Job Description:

The Regional Facilities Manager will work in collaboration with the Regional Property Managers and Regional Construction Managers to oversee physical and financial aspects of Facilities and Maintenance operations across the assigned portfolio of communities. This position relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and lead the work of others with a wide degree of creativity and cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations and Procedures

Ensure that curb appeal, work order status, and status of make-ready units meet the standards of policies and procedures

Ensure that community maintenance shops meet operations and cleanliness standards

Ensure that inventory control programs are being followed and that consistent on-site inspections are being conducted

In certain regions, this position may be responsible for directly managing one or multiple Floating Facilities Managers and/or Floating Maintenance Technicians

Maintain daily maintenance operations of any property that is without a Facilities Manager

Oversee emergency plan implementation and training, verify the plan is in place at each property, and ensure all team members are trained on policies and procedures

Assist the site-teams before, during, and after a large-scale emergency

Coaching and Developing Teams

Collaborate with Regional Construction Managers, Regional Property Managers, Property Managers, and Corporate Support Teams on interviewing, hiring, training, and mentoring Facilities team members

Assist Regional Property Managers in recommending transfers for Facilities team members

Conduct regular reviews with Facilities team members and provide feedback regarding areas of excellence and areas for improvement and support team members within navigating career paths

Assist Human Resources with implementing disciplinary action as needed

Capital Projects

Review all capital projects with the Regional Property Manager prior to or upon approval from the VP of Facilities Management, VP of Property Management, and/or Portfolio Manager

Collaborate with Regional Property Manager to outline, develop, and manage specific capital projects as directed by the Director of Facilities Management

Work directly with the Regional Property Manager to outline the timeline and expectations of the capital project with specific site members and vendors before a project commences

During phase one of initial construction, the Regional Facilities Manager will coordinate the completion of capital projects with the in-house Construction Management division

Attend and assist the Construction Management team throughout due diligence of new assets being considered for acquisition

Prepare properties for marketing and disposition

Assist in the implementation of green initiatives

Qualifications:

Professional Experience:

Minimum 8 years of experience in Facilities Maintenance in Multifamily or Hospitality

Minimum 2 years of multi-site or area management experience preferred

Possess excellent general maintenance skills including HVAC repair, plumbing, electrical, etc.

Strong creative, organizational, problem solving, and time-management skills and the ability to take projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work well with tight deadlines and in a team environment

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college, university, or technical school or 6+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

Accurately perform basic mathematical functions

EPA Universal Certification required

Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification required

Computer Skills:

Intermediate to advanced computer and internet knowledge

Ability to use on-site resident management software preferred

Physical Demands:

Physical demands may include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The team member will be regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach using feet, legs, back, arms and hands. The team member may occasionally be required to climb. Specific vision requirements include the ability to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The team member will be required to work at a personal computer. Must possess the ability to detect auditory and/or visual alarms and be available to work extended/flexible hours and weekends as needed.

Special Requirements:

Learning and Development:

Maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth through our company’s continuing education programs

Attendance/Travel:

This position is a full-time position that requires 50-75% car and plane travel.

Valid Driver’s License along with good driving record and auto insurance is required

The position may require the availability to work some nights, weekends, and occasional holidays. Regular attendance and active participation/planning at company functions and events is also required.