Name : Rsimpson
Industry Type : Building Owners
City & State : Atlanta, GA
Job Title Senior Construction Consultant
Relocation Preferences :
Objective : Dear Sir or Madam:

In response to your job posting, I am submitting my resume for your consideration.

I have a diversified background in Construction and Facilities Management. My 25 years experience in Healthcare environments includes: capital improvements, obtaining bids, negotiating contacts, overseeing contractors, budgeting, bookkeeping, purchasing, supervising and training of personnel, and coordinating preventive maintenance schedules. I am well versed in Codes and Standards relating to Construction and Operations: NFPA, IBC, ADA, OSHA, JHACO, and CMS. I also have a very strong mechanical background in the maintenance and repair of HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing, laundry and kitchen equipment. I feel that my knowledge and skills can be a real asset to your organization.

Most recently, I have completed several ground-up construction projects, total renovations to occupied buildings, retro-fitted fire sprinkler systems at 100+ facilities, and installed 70+ emergency generators. I have routinely provided technical assistance to 300+ facilities.

I would like to meet with you personally to discuss your requirements for the position in greater detail.
Resume :  
ROBERT SIMPSON


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

GOLDEN LIVING (Formerly Beverly Healthcare)1994 - Present
Senior Construction Consultant2003 - Present
Project manager with overall responsibility for 300+ facilities (over 6 million sq.ft.) nationwide. Average 50+ projects per year, with construction budgets ranging from $50,000 to several million. Duties include: assess facility needs, develop scope, commission projects, estimating, contract negotiations, contract writing, submittal and shop drawing review, routine site visits, change orders, process pay applications, close-out, consult with engineers, architects, and other professionals, liaison between corporate office and facilities. Recent projects have included: ground-up additions, interior renovations, therapy suites, Alzheimer care units, 100+ fire sprinkler systems, 70+ emergency generators, HVAC systems, kitchen renovations, plumbing and emergency management. Provide guidance to facilities regarding code related issues. Provide construction management services to third party nursing facilities through sister company, Vizia Design.
Developed, implemented and currently administer the Preventive Maintenance/Work Order software program, Building Engines. Responsibilities include over site, employee training, and liaison with IT.

Regional Director of Plant Operations2000 - 2003
Responsible for the oversight of Maintenance operations of 70 long term care facilities in six states along the East Coast. Approve all capital equipment purchases and repairs. Consult with and provide technical assistance to staff. Education and training of Maintenance Directors, assist with hiring and orientation. Liaison between facilities and Corporate Construction Services, contractors, and vendors. Perform routine inspections for regulatory compliance and to ensure buildings are maintained in accordance with company standards. Assist Regional Vice President with facility and region budgets. Locate and negotiate with vendors. Developed assessment test for use in hiring process of plant engineers.

BEVERLY HEALTHCARE - NORTHSIDE, Atlanta, GA1994 - 2000
Director of Plant Operations1998 - 2000
Department head in charge of all aspects of Maintenance, Housekeeping, and Laundry in a 240 bed sub-acute care facility. Supervise 22 employees including two department managers. Responsibilities include regulatory compliance, coordination of contractors for renovation and new construction, training of personnel, scheduling, budgeting, record keeping, ordering parts and supplies, negotiating bids and contracts, LAN Administrator.

Maintenance Director1994 - 1998
Department head in charge of all aspects of Facility Maintenance. Primary initial goal was the establishment of JCAHO Accreditation. Designed and implemented preventive maintenance program, technical assistance to staff and sister facilities. Safety Committee Chairman responsibilities include training, OSHA compliance, disaster plans. Member of Performance Improvement Committee. 24-hour on call status.

TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER,1992 - 1994
Tallahassee, FL
HVAC Supervisor
Maintain and repair all Air Conditioning and Refrigeration equipment in a 500+ bed hospital including 4,000 ton chilled water system, four high pressure boilers, pneumatic and DDC controls, Building Management Systems. Coordinate outside contractors, on call status, purchasing.
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MERCY HOSPITAL, Miami, FL1984 - 1992
Engineer II, Shift Supervisor
Lead HVAC/Refrigeration technician for the Plant Operations Department in charge of working with design engineers and contractors on design and installation of new AC systems, training maintenance personnel in the operation and repair of HVAC equipment, budgeting, ordering and inventory of parts and materials. Responsible for: emergency back-up power (5 generators and 2 UPS units), the energy management system, 24-hour on call status for technical assistance, coordinating an effective preventive maintenance schedule.


EDUCATION AND TECHNICAL TRAINING

Certificate in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Robert Morgan Vocational Technical Institute.
Universal Certification in Refrigeration Transition and Recovery, Ferris State University.
Completed Management courses, University of Arkansas, Fort Smith.
Certificate: OSHA training course, NFPA 99 training course, ASHE Healthcare Construction.
Electrical Distribution and Management in a Health Care Environment Seminar, Georgia Power.
National Electrical Codebook course, South Dade Adult Education Center.
Certificate, 40 hour Milnor Laundry Equipment Training Course.
Continuing education: Seminars and training courses by NFPA, ASHE, AHCA, AIA.


PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

Feature article, Computerized Maintenance Management System, published in Alternate Care Purchasing and Products, October 2007.
Contributed to Fire Sprinkler Retrofits article, published in NFPA Journal, February 2006.
Extensive knowledge of regulations for JCAHO, OSHA, CMS, NFPA, building codes.
Fire alarms, electrical troubleshooting, welding, braising, cutting, locksmith.
Proficient in computer hardware, networking, and software including: Windows, Microsoft Office- Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, PowerPoint, Access. Working knowledge of AutoCad and AutoSketch.


PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Georgia Healthcare Association
American Society for Healthcare Engineering
National Fire Protection Association, Healthcare Section



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