Interim Director of Facilities and Engineering

Join a Connecticut healthcare organization as their next Interim Director of Facilities and Engineering!

The Position

• An Interim Director of Facilities and Engineering is needed to provide interim leadership for Facilities and Engineering operations, overseeing maintenance, utilities, building systems, and facility infrastructure while ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• The Interim Director will stabilize and support an established facilities team through visible, service-oriented leadership, clear expectations, and targeted guidance to strengthen performance and accountability.
• Prioritize Environment of Care, Life Safety Code, and regulatory compliance initiatives to ensure ongoing readiness for upcoming Joint Commission surveys and maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Provide oversight and project management for ongoing facilities initiatives, construction and renovation projects, preventive maintenance, vendor relationships, and capital improvement priorities.
• Bring strong healthcare facilities leadership experience and a thorough understanding of hospital regulatory standards, using a collaborative, servant-leader approach to support the team and drive sustainable operational excellence.
• Must be available to start within 2-3 weeks of acceptance.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree is required.

Compensation Details

• Compensation Range: $180,000 to $190,000 annually.
• The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. Additionally, some candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, depending on the specific role, including but not limited to health insurance coverage and retirement benefits.
• The listed base compensation range represents a good faith estimate of potential earnings at the time of this job posting and may be subject to future adjustments.

The Community

• Located in New Haven County along the scenic Naugatuck and Housatonic rivers, Derby offers a welcoming small-city atmosphere with a rich industrial history and a close-knit community.
• Residents enjoy local shops, restaurants, historic landmarks, and nearby cultural attractions, with the greater New Haven area offering additional dining, arts, and entertainment options.
• Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks and trails, including the scenic Osbornedale State Park in neighboring Derby and Ansonia, which features wooded trails, open green spaces, and opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
• Conveniently located within driving distance of New Haven and Bridgeport, Derby offers easy access to Connecticuts coastal communities, major employment centers, and the broader New York metropolitan region while maintaining a more relaxed, community-oriented lifestyle.

Interim Leadership with B.E. Smith

• Becoming an Interim Leader through BE Smith provides an exceptional opportunity to rapidly make meaningful improvement in healthcare settings. Is the interim leadership lifestyle right for you? Apply now and discover how Interim Leadership could revolutionize your career path.
• Joining the B.E. Smith team means you could receive a full benefits package upon accepting roles. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account, with some benefits varying based on the job's type and duration.
• As a B.E. Smith employee, we manage your taxes by handling withholdings and also paying the employer portion of your FICA contributions.
• Interim positions come with varying travel requirements. B.E. Smith and the client cover all travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses. You receive bi-weekly trips home at the client's expense, plus a rental car and comfortable lodging for a convenient living experience.
• Some roles may require specific licenses. A compact nursing license allows registered nurses to work in any state that is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact without needing separate state licenses. Stay up to date on new legislation, and confirm licensure requirements with the recruiter.
• B.E. Smith is continuously addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic with a commitment to transparent communication. We strive to mitigate its impact on clients, healthcare workers, employees, and stakeholders of B.E. Smith. Upholding our integrity, we remain dedicated to sharing timely updates and insights, guided by our core value of "Doing the Right Thing."

Please direct all inquiries, applications, and referrals to:

Kayla Hartke

Senior Executive Recruiter

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