DOUG COVERT
North Ridgeville
Summary
Dynamic Facilities and Operations Manager with a proven track record at Exxon Mobil, excelling in budget management and project coordination. Achieved significant cost savings through strategic contractor management and compliance oversight, enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in fostering relationships and leading teams to ensure high-quality maintenance and facility compliance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities and Operations Manager
Exxon Mobil
The Woodlands
05.2016 - Current
- Oversaw maintenance of world headquarters campus, managed maintenance program, fleet, equipment, and renovations through development of maintenance system.
- Management of operational budget, oversee contractors and vendors, and perform adds.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Managed projects including painting, drywall repair, and flooring while maintaining records and delegating work orders to staff members.
- Operate and manage BAS Building Automation System for specific zone comfort and special events off hours meetings etc.
- Developed relationships with internal customers, negotiated timelines and cost-effective measures to optimize revenue flow.
- Executed procurement processes using Oracle software for purchase requests and expense reporting.
Building Maintenance Director
Bay Area Regional Medical Center Hospital
Houston
04.2007 - 04.2016
- Implement preventive maintenance program to minimize reactive maintenance and enhance operational reliability.
- Collaborated with contractors to execute specialized repairs and facility upgrades, improving overall building functionality.
- Conducted Joint Commission walk-throughs to ensure compliance with CMS regulations.
- Test adjust and set limits for HVAC systems descale rooftop air handler units and inspect daily for any faults and corrosion.
- Have team daily test equipment such as logging hours and testing of backup generators, soft water equipment, and electrical Fire safety and online offline testing of fire safety with monitoring company. Log all budget and parts for inventory.
- I developed a schedule for this in each category and saved the company tens of thousands from overdependent outsourcing and material costs.
- Utilized timelines for cost management and special requests to ensure budget adherence and alignment with semi-annual profit sharing goals.
- Maintain a comfortable, clean environment for patients, employees, medical staff and the public in accordance with policies, procedures, and standards of HCA, JCAHO, DHEA, and CMS federal agencies.
Maintenance Manager
Fletcher Manor Long Term Care and rehab
08.2002 - 04.2007
- Implemented cost savings of $122,000 for interior renovations and parking lot, by utilizing closed bids RFP's and RFQ's.
- Keep in compliance with state, federal and local codes and coordinate the safety committee meetings each month.
- Maintained effective relationships with contractors to ensure timely repairs and compliance with emergency procedures, repairs, painting, and remodeling.
- Planned preventive maintenance, administered contracts, and performed maintenance activities.
- Administer annual budgets for maintenance and conduct environmental rounds.
- Evaluate staffing needs, monitor inventory, and maintain records of equipment and building repairs.
- Prepare work schedules and supervise activities to meet goals.
- Conducted monthly and weekly inspections of buildings to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated room preparations for new resident occupancy by ensuring all necessary accommodations were met.
- Hire and train staff, manage workload and delegate W.O.'s to self and staff.
- Facilitated daily communication on project updates and progress, enhancing team collaboration and project transparency.
Chief Engineer
Hotel Alessandra
Houston
06.1994 - 04.2002
- Led engineering team in maintaining hotel facilities and infrastructure.
- Managed compliance with NFPA 99 & 101, OSHA, and EPA standards in facility operations.
- Handled issues promptly and prioritized tasks to maintain compliance with life safety regulations.
- Coordinated improvements and upgrades for renovations, overseeing contractor hiring and managing storage solutions.
- Identified and reduced overhead costs related to parts, utilities, and internal affairs, positively impacting bottom line.
- Administered hands-on instruction in basic maintenance, safety and troubleshooting procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Sanford Brown
Houston, TX06-1994
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
College America
Denver, CO06-1992
Skills
- Operations management
- Facility compliance
- Budget management
- Contractor management
- Project coordination
- Maintenance oversight
- Safety inspections
Timeline
Facilities and Operations Manager
Exxon Mobil
05.2016 - Current
Building Maintenance Director
Bay Area Regional Medical Center Hospital
04.2007 - 04.2016
Maintenance Manager
Fletcher Manor Long Term Care and rehab
08.2002 - 04.2007
Chief Engineer
Hotel Alessandra
06.1994 - 04.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Sanford Brown
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
College America