Regional Vice President of Facilities

RPM Living • Dallas, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Regional Vice President of Facilities leads the corporate facilities team and maintenance operations across a portfolio of properties in assigned regions. This role ensures that properties are well-maintained, compliant with safety requirements and RPM regulatory standards, and operating efficiently. It requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and knowledge of facilities management best practices in the property management industry.

The position develops the regional facilities strategy, training and preventative maintenance programs, and annual facilities budgets. It works with property managers, regional managers, vendors, and maintenance teams on cost savings, capital projects, troubleshooting, client acquisition, and consistent operating practices. The role also leads and mentors regional facilities teams and supports property compliance and safety training.

This is an onsite role based in the Dallas office, five days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field; experience may substitute for education.
• Eight years of experience in a Regional Maintenance role in the multifamily industry.
• EPA or HVAC certification.
• Knowledge of facilities management principles, including preventative maintenance, energy management, safety regulations, building codes, and operational standards.
• Knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, and fire safety systems, and the ability to oversee maintenance and upgrades.
• Knowledge of budgeting, capital expenditures, cost control, and financial forecasting related to facilities operations.
• Skill in vendor negotiation, service-level agreements, and managing third-party contracts for facility services, equipment, and materials.
• Skill in managing multiple projects from planning through execution and ensuring completion on time and within budget.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to make high-level decisions concerning facility operations, staffing, vendor contracts, and capital improvement projects.
• Ability to adapt to changing business priorities and regulatory environments while maintaining high facility-operation standards.
• Ability to assess facility-operation risks and implement mitigation strategies, including emergency preparedness.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including reading documents and screens, hearing communications, operating office equipment, and occasionally lifting or carrying items weighing up to 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• CPO certification.
• A valid driver's license is preferred; candidates without one will be provided a liability waiver.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the regional facilities management strategy in alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and manage maintenance training curriculum using outside vendor training and in partnership with the RPM Training Department.
• Design and implement preventative maintenance programs for all properties.
• Develop and manage annual facilities budgets, including maintenance, repairs, capital expenditures, and operating expenses.
• Work with vendors, regional managers, and lead maintenance technicians to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Negotiate and manage annual schedules of items to reduce long-term costs.
• Collaborate with property managers to plan and prioritize capital expenditures and long-term facility improvements.
• Assist Regional Managers with troubleshooting larger maintenance issues.
• Assist Regional Facilities Managers with navigating their portfolios.
• Assist Client Services in acquiring new clients.
• Onboard, lead, mentor, and manage regional facilities teams, including facility managers and maintenance personnel, and promote consistency and best practices across properties.
• Inspect properties for compliance.
• Develop monthly safety meetings.
• Develop hands-on, on-site training with help from the training department.

Benefits

• Weekly pay for associates working onsite at an apartment community.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for full-time, regular associates.
• Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs.
• Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans.
• Paid time off, floating holidays, and volunteer days.
• Discounts on Costco membership, movie tickets, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive