Director Of Operations
Norwalk, Ct
>> Building brighter futures for individuals with intellectual and developmental uniqueness’s.• Leader of Facilities, Maintenance, Transportation and Purchasing departments.• Managed and maintained 25+ residential and commercial properties and 55 vehicle fleet, with six direct reports. • Directed responsibility for contract negotiations, and capital improvement budget management. • Managed construction improvement projects and technology implementations. • Ensured facilities and vehicles meet all licensing, accreditation and health & safety requirements including DDS & DSS licensing, OSHA, Fire Marshall and Dept of Health compliance standards.• Created and implemented emergency services protocols and programs directed toward educating all staff on means and methods of utilizing life safety equipment.• Planned, organized and supervised all areas of safety, maintenance, grounds, operations, transportation, energy conservation, sustainability, long-term planning, facility services and all construction improvement projects.• Developed and monitored ongoing preventative maintenance programs for all major mechanical and electrical systems including HVAC, Plumbing, Fire alarm, Fire suppression systems, Emergency lighting, sewage, storm drainage, swimming pools.• Assured compliance with established safety regulations and conducted monthly audits.• Oversaw improvement projects, including planning, development of bid specs, monitoring construction work acceptance, renovations, improvements and ADA compliance.• Planned, developed, set goals, prioritized, and scheduled activities through full utilization of work order system.• Assisted in the application for and administration of State and Federal funding grants.• Oversaw facility maintenance for all properties, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, landscaping, pest control, snow removal.• Ensured compliance of all governing building construction and maintenance laws, codes, regulations and standards.