Medical Facilities Subject Matter Expert (SME) Consultant

Description

• Support safety audits, inspections, and compliance reviews when activated.
• Provide technical review of design documents, specifications, scopes of work, and contractor proposals.
• Recommend lifecycle strategies, energy efficiency improvements, and system upgrades.
• Advise on compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, IBC/IFC, EPA, Joint Commission standards, and local/state codes.
• Develop or review facility SOPs, safety protocols, and preventive maintenance standards ensuring all work in support of patient safety and quality care are met.
• Provide consultation to facility managers and maintenance teams as requested.
• Offer quality assurance insight on construction, maintenance, and vendor performance.
• Conduct facility condition assessments and system evaluations on an as-needed basis.
• Serve as the senior technical advisor for HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire/life safety, structural, environmental, and Joint Commission compliance requirements.
• Assist with federal contract requirements, performance metrics, and compliance documentation.
• Troubleshoot complex operational problems and recommend corrective actions.
• Review CMMS data, maintenance records, and condition assessments to inform planning decisions.
• Provide targeted training to staff on facility systems and best practices when requested.
• Prepare technical memos, guidance materials, and consultant-level recommendations.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in facility operations, engineering, or building systems.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, facility management, construction management, or related field; or equivalent technical background.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in one or more core technical disciplines, including Joint Commission standards.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems and facility reporting tools - preferred.
• Strong familiarity with applicable codes and industry standards.
• Prior experience in healthcare facility operations or as a Joint Commission SME - preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a consulting capacity with minimal supervision.
• 5+ years working with The Joint Commission (TJC) requirements and undergone numerous TJC assessments.
• Professional credentials such as CFM, FMP, PE, CEM, PMP, or similar - preferred.
• Experience supporting federal facilities or government contracting environments - preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance