Senior Manager of Maintenance (Systems)

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority seeks a Senior Manager of Maintenance (Systems) to lead HVAC, electrical, and plumbing operations across facilities. You will manage preventive maintenance programs, develop standards, and coordinate with contractors to ensure reliable services and safety compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, BMS expertise, ability to read drawings, and a proactive, safety-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Associate/Bachelor-level education in a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership over progressive facility maintenance and operations.
• Minimum Journeyman qualification in at least one skilled trade (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse groups.
• Proven experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) controls.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans and schematics.
• Knowledge of county, state, and federal building codes and regulations.
• Strong strategic thinking, research, and analytical skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused leadership with safety emphasis.
• Experience with computers and Microsoft Office applications.
• Must possess and maintain a Nevada driver’s license.
• Completion of OSHA-30 course and ongoing maintenance of certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and evaluate work by HVAC, plumbing, and electrical teams.
• Manage routine maintenance and emergency service on critical systems (diesel generators, UPS, switchgear, lighting, chillers).
• Develop preventive and corrective maintenance programs aligned with codes and standards.
• Establish new operational procedures for engineering teams, vendors, and contractors.
• Develop and implement Building Management System (BMS) schedules to maximize efficiency.
• Assess capital equipment needs and coordinate replacements and upgrades with project information management.
• Provide staff with safety training and ensure regular safety inspections and meetings.
• Assist in preparing operating and capital budgets; estimate repairs and improvements.
• Support People & Culture with labor relations and recruitment activities as needed.
• Respond to emergencies at all hours as required.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

BMS controls

Reading drawings

Microsoft Office

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Facility Management

AS/Technical degree in related engineering field

Job description

The Role: The Senior Manager of Maintenance (Systems) leads the daily activities of one or more sections of the LVCVA’s Maintenance and Operations Department. At the LVCVA, the Maintenance and Operations Department is responsible for interior and exterior maintenance, repairs, upkeep of all LVCVA facilities, buildings, grounds, parking lots, landscaping, fleet management, graphics & signage, utilities management and non-capitalized projects.

The Senior Manager of Maintenance Systems ensures operational efficiency and sustainability of all HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. Working with immediate staff, this position will manage and develop standards and practices for the maintenance and operational integrity of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other infrastructure systems, and will continuously work towards operational confidence and reliability of systems and staff productivity. This leader collaborates across departmental lines and contractors to ensure successful delivery of contracted maintenance services, and coordinates response to emergency situations that may impact operations. They provide a variety of service types with aggressive schedule and budget challenges to resolve complex problems spanning multiple areas or technical fields.

What You’ll Do:

Keep in mind that this list in not all inclusive.

• Plan, schedule and evaluate the work performed by the HVAC, plumbing and electrical teams.
• Manage routine maintenance and emergency service on critical systems including diesel generators, UPS systems, electrical switchgear, power distribution equipment, lighting, chillers, HVAC equipment, and commercial plumbing systems and equipment.
• Develop and maintain corrective work and preventative maintenance programs. Ensure all work performed conforms to requirements of the LVCVA, OSHA, and Building Codes.
• Establish and communicate all new operational procedures to ambassadors within engineering, vendors, and contractors.
• Develop and implement Building Management System (BMS) controls schedules and procedure to maximize efficiencies.
• Evaluate, document, plan and recommend capital equipment replacement, modifications, upgrades, and improvements.Analyze project information through automated information management systemsto ensure all deliverables, specs, warranties, drawings, as-builts are received.
• Provide staff with appropriate safety, customer service and technical training and support aimed at expanding their capabilities.
• Conduct and ensure supervisors are implementing required safety inspections and shop safety meetings to maintain a vigilant focus on safety.
• Participate in the preparation of the operating and capital budgets, recommend and estimates facility repairs and improvements for inclusion in the annual budget.
• Assists People & Culture with collective bargaining issues, resolving grievances and furthering the organization’s relationship with the SEIU. Enforce provisions of labor contract and LVCVA policies and procedures. Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of new staff as needed.
• Promptly respond to emergency situations at all hours and days of the week.

What We’re Looking For

• Associate of Applied Science in a related engineering field, Bachelor’s Degree in Facility Management, or related field desirable
• Demonstrated leadership experience over progressive building/facility maintenance and operations, preferably in the convention or hospitality industry
• Minimum Journeyman qualification in at least one skilled trade, (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical), multiple desirable
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work and communicate with diverse groups
• Proven experience with BMS controls
• Ability to read and interpret, drawings, plans and schematics
• Knowledge of county, state, and federal regulations with building codes
• Strong strategic thinking and interpretation, research, and analytical skills
• A proactive solution providing leader
• Experience with computers and Microsoft Office applications
• Possess and maintain a valid Nevada driver’s license
• Complete an OSHA- 30 course in general or construction industry safety and health hazard recognition and prevention, developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor. Completion card must be continuously maintained while employed in this classification. Failure to complete and maintain the course within twelve (12) months of hire will result in non-confirmation of appointment

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the LVCVA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us [e-mail]