Senior Facilities Manager

This senior position supports oversight of a portfolio of assets, facilities technicians, and vendors. This role is critical to the success of our property management team and tenants occupying the assets. The Sr Facilities Manager will be responsible for the maintenance of the buildings, including repairs, upgrades to equipment, and preventative maintenance. The Sr Facilities Manager will coordinate and oversee the activities in the field to include the operations staff, vendor performance, identify discrepancies and opportunities, and provide oversight of both capital and construction projects. Manage work order program, utility consumption, and EMS systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build a strong team-building environment with the staff. Share best practices.
• Maintain building systems for tenant comfort and efficiency.
• Manage the work order program.
• Interpret leases and vendor contracts
• Monitor building utility consumption, identify opportunities, and implement strategies
• Coordinate preventive maintenance program to include Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC
• Monitor life safety systems and take ownership of compliance
• Work in a team environment, communicating daily with Property Management on the status of ongoing projects and daily routines
• Ensure outside vendors and contractors meet specifications of contractual performance, costs, and comply with building rules and regulations
• Continuous interaction and communication with tenants to ensure a positive experience
• Conduct routine building inspections and log any deficiencies in the work order program. Manage through completion.
• Collaborate with the construction team to manage tenant improvement projects
• Maintain on-site conference center activities and act as landlord representative for Co­ Working activities
• Prepare property condition reports to be shared with Property Management
• Provide input in developing the scope for contractors, capital improvements, and major R&M projects
• Support Property Management with operating budgets, reports, and the purchasing approval process
• Travel throughout the entire CT portfolio; buildings in Rocky Hill, Wallingford, and Danbury.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Technical Ability:

• A polished and personable individual with the ability to work independently, effectively prioritize tasks, and combine facilities expertise with excellent customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general computer use, with the ability to learn property management software and energy management systems (EMS). Prior experience with EMS/BAS and DDC controls is a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electricity, and mechanical equipment
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely, both written and oral
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to bend, climb, work from a ladder, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Reliable mode of transportation
• This position requires being in the rotation for after-hours emergencies

Salary Range:

$80,000 - $90,000