Director of Maintenance & Building Operations

Hays; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private academy in Manhattan is seeking a Director of Maintenance & Building Operations. This role involves overseeing multiple buildings and managing a large facilities staff while ensuring compliance with NYC building codes and maintaining vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facilities management and a customer-centric approach.

Qualifications

• Experience managing staff at all levels.
• Background supporting schools is a strong plus.
• Strong understanding of MEP and NYC building codes.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of 4 buildings including 2 schools.
• Manage a team of about 40 building/facilities staff.
• Management of budgets, projects, and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Staff Management

Customer-Centric Approach

Understanding of MEP

Knowledge of NYC Building Codes

Education

Relevant degree or Facilities Management certifications

Job description

Director of Maintenance & Building Operations

Director of Maintenance & Building Operations

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Your new company

Hays Facilities Management has partnered with a leading private academy in Manhattan to hire a Director of Maintenance & Building Operations.

Your new role

The duties of the Director of Maintenance & Building Operations will include, among others:

- Oversight of 4 buildings, including 2 schools and a legacy building

- Manage a team of about 40 building/facilities staff

- Management of budgets, projects and preventive maintenance

- Maintain strong relationships with approved vendors

- Exhibit a customer-centric approach to colleagues, students and other stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate for this role will possess the following:

- Experience managing staff at all levels, (Porters, Maintenance Techs, Carpenters, etc.)

- Background supporting schools is a strong plus

- Strong understanding of MEP, Local Law 97, NYC building codes

- Relevant degree or Facilities Management certifications are highly preferred but not required

What you'll get in return

Base salary range of $150-$175K, plus strong benefits

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Education

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