engineering logs and completes required reports
• Review and update MSDS logbooks
• Maintains inventory of tools and equipment
• Maintains all mechanical rooms, storage areas, shop areas, in a clean and safe condition
• Assists with the monitoring of vendors and outside contractors as appropriate
• Directs and trains maintenance personnel in the safe and effective operation of equipment and building systems
• Supervises monitors and evaluates the performance and effectiveness of maintenance personnel and regularly informs General Manager of status
• Assists with the development of annual budgets and monitors adherence to budgeted financial targets
• Responds to emergency situations in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
• Assists with the implementation of ongoing improvement programs (i.e., Energy Star, LEED, etc)
• Requisitions supplies, materials, and vendor work with approval from General Manager
• Adheres to all safety standards, policies & procedures, and codes of conduct
• Reports all pertinent events and activities to General Manager

 

 

 

Qualifications

·         Successful completion of a two-year college/technical school, or 7 to 10 years of related work experience and technical training, medical office building experience preferred

·         High School Diploma or GED required

·         CFC handling certification preferred

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

·         Must be located in Birmingham, AL area with availability for after-hours emergencies and participation in on-call rotation

·         Must be in office (onsite) 5 days a week

·         Basic aptitude for mathematics and ability to assist n maintenance budget preparation

·         Ability to lift and move 100-pound objects by applying proper body mechanics

·         Ability to read/understand blueprints, CAD experience preferred

·         Demonstrated experience in oversight of energy savings efforts and initiatives

·         Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

 

Why Choose Lillibridge

·         Competitive pay and performance-based incentives

·         90% employer-covered health insurance

·         401(k) with company match

·         20 days of PTO to start + 11 paid holidays

·         Stable, long-term career growth with a trusted national leader

 

Actual base pay will be determined based on work location, skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and business needs.

 

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and other wellness benefits under applicable plan terms.

 

 

 

Company Description

Lillibridge Healthcare Services (LHS) has been the go-to partner for healthcare providers in need of superior facilities. Responding to the increasing demand for outpatient healthcare real estate, we collaborate with our parent company, Ventas, to provide premium medical office spaces to health systems, physicians, and various medical service groups nationwide.

We understand that accessibility to patients and to the resources needed to provide them quality care are important to you. This is why our medical office buildings are strategically located on or near highly-rated hospital campuses and medical centers in core markets throughout the country.

36 States with Properties
150+ Health System Partners
415 Outpatient Medical Buildings

Company Description

Lillibridge Healthcare Services (LHS) has been the go-to partner for healthcare providers in need of superior facilities. Responding to the increasing demand for outpatient healthcare real estate, we collaborate with our parent company, Ventas, to provide premium medical office spaces to health systems, physicians, and various medical service groups nationwide.\r\n\r\nWe understand that accessibility to patients and to the resources needed to provide them quality care are important to you. This is why our medical office buildings are strategically located on or near highly-rated hospital campuses and medical centers in core markets throughout the country.\r\n\r\n36 States with Properties \r\n150+ Health System Partners \r\n415 Outpatient Medical Buildings