Hands-On Historic Site Facilities Manager

Fort Adams Trust; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fort Adams Trust is seeking a Property & Facilities Manager to oversee day-to-day care, maintenance, preservation, and restoration of Fort Adams—a major coastal fortification that hosts tours, events, and programs.

This is a hands-on role; you will review bids, walk inspectors through the site, and also pick up tools to fix doors, clear drains, or repair railings. You’ll manage vendors, budgets, and schedules, coordinating with staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Three+ years in facilities or property management.
• Hands-on maintenance and repair skills; you enjoy doing the work.
• Experience managing projects and contractors, including bids, budgets, schedules, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance, preservation, and safety of Fort Adams' buildings, grounds, infrastructure, equipment, and historic resources.
• Develop, implement, and maintain preventive and routine maintenance schedules.
• Respond to maintenance requests and resolve issues; perform hands-on repairs.
• Monitor building systems and bring in specialists when needed.
• Manage tools, equipment, vehicles, supplies, and access systems.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Project management

Contractor management

Organized and self-directed

Effective communicator

Safety awareness

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

The Fort Adams Trust is seeking a Property & Facilities Manager to oversee day-to-day care, maintenance, preservation, and restoration of Fort Adams—a major coastal fortification that hosts tours, events, and programs.

This is a hands-on role; you will review bids, walk inspectors through the site, and also pick up tools to fix doors, clear drains, or repair railings. You’ll manage vendors, budgets, and schedules, coordinating with staff and volunteers.