SUMMARY:
VW International Inc, an employee-owned company, is a facility life-cycle solutions contractor headquartered in Alexandria, Va. We are committed to excellence and a customer satisfaction by providing quality solutions in management, construction and operations & maintenance for healthcare and research facilities.
As an Employee-Owned Company, VWI hires skilled employees who are willing to do more than their normal assigned task. Our employees understand that positions and business needs change quicker than job overviews. This job overview should not limit our employees, but rather, encourage them to stretch their experience, grow their skills, and develop their ability to contribute to VWI’s employee’s ownership culture and success.
The right candidates will take pride in achieving zero equipment and zero unplanned equipment outages through effective preventive maintenance procedures. We have a need for a full-time experienced O&M Supervisor in the Washington, DC area, with experience in a Research and Healthcare environment. All tools are provided.
Why the job exists
The O&M Supervisor will be overseeing Research/ Healthcare facility operations, including the supervision of a work force (direct reports and subcontractors) responsible for operations, maintenance and repair of all facility systems and subsystems, and selected equipment typically found in a research facility. Will have direct responsibility for the compliance with the Site-Specific Safety Plan and Quality Control Plan.
DUTIES
- O&M Supervisor reports to the Contract Maintenance Manager (CMM)
- Has overall responsibility for directing all maintenance and operating personnel, trade supervisors, and subcontractors covered by the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
- The O&M Supervisor or their alternate(s) shall be responsible to respond directly torepresentatives designated by the FM concerning disposition of all scheduled maintenance work actions for which the contractor has potential responsibility, including actions requested, planned, pending, underway, completed or closed
- Direct and develop associates to produce professional results and meet specifications
- Maintain effective communication with the customer regarding work schedules and services being delivered.
- Develop, Coordinate, and Manage work schedules and workflow.
- Evaluate and justify supplies, equipment and purchases as necessary.
- Ensures the facilities under his/her responsibility are safe and complies with all federal, state and local laws.
- Implement human resource policies and practices, including the development of associates for promotional opportunities.
- Create an environment that encourages teamwork, innovation and a strong commitment to client satisfaction.
- Work within budgeted guidelines regarding labor costs, supplies and other expenses.
- Demonstrate high energy, mobility, initiative, and drive to enhance operations and achieve financial success.
- Have passion for training, developing, motivating and investing in team members.
- Possess a positive and optimistic attitude.
- Must enjoy responsibility, accountability and opportunity to direct your own efforts.
QUALIFICATIOns
- Shall be able to direct, monitor, and oversee contractor staff necessary to execute all scheduled maintenance requirements and quality control described in this PWS IAW established regulatory requirements.
- The O&M Supervisor should also have working experience with NFPA, EPA, and OSHA codes and standards and The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation
- Excellent communication skills and a sense of urgency to meet deadlines
- Strong ability to plan, organize and direct associates to meet goals and objectives
- An active leader regarding client communicate and Valiant programs and services related to the contract
- Demonstrated experience in motivating and developing a team
Minimum Education
- Progressive operations management experience in the Research/ Healthcare contracting industry
- Strong organizational skills
- Good computer literacy
- Basic mechanical knowledge
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of P&L's and budgets
- High school diploma/ GED (Required)
Specific Requirements and Preferences
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardized exists
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Minimum Work Experience
The O&M Supervisor shall have seven (7) years' experience managing and supervising facility O&M projects, including five (5) years' experience managing and supervising facility O&M work at a medical facility.
The O&M Supervisor's experience shall also have five (5) years combined O&M work experience supervising multi-trade maintenance and/or construction crews.
Working knowledge of all applicable EPA & OSHA standards related to all the positions (Preferred)
Required Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver’s license to operate motor vehicles (Required)
Physical, Environment, and Sensory Requirements
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely results would be cuts, bruises, etc.
VWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer