NYC Health + Hospitals

Assistant Director, Engineering and Support Services

NYC Health + Hospitals$90K — $120K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field and 2 years of relevant experience, or
  • High school diploma with 6 years of relevant experience in project management or construction
  • Valid license as a Professional Engineer or Architect in New York State is preferred
  • Strong understanding of healthcare building systems and relevant codes
  • Experience in facilities management and capital project planning, preferably in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and coordinate building maintenance and engineering programs
  • Assist in managing staff and resources for maintenance operations
  • Prepare and evaluate engineering reports and audits for management
  • Collect data and prepare project cost estimates and budget recommendations
  • Develop performance standards for increased productivity of trade staff
  • Provide training and ongoing support to departmental staff
  • Liaise with regulatory agencies and represent the department in legal matters

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees working 20+ hours per week
  • Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
  • Professional development opportunities and college tuition discounts
  • Union Benefits for eligible titles
  • Multiple employee discount programs
  • Commuter Benefits Programs
Full Job Description
Work Shifts

8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M

Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose of Position:

Under the general supervision of the Director, Engineering and Support Services, assists in directing programs to
manage building maintenance, grounds, and equipment and procurement or generation of utilities and their
distribution systems. Formulates and evaluates programs and projects and supervises functional programming
activities. Ensures ongoing compliance with NYC Health + Hospitals and relevant health care setting policies, and other appropriate regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Directs, coordinates, and maintains control over project assignments and related activities including in-house
construction, renovation, and engineering activities. Follows standard methods and procedures for the
implementation of maintenance systems and operations, construction contracts, and/or capital projects development.
2. Assists in the direction of trade staff through the development processes and procedures for the
implementation of maintenance operations, construction contracts, and capital projects. Assists the Director in
identifying staffing needs to support service delivery.
3. Prepares reports, develops and prepares engineering management audits, studies and surveys for the Director,
and/or other senior management, detailing proposed new programs, statistical studies, and health care setting
planning.
4. Assists in the collection of data and preparation of reports that outline the scope and estimated cost of projects
proposed, implemented and developed. Organizes staff meetings, reviews capital and expense budget submissions and provides recommendations regarding proposed projects and programs. May represent the Director in budget
meetings.
5. Plans and implements programs to establish performance standards to achieve increased productivity and
accountability of trade staff. Reviews and evaluates existing programs, services, policies and procedures.
6. Provides departmental orientation, training and guidance to staff. Conducts in-service training programs, continually assessing staff training needs; suggests changes to Director to provide more efficient operations.
7. Coordinates efforts and cooperates with departmental leadership on matters of mutual concern and extends
functional guidance and assistance. Meets with health care setting clients and staff to plan, prioritize, coordinate
and/or communicate programs and policies, as needed.
8. May provide consultative services to senior leadership or liaise with Federal, State, and City agencies on matters pertaining to engineering, construction, design projects and/or other engineering support programs and functions.
9. In the Director's absence, may represent the System in certain legal matters dealing with State, City, and Federal agencies.
10. Performs other related duties, as directed.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Engineering or a related discipline; and two (2) years of responsible-level experience in project, facilities or construction management, capital project planning, development, and design or other related experience in a hospital or health care setting; or
2. High school diploma or its educational equivalent, approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization; and six (6) years of experience, as described in 1 above.

Special Note: Valid license and current registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) or a related Master's Degree can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Department Preferences

EDUCATION
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management or an approved related discipline from an accredited college or university

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
  • Five years of experience in Construction, Design, Engineering or related fields in a health care environment, including three years in a supervisory capacity

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES and OTHER REQUIREMENTS
  • Knowledge and understanding of healthcare building and mechanical, structural and electrical systems.
  • General knowledge and expertise in NFPA, TJC, CMS, EPA and OSHA Codes and regulations
  • Ability to meet established goals and objectives
  • Must have the ability to read, comprehend and transmit detailed instructions orally and in writing.
  • Should have knowledge of CMMS Systems.


Benefits

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
  • Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
  • College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
  • College Savings Program
  • Union Benefits for eligible titles
  • Multiple employee discounts programs
  • Commuter Benefits Programs


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About NYC Health + Hospitals

NYC Health + Hospitals is a healthcare system that provides medical care to residents of New York City. The system was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in New York, New York. NYC Health + Hospitals has a network of hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities throughout the city. The system provides a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency care. NYC Health + Hospitals is committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to all New Yorkers, regardless of their ability to pay.
Learn more about NYC Health + Hospitals
Size
42,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
-$500,000
5 Year Trend
-10%
Revenue
$7 billion

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