Sean M. Sullivan
Healthcare Facility and Project Manager
Manalapan,NJ
Summary
Seasoned Manager with 30 years in the Healthcare Industry, specializing in large-scale construction project completion. Proven expertise in leadership, strategic planning, communication, and project coordination. Key contributions include maintaining utility infrastructure post-Superstorm Sandy and serving as Owner’s Representative to ensure timely project delivery for Henry J. Carter Specialty Hospital.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
LiRo-Hill Consulting Engineers
Edison, NJ
03.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented project management methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and team performance.
- Developed comprehensive risk management plans to minimize project delays and budget overruns, safeguarding project outcomes.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting those that provided the best value for cost, quality, and timeliness.
- Championed innovative approaches when faced with complex problems or opportunities requiring non-traditional thinking.
Supervisor of Mechanics
NYC Health + Hospitals Corporation, Henry J Carter Specialty Hospital & Skilled Nursing Facility
1752 Park Avenue NY NY 10035
01.2015 - 10.2024
- Led facility activities across engineering and maintenance departments to ensure efficient operations.
- Supervised staff to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and facility policies.
- Streamlined patient care processes to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to address patient needs and improve communication.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Maintenance and repair of Hospital mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
- Assigned day-to-day work activities for plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and maintenance trades.
- Communicate with all levels of Facility Administration for timely coordination and completion of work activities.
- Coordination and management of small to large scale projects located within the facility.
- Proficiency in Maximo and Maintenance Connection Web Based CMMS Software.
Director of Engineering & Maintenance
Johnson Controls Inc., Henry J Carter Specialty Hospital & Skilled Nursing Facility
1752 Park Avenue NY NY 10035
07.2012 - 01.2015
- Owners’ representative in the commissioning, activation, and opening of the NYC Henry J. Carter Healthcare Facility.
- Led engineering teams to design and implement innovative HVAC solutions for healthcare environments.
- Streamlined maintenance processes, improving operational efficiency across hospital systems and equipment.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance facility infrastructure, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Coordinated, scheduled, and implemented all engineering and maintenance tasks related to repairs and preventive maintenance for utilities and related equipment to provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
- Maintained compliance records for JCAHO and CMS regulatory requirements, supporting quality standards in healthcare operations.
- Managed the utilities management program and maintained efficiency.
- Updated and maintained 5-year plan for repair and replacement of building systems to optimize infrastructure longevity and reliability.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols, reducing downtime and ensuring reliability of critical hospital systems.
- Managed budgets effectively while ensuring resource allocation aligned with company goals and objectives.
- Delivered cost savings by negotiating favorable contracts with vendors, lowering material expenses without sacrificing quality.
- Managed resource allocation and utilization for entire maintenance department.
Senior Project Manager, Acting Director of Construction Management
NYC Health + Hospitals Corporation, Kings County Hospital Center
431 Clarkson Avenue Brooklyn NY 11203
10.2007 - 07.2012
- Led Construction Management Department, supervising three project managers and two office coordinators to ensure project alignment with organizational goals.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex healthcare projects on time and within budget.
- Developed and implemented project management frameworks to enhance operational efficiency across departments.
- Successfully completed of multiple projects on time and within budget.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions for future endeavors.
- Crafted and maintained project plans and schedules to meet organizational objectives.
- Mentored junior project managers, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Member of the Facility Construction Safety Committee.
Chief Engineer/Project Manager
New York Methodist Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
09.2000 - 08.2007
- Multifaceted role of chief engineer of power plant and project manager for small to larger scale construction projects. Managed a staff of 26 employees.
- Led engineering teams in developing and implementing hospital infrastructure improvements.
- Oversaw maintenance of critical medical equipment ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated construction activities among trades, ensuring minimal disruption to patients, visitors, and staff.
- Coordinated work activities between facility and trades, including medical gas and utility shutdowns.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on facility plumbing, fire suppression, and medical gas systems, ensuring compliance and optimal functionality.
- Managed day-to-day operation of four high pressure boilers generating approximately 8,000 pounds of steam per hour.
- Managed cogeneration power plant with two Waukesha Generators producing 1.8 megawatts of supplemental electricity and waste heat steam.
- Collected and logged data of fuel burned, steam and electricity generated, and other use of hospital utilities for submittal to respective regulatory agencies
- Implemented procedures for annual cleaning and inspection of domestic water tanks and cooling towers.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering professional development and skill enhancement within the team.
Education
Associate degree - Business Administration (Honors List)
Russell Sage College of Albany
Albany, NYComputer Science - Computer Science
Columbia Green Community College
Hudson, NYSkills
- Project planning
- Project scheduling
- Timeline management
- Client relationship management
- Documentation management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Documentation and reporting
- Problem-solving
- Dependability
- Technical leadership
- Risk Managementement
Accomplishments
- Maintained all temporary MEP infrastructure at NYCH+H Coler Memorial Hospital post Super-Storm Sandy devastation.
- Collaborated with team of 25+ in the design and development of Logistical planning and construction phasing for the renovation of The Rutgers Medical Science Building.
- Developed a comprehensive HVAC phasing plan to replace the HVAC systems of the Rutgers Medical Science Building in their entirety while maintaining a full functioning building.
Certification
- 2 Year Certification, Computer Science (Presidents List), Columbia Green Community College
- 200-Hour Refrigeration Machine Operator Course, LaGuardia Community College
- 200-Hour NJ Plumbing Code Certification Course, Brookdale Community College
- NYC Master Plumber License #1910 - (2002)
- NYC Master Fire Suppression Contractor License #884-B - (2004-2014)
- NYC Stationary Engineer License #19712 - (2007)
- NITC Certified Medical Gas System Installer #00603926 - (2005)
- Universal Certification Handling of CFC #082-68-0331 - (2004)
- OSHA 40 Certification – (2019)
- NYC SST Card Holder
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
LiRo-Hill Consulting Engineers
03.2025 - Current
Supervisor of Mechanics
NYC Health + Hospitals Corporation, Henry J Carter Specialty Hospital & Skilled Nursing Facility
01.2015 - 10.2024
Director of Engineering & Maintenance
Johnson Controls Inc., Henry J Carter Specialty Hospital & Skilled Nursing Facility
07.2012 - 01.2015
Senior Project Manager, Acting Director of Construction Management
NYC Health + Hospitals Corporation, Kings County Hospital Center
10.2007 - 07.2012
Chief Engineer/Project Manager
New York Methodist Hospital
09.2000 - 08.2007
Associate degree - Business Administration (Honors List)
Russell Sage College of Albany
Computer Science - Computer Science
Columbia Green Community College