Vice President of Facilities Maintenance

Our client is a leading real estate development & management company headquartered in Central NJ. with a large, expanding portfolio of luxury residential, commercial, and mixed-use communities in primarily New Jersey and Florida. The company is committed to creating high-quality living environments and long-term value. They are vertically integrated, handling all aspects of property development and management, from initial design to long-term maintenance.

Position Summary

They currently seek an accomplished, strategic Vice President of Facilities Maintenance to lead and oversee all maintenance and facilities operations for the multi-family residential portfolio. This senior leadership role will be responsible for setting and executing the company's facilities & maintenance strategy, ensuring the highest standards of property condition, operational efficiency, and resident satisfaction. The Vice President will report to senior leadership and will manage a team of maintenance directors, supervisors, and technicians as well as vendor/partners across a growing portfolio of residential properties in New Jersey and other markets. Our client will relocate a qualified candidate for this role

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Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall regionalized maintenance strategy for the residential portfolio, aligning it with company growth objectives and resident experience goals
• Oversee all aspects of maintenance operations, including preventative maintenance, work order fulfillment, unit turnovers, and capital improvement projects.
• Ensure the effective operation of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life safety systems across all properties.
• Implement standardized policies and procedures to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency in all maintenance work.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing maintenance team, including regional managers and on-site staff. Foster a culture of safety, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Manage and control the annual maintenance budget for the portfolio. Oversee capital expenditure planning and resource allocation to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Negotiate and manage relationships with external contractors, service providers, and vendors. Implement centralized procurement efforts to maximize cost-efficiency and ensure quality.
• Ensure all properties and maintenance operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA and EPA standards.
• Lead the development and enforcement of safety policies and training programs for all maintenance personnel.
• Maintain the highest possible standard of building conditions, ensuring that all resident repairs are handled quickly and courteously. Track and analyze maintenance metrics to identify and implement operational improvements.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments, including property management, construction, and asset management, to ensure seamless operations and successful project execution.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 - 20 years' of progressive facilities and/or maintenance management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing a large, multi-site multi-family. LUXURY residential portfolio. Experience with a portfolio of 5,000+ units is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field is preferred but not required. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CAM, CAPS) are a plus.
• Deep knowledge of building systems, preventative maintenance programs, and the residential real estate procurement process.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop large, distributed teams in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Experience preparing, managing, and analyzing operating and capital budgets.
• Familiarity with property management software (e.g., RealPage) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is highly desirable.
• Company will relocate someone for this position.