Regional Director of Maintenance/Project Manager

Supplied Talent•Pueblo, CO

About The Position

The Regional Director of Maintenance/Project Manager directs and develops community Directors of Maintenance and Environmental Services, establishes preventive maintenance standards, oversees regional safety committees, manages maintenance budgets and spending, and plans and manages renovation and capital improvement projects. When a community has a Maintenance Director vacancy or extended leave, this role serves as interim director to maintain uninterrupted operations. The position ensures community physical plants meet applicable regulatory and life-safety requirements; oversees preventive maintenance, building systems, work orders, inspections, and facility conditions; and prepares communities for surveys and inspections. It manages project scopes, timelines, budgets, bids, contractors, vendors, and project reporting, while limiting disruption to residents and daily operations. The role also supports emergency preparedness, quality assurance, maintenance policy development, required reporting, and staff education. Work occurs in offices, interior areas of communities, and outdoor areas including courtyards, grounds, and parking lots, with regular travel to communities across the region. Hours may extend beyond the normal workday, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays, with on-call response to after-hours emergencies. The work environment may involve noise, interruptions, changing priorities, weather exposure, and potential exposure to hazards including chemicals, electrical shock, slippery floors, and communicable disease. Protective equipment and safety training are provided. The role regularly interacts with residents, families, staff, and outside professionals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of successful management experience in healthcare, skilled nursing, assisted living, or senior living.
Working knowledge of building and equipment maintenance, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel 60% to 80% within the region.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work well with residents, families, staff, and outside professionals.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage responsibilities across multiple sites.
Ability to work extended hours as needed, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays, and respond on call to after-hours emergencies.
Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, twist, kneel, stoop, crouch, reach, climb ladders, and crawl in confined spaces.
Ability to use hands and fingers to grasp and handle tools and operate equipment.
Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, and occasionally move items over 100 pounds with assistance or equipment.
Ability to talk and hear, use close and distance vision, and regularly drive between communities.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of maintenance or facilities leadership, including multi-site or regional responsibility.
Experience with CMS Life Safety Code surveys and CDPHE inspections in Colorado.
Experience managing renovation or capital improvement projects.
Certifications such as Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM), Certified Director of Plant Operations, EPA Section 608, Certified Pool Operator (CPO), or OSHA 10/30.
Experience with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), such as TELS, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and hold accountable community Directors of Maintenance and Environmental Services.
Partner with Executive Directors and the Regional Director of Operations to recruit, interview, and select maintenance leaders.
Onboard, train, and develop Maintenance Directors in building systems, compliance, work order management, and department standards.
Serve as Interim Maintenance Director during vacancies or extended leaves.
Model quality workmanship and professional appearance as a hands-on leader.
Maintain physical plants in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including CMS, Life Safety Code, NFPA, CDPHE, OSHA, and ADA requirements.
Ensure required fire, disaster, and emergency drills are completed and documented on schedule.
Prepare communities for state surveys, fire marshal inspections, and Life Safety Code surveys, and lead corrective action plans for cited deficiencies.
Maintain organized, survey-ready logs, inspection records, and vendor documentation for regulated systems.
Set and audit preventive maintenance programs at each community.
Oversee the condition and performance of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, boilers, water heaters, generators, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, nurse call, and door security systems.
Monitor work order completion and ensure daily assignments and resident requests are completed promptly.
Ensure floors, grounds, common areas, courtyards, and resident rooms meet company standards; review quality control sheets, inspect work, and correct deficiencies.
Reassign staff and resources as needed during emergencies.
Plan and manage renovation, repair, and capital improvement projects from scope through completion.
Develop project scopes, timelines, and budgets; obtain and compare bids; and recommend contractors.
Coordinate contractors, vendors, and inspectors while minimizing disruption to residents and operations.
Track project progress, costs, and quality, and report status to the Regional Director of Operations.
Review maintenance budgets, spend downs, and expense reports monthly for every community and address variances.
Order and account for maintenance supplies, parts, and equipment under the direction of the Regional Director of Operations.
Manage vendor and contractor relationships and service agreements, and verify that work is completed as contracted.
Oversee community Safety Committees and review meeting minutes monthly to confirm the safety calendar is followed.
Promote safe work practices, proper equipment operation and care, and safe chemical handling.
Support emergency preparedness plans and respond to after-hours emergencies such as utility failures, flooding, or equipment outages.
Participate in quality assurance and attend scheduled QA meetings.
Help develop, review, and update maintenance policies and procedures, and interpret them for staff and other departments.
Prepare and submit required reports to the Regional Director of Operations.
Serve on committees as required by regulation or requested by the Regional Director of Operations.
Attend required in-service meetings and pursue continuing education to stay current on codes and best practices.
Perform other assigned duties; specific duties may be adjusted by the Regional Director of Operations to meet community needs.
Travel regularly between communities within the assigned region.
Regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, twist, kneel, stoop, crouch, reach, climb ladders, and crawl in confined spaces; handle tools and operate equipment; lift, carry, push, and pull items; and drive between communities.