Regional Facility Manager

Balfour Beatty • Kittery, ME

3d • $120,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Balfour Beatty Communities is hiring a Regional Facility Manager to oversee repair and maintenance operations at assigned communities. The role monitors and directs daily operations at a single installation for a temporary period while a permanent Facilities Manager is identified and hired. The manager travels to various communities for extended periods; for assignments longer than two weeks, travel to the home base is provided on an agreed-upon basis. The position aims to minimize interruptions at local sites and coordinates facilities personnel through department heads while communicating daily with the onsite Community Manager. It also oversees contractor negotiations, bids, and service agreements, and ensures compliance with legal documents, safety requirements, and OSHA standards.

The manager provides oversight of daily operations, financial reporting, employee training and development, and customer service for an assigned maintenance team. This includes developing a productive team, monitoring operational policies and recommending improvements, tracking property financial and operational results, and collaborating with the Project Director and Community Manager to keep maintenance work within budget and on task. The role partners with military executives and project management teams to audit and improve maintenance initiatives; develops approved maintenance policies and procedures; oversees property inspections, maintenance forecasting, time management, safety, Hazmat and environmental plans, and Zero Harm initiatives; and assists with LifeWorks events as needed. Other duties may be assigned.

Work takes place in an office and in the field at multiple installations and residential properties. The manager regularly interacts with company and military leadership, project and property teams, vendors, compliance staff, community management, and other employees. The role requires travel between communities in the assigned region, approximately 100% of the time. Physical demands include regular use of hands for tools, controls, phones, and keyboards; frequent standing, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, and clerical work; and regularly lifting and moving office supplies. The posting gives two lifting figures: up to 75 pounds in one description of physical demands and up to 50 pounds in another.

The posted salary range is $120,000–$125,000 per year. Balfour Beatty Communities describes a culture centered on caring for residents, partners, communities, and colleagues, and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Three years of supervisory experience in Facilities Management.
• Supervisory experience in facilities management or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Universal HVAC CFC certification; the posting also states Universal HVAC certification is highly recommended.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and ability to troubleshoot plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliances.
• Ability to read blueprints, prepare contracts, and forecast and budget.
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience or proficiency with contract negotiations.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of LBP (Lead Based Paint) safe work practices.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to travel approximately 100% of the time.
• Valid state-issued driver's license and safe driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or technical school education.
• CAMT or equivalent designation.
• Working knowledge of local building codes and OSHA standards, including Hazmat, EPA, and Universal Waste protocols.
• Yardi property management software experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and direct daily repair and maintenance operations at assigned communities, including temporary coverage while a permanent Facilities Manager is hired.
• Coordinate facilities personnel through designated department heads and communicate daily with the onsite Community Manager.
• Oversee contractor negotiations, bids, and service agreements.
• Ensure sites comply with legal documents, safety requirements, and OSHA standards.
• Manage daily operations, financial reporting, employee training and development, and customer service for an assigned maintenance team.
• Build and develop a motivated, skilled, and productive team to meet operational goals.
• Monitor operational policies and recommend changes to improve business functionality.
• Monitor financial and operational results, and collaborate with the Project Director and Community Manager to keep maintenance operations within budget and on task while maintaining service levels.
• Partner with military executives and project management to audit and improve maintenance and repair initiatives and goals.
• Develop and communicate approved maintenance policies and procedures to improve customer service, employee safety, and installation standards.
• Oversee regular physical property inspections to ensure assets are properly maintained.
• Forecast maintenance needs and establish effective time-management practices to support resident satisfaction and project completion goals.
• Oversee company safety, Hazmat, environmental plans, and Zero Harm initiatives at assigned installations.
• Attend and assist with LifeWorks events as needed.
• Travel to communities and installations in the assigned region, including extended assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonuses.
• Medical and dental insurance beginning the first of the month following employment.
• Health, flexible spending, and dependent care accounts.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off including sick days, floating holidays, vacation, and personal days.
• Two volunteer days per year.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Parental leave.

What This Job Offers

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