Superintendent of Building Maintenance

City of Charlotte•Dilworth, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Superintendent of Building Maintenance will manage a division responsible for the maintenance and operation of more than 200 municipal buildings and structures. Work involves planning, organizing, and directing programs for maintenance, renovation, structural systems, roofing systems, conveyance systems, energy management, security, and life safety in City buildings. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and general observation of results to meet objectives and Departmental/City policies. Work is performed with considerable discretion and independent judgment in directing assigned activities and includes direct and indirect supervision of project managers, subordinate supervisors, trade supervisors, and administrative staff.

Requirements

Facility Operations and Maintenance (building systems, O&M processes, repair and renovations)
Sustainability (energy management, water/waste management, workplace and site management)
Performance and Quality Management
Proficient in Project Management principles, including planning, design, execution and delivery, and evaluation
Knowledge of CMMS systems for building maintenance
Finance and business acumen in developing operational and capital budgets, procurement processes, contracting and financial analysis
Knowledgeable regarding emergency preparedness, response and recovery, facility resilience and maintaining business continuity
Proactive, strong communicator, responsive, approachable, and comfortable managing conflict
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced/high-pressure environment
Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans, and documents
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent customer service and supervisory skills with the ability to work well with all levels of employees, management, and elected officials
Requires some overtime and night/weekend emergency calls as needed
Computer skills at the intermediate level proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite Products (Word, Excel, Teams)
Requires a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and the ability to receive/ maintain a City of Charlotte Driving Permit
Associate’s Degree and seven years of related experience or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field and five years of experience or equivalent education, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position

Nice To Haves

Minimum of ten (10) years as a senior management analyst, project manager, program manager or property manager
PE license or NC General Contractors license
BOMI RPA, FMA, or SMA
IFMA FMP or CFM
LEED AP or Green Associate
LEED, IFMA and/or BOMI certification is a plus

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate the maintenance of City and cultural facilities
Direct City staff, architects, engineers, and construction contractors in the accomplishment of major and minor renovation projects in City and cultural facilities
Plan and direct preventative maintenance, repair, and renovation of City facilities, including plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and electrical systems
Plan and direct life safety, security, and janitorial services
Establish Facility Operations work rules, operating policies, and other controls necessary to achieve objectives
Oversee the preparation of reports to document Facility Operations activities and recommend service level changes
Oversee the preparation and administration of operating and capital budgets
Oversee the administration of major City programs including Capital Improvement Program Roof Program Parking Deck Program Parking Lot Program Energy Management Program
Oversee the administration of construction and maintenance trade shops, including Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical/HVAC, and Carpentry/Construction
Directly and indirectly supervise a staff of 35+ employees
Evaluate and make recommendations for deferred maintenance priorities
Position requires daily presence at facility shop (40 hours per week). Remote/Telework is not an option for this position
As this position oversees numerous on-call personnel, the Superintendent will be required to carry a City-issued phone and be available 24/7 to respond to emergency calls. Depending on the nature of the situation, the Superintendent may be required to report to the emergency location.
Position will be provided a city work vehicle for travel to job sites
Manage more than 5,000 Service Requests and Work Orders each year through a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Performs other duties as required