Interim Director of Facilities and Engineering

This interim role requires a seasoned facilities leader to oversee hospital engineering and facilities operations in Derby, Connecticut. The director will be responsible for maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient building systems while stabilising an established team through clear guidance and accountable leadership. A servant-leader approach is expected, with strong emphasis on collaboration and sustainable operational improvement.

The position prioritises Environment of Care and Life Safety Code compliance, with a focus on readiness for upcoming Joint Commission surveys. Oversight extends to preventive maintenance programmes, vendor relationships, capital improvement priorities, and active construction and renovation projects. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and be available to commence within two to three weeks of acceptance.

• Lead day-to-day facilities and engineering operations, including maintenance, utilities, and building systems across the hospital campus
• Stabilise and support an existing facilities team through visible leadership, clear expectations, and targeted performance guidance
• Ensure ongoing compliance with Environment of Care, Life Safety Code, and relevant hospital regulatory standards
• Manage active construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects from oversight through completion
• Oversee vendor relationships and preventive maintenance programmes to sustain safe and efficient operations
• Prepare the organisation for Joint Commission surveys and maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors

• Bachelor's degree required
• Demonstrated leadership experience in healthcare facilities or hospital engineering environments
• Thorough knowledge of Environment of Care, Life Safety Code, and Joint Commission survey requirements
• Proven ability to manage construction, renovation, and capital projects in a healthcare setting
• Collaborative, servant-leader approach with the ability to guide and hold teams accountable
• Available to commence the role within two to three weeks of offer acceptance

AMN Healthcare is a healthcare workforce solutions provider operating across the United States. Through its B.E. Smith division, AMN places interim executives and leaders into healthcare organisations, offering comprehensive support including benefits, travel, accommodation, and tax management for placed professionals.