Building Manager

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As Building Manager of an undergraduate residential dormitory (House), you are responsible for all physical resources operations in the House. Oversees the maintenance & operations of the House to provide a safe home for undergraduate students and other members of the House community. Works closely with Faculty Dean(s) and Resident Dean to provide a smoothly functioning House. Regularly interacts with student residents, responding to occupant building problems/requests promptly and resolving them quickly. Works with Area Manager across a range of areas including budget management, vendor selection, & managing relationships with many Harvard departments. Directs day-to-day activity of custodial staff, building trades, & contractors to assure timely and cost effective completion of work. Maintains the security of the buildings through proper attention to access control, security procedures and the condition of locking devices. Reviews computer based HVAC, security and fire systems, monitors safety compliance, coordinates inspections and ensures compliance with codes & regulations. Works closely with OPR & P and Harvard University Office for Sustainability staff to implement best operations and maintenance practices, and to actively participate in FAS greenhouse gas and energy reduction efforts and goals for House. Responds to emergency situations as appropriate during both working and off-hours. Occasional planned weekend work including student move-in and move-out & Summer School move-in. During emergency situations and severe inclement weather this position is designated as essential and critical to the operations of the FAS. Work is performed in a residential House.

Requirements

• 5+ years' experience in the management of physical facilities, including staff supervision experience.
• Demonstrated experience with building automated control systems including security and HVAC.
• Computer skills necessary, including proficiency in work order systems, daily maintenance, invoice processing, budget and payroll management.
• Demonstrated experience with building automated control systems including security and HVAC.
• Must enjoy working with students.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the management of physical facilities in a University setting preferred.
• Advanced education and/or technical training beyond high school strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the maintenance & operations of the House to provide a safe home for undergraduate students and other members of the House community.
• Works closely with Faculty Dean(s) and Resident Dean to provide a smoothly functioning House.
• Regularly interacts with student residents, responding to occupant building problems/requests promptly and resolving them quickly.
• Works with Area Manager across a range of areas including budget management, vendor selection, & managing relationships with many Harvard departments.
• Directs day-to-day activity of custodial staff, building trades, & contractors to assure timely and cost effective completion of work.
• Maintains the security of the buildings through proper attention to access control, security procedures and the condition of locking devices.
• Reviews computer based HVAC, security and fire systems, monitors safety compliance, coordinates inspections and ensures compliance with codes & regulations.
• Works closely with OPR & P and Harvard University Office for Sustainability staff to implement best operations and maintenance practices, and to actively participate in FAS greenhouse gas and energy reduction efforts and goals for House.
• Responds to emergency situations as appropriate during both working and off-hours.
• Occasional planned weekend work including student move-in and move-out & Summer School move-in.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED