Shopping Centre Operations Leader

Cloverdale Mall; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

QuadReal Property Group is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for Cloverdale Shopping Centre to oversee in-house and contracted service teams, maintain safe and efficient building operations, and ensure environmentally responsible management. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, energy management, and regulatory compliance across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in enclosed shopping centres, strong leadership

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in an enclosed shopping centre and progressive experience in building operations including mechanical, fire and safety, electrical, and HVAC systems.
• Experience with building redevelopment projects is a strong asset.
• Ability to write specifications and contract documents.
• Strong knowledge of construction, design, code, and regulations.
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support preventive maintenance and emergency repairs for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, fire safety, and building systems while maintaining accurate service records.
• Perform general maintenance and housekeeping duties including painting, cleaning, litter removal, and pressure washing.
• Conduct inspections, environmental assessments, and preventive maintenance checks; maintain daily maintenance logs.
• Monitor and operate Building Automation Systems (BAS) and computerized control systems.
• Respond promptly to tenant and management service requests and complete maintenance tasks efficiently.
• Assist with waste management, recycling, hazardous materials handling, and sustainability initiatives.
• Support insurance, risk management, and health & safety inspections, including corrective action reporting.
• Perform monthly fire alarm testing and support emergency response procedures and fire drills.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance, mechanical, and electrical rooms.
• Assist trades, contractors, and tenants with maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects.
• Coordinate maintenance supplies, equipment purchasing, and inventory control with a focus on sustainability.
• Support marketing events, site rentals, and other operational activities as required.
• Participate in on‑call and after‑hours emergency response coverage.
• Operate and maintain all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, and life safety systems.
• Oversee grounds maintenance, housekeeping standards, and daily site inspections to ensure tenant and public safety.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs and monitor operational performance metrics.
• Support energy management, utility monitoring, and recycling programs to improve operational efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and mentor operations staff while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and safety standards.
• Oversee capital projects, tenant coordination, tendering, budgeting, and long‑term capital planning using Yardi.
• Supervise contractors and ensure compliance with building standards, legislation, and safety regulations.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry best practices, legislative changes, and emerging technologies.
• Prepare reports, budgets, and operational analyses to support cost-effective facility management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Operations management

Building operations

Problem solving

Communication

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Tools

Yardi

Workday

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

QuadReal Property Group is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for Cloverdale Shopping Centre to oversee in-house and contracted service teams, maintain safe and efficient building operations, and ensure environmentally responsible management. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, energy management, and regulatory compliance across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in enclosed shopping centres, strong leadership