The Manager of Facility and Engineering Services performs many diverse duties including managing Life Safety and Environment of Care. Manage a team of 11+ employees. Plan, organize, supervise, coordinate, and control the activities of the plant operations and maintenance functions which are necessary in maintaining the physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, electrical systems, utilities, and grounds in an operative and safe working condition. The leader is accountable for maintaining an effective department, for administering labor and material controls, for training maintenance personnel in safety and for effective management practices. Coordinate quality customer service activities, purchasing, payroll, and budgeting processes. Participate in the work activities of assigned teams through providing assistance, serving as the technical resource and participating in the work as a member of the team. Responsible for coordinating the delivery of high-quality services that meets or exceeds customer expectations. 

Sentara Obici Hospital, a 175-bed state-of-the-art facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. Our full-service hospital continues a legacy of providing residents of Western Tidewater with high-quality, patient-centered care. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological and comprehensive breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.

Community Highlights:

Nestled in the heart of Coastal Virginia, Suffolk offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience for physicians and their families. Known for its peaceful neighborhoods, excellent schools, and friendly community spirit. Enjoy spacious parks, nature preserves, and abundant outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and kayaking along the Nansemond River. With easy access to nearby Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and the Outer Banks, Suffolk provides both tranquility and connectivity. Combine this with a low cost of living, mild climate, and high quality of life, and its clear why Suffolk is a sought-after place to call home in Coastal Virginia.

Education Required:

High School Diploma Required

Experience Required:

Four years of Facility Maintenance required

Facility Service Maintenance in a Hospital is highly preferred

Certifications Preferred:

Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM)

About Sentara

Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 130 years in pursuit of its mission – “we improve health every day.” Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 30,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members.

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