Regional Facility Manager

Balfour Beatty • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Regional Facility Manager oversees daily community repair and maintenance operations across assigned installations, including during temporary periods while a permanent facilities manager is being identified and hired. The role coordinates facilities personnel through department heads while communicating daily with onsite Community Managers, and provides management oversight for operations, financial reporting, employee training and development, and customer service. The position requires extended travel to various communities, approximately 100% of the time; for assignments longer than two weeks, travel to the employee’s home base is provided on an agreed-upon basis.

The manager works with Project Directors, Community Managers, military executives, project management teams, and other stakeholders to meet operational goals, manage budgets, audit and improve maintenance initiatives, and maintain a high level of resident service. The position oversees contractor negotiations, bids and service agreements; property inspections; maintenance forecasting and time management; and company safety, Hazmat, environmental, and Zero Harm plans. Work takes place in offices, the field, multiple installations, and residential properties, with frequent interaction with internal teams, contracted vendors, and military and housing leadership.

Requirements

• Supervisory experience in facilities management or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience in Facilities Management.
• Universal H.V.A.C. CFC certification; the posting also highly recommends Universal H.V.A.C. certification.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to prepare contracts, forecast, and budget.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience or proficiency in contract negotiations.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliance troubleshooting.
• 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

• Direct daily operations of the community repair and maintenance function at assigned installations.
• Oversee 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 support company operational goals.
• Monitor operational policies and recommend changes to improve business functionality.
• Monitor property financial and operational findings and collaborate with the Project Director and Community Manager to keep maintenance work within budget and on task while maintaining service levels.
• 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 that enhance customer service and employee safety.
• Oversee regular physical property inspections to ensure assets are properly maintained.
• Forecast maintenance needs and establish effective time-management practices for personnel to support resident satisfaction and project completion goals.
• Oversee company safety, Hazmat, environmental, and Zero Harm plans at assigned installations.
• Negotiate with contractors, manage contractor bids, and execute service agreements.
• Coordinate facilities personnel through designated department heads and communicate daily with the onsite Community Manager.
• Attend and assist with LifeWorks events as needed.
• Travel to communities for extended periods and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonuses.
• Medical and dental insurance beginning on the first day of the month following employment.
• Health, flexible spending, and dependent care accounts.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• PTO 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