Regional Facilities Manager - Affordable Housing

The Cleanzine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

Volunteer days

Parental leave

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Insurance coverage

Job summary

Conifer Realty seeks an Area Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance across multiple affordable housing communities in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. You will lead daily operations, ensure safety and compliance, and drive continuous improvement in asset performance.

You’ll coordinate with Regional Facilities and Property Management to align budgets, inspections, and capital plans while mentoring site teams. Strong leadership and HVAC/building systems knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in multifamily or affordable housing maintenance or facilities management.
• 3+ years of leadership experience overseeing maintenance or technical teams.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems.
• Familiarity with HUD, REAC, NSPIRE, and LIHTC inspection standards.
• Project management and vendor coordination experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, and CMMS systems.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel regularly within the region.
• High school diploma or GED required; degree or trade certifications (HVAC, EPA, OSHA, CAMT, IFMA/BOMA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion operational excellence – oversee daily maintenance operations across multiple affordable housing communities.
• Drive compliance – ensure readiness for HUD, NSPIRE, REAC, and LIHTC inspections.
• Lead and mentor – support site maintenance teams through training, coaching, and leadership development.
• Collaborate strategically – work with Property Management, Regional Facilities, and Asset Management to align maintenance operations with budget, compliance, and capital goals.
• Enhance performance – track KPIs, preventive maintenance, and unit turn performance to ensure continuous improvement.
• Promote safety – champion OSHA standards and ensure consistent safety culture across all maintenance operations.
• Innovate and improve – identify technologies and strategies that improve efficiency, sustainability, and asset longevity.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Communication

Organizational

Analytical

Travel willingness

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

CMMS

Education

High school diploma or GED

HVAC certification

EPA certification

OSHA certification

IFMA/BOMA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

CMMS

Job description

Conifer Realty seeks an Area Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance across multiple affordable housing communities in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. You will lead daily operations, ensure safety and compliance, and drive continuous improvement in asset performance.

You’ll coordinate with Regional Facilities and Property Management to align budgets, inspections, and capital plans while mentoring site teams. Strong leadership and HVAC/building systems knowledge are essential.