Regional Facility Manager

Balfour Beatty Communities • Kittery, ME

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About The Position

The Regional Facility Manager oversees daily repair and maintenance operations at assigned communities, including serving temporarily at installations while a permanent facilities manager is identified and hired. The role coordinates facilities personnel through designated department heads and communicates daily with the onsite Community Manager to minimize interruptions at each site. Travel to various communities for extended periods is required; for assignments longer than two weeks, travel to the employee’s home base is provided on an agreed-upon basis.

The manager provides oversight for operations, financial reporting, employee training and development, and customer service. The role monitors property financial and operational results, works with Project Directors and Community Managers to keep maintenance teams on budget and on task, and collaborates with military executives and project teams to audit and improve maintenance initiatives. The manager also oversees contractor negotiations, bids and service agreements, property inspections, maintenance forecasting, safety and environmental programs, and compliance with legal documents and applicable standards.

Requirements

• Supervisory experience in facilities management or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience in Facilities Management.
• Universal HVAC CFC certification.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, prepare contracts, and forecast and budget.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience with contract negotiations.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliance troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of 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 community repair and maintenance operations at assigned installations.
• Coordinate facilities personnel through designated department heads and communicate daily with the onsite Community Manager.
• Oversee daily operations, financial reporting, employee training and development, and customer service for assigned maintenance personnel.
• Build and develop a motivated, skilled, and productive team to support operational goals.
• Monitor operational policies and recommend changes to improve business functionality.
• Monitor financial and operational findings and collaborate with Project Directors and Community Managers to keep maintenance teams within budget and on task while maintaining service quality.
• Partner with military executives and project management teams to audit and improve maintenance and repair initiatives and goals.
• Create and communicate approved maintenance policies and procedures to improve customer service and employee safety and raise installation standards.
• Oversee regular physical property inspections to ensure assets are properly maintained.
• Forecast maintenance needs and establish effective time-management practices to meet resident satisfaction and project completion goals.
• Oversee company safety, Hazmat, environmental plans, and Zero Harm initiatives at assigned installations.
• Negotiate with contractors, manage contractor bids, and execute service agreements.
• Ensure compliance with legal documents, safety requirements, and OSHA standards.
• Attend and assist with LifeWorks events as needed.
• Travel to various communities for extended periods; for assignments longer than two weeks, arrange travel to home base on an agreed-upon basis.
• 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