Building Director

Building Director / Maintenance Supervisor

At CLS Living, our mission is simple: to deliver an unparalleled resident experience and foster an exceptional workplace environment. We are committed to building a world-class team of passionate individuals who thrive in a culture of positivity, creativity, and continuous growth.

Each day brings new opportunities to innovate, lead, and make a meaningful impact. We take pride in our vibrant, design-forward communities and in the devoted teams who manage them with care and integrity. Our success starts with our people—and when our team thrives, our residents do too.

We believe in rewarding our team with benefits that support both personal and professional well-being:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance & Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional Development & Advancement Opportunities
• Supportive, Fun, and Flexible Work Environment
• Access to an Unmatched Company Culture that values individuality and innovation

CLS Living is seeking a highly skilled, hands-on Building Director / Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the maintenance, operations, and technical performance of a complex high-rise community. This is a critical property leadership role for a sophisticated building with intricate mechanical, life-safety, building automation, and SMART building systems. The ideal candidate is more than a traditional Maintenance Supervisor. We are looking for a building systems expert who understands the mechanics and infrastructure of a high-rise property—including large-scale HVAC systems, boilers, plumbing, electrical systems, life-safety systems, and building automation—and can effectively manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time.

This role will lead the maintenance team while serving as the property's technical resource and partner to the General Manager and Regional Facilities Manager.

Key Responsibilities Building Systems & Technical Operations:

• Serve as the property's primary technical expert for building systems, infrastructure, and mechanical operations.
• Oversee and maintain major building systems, including large-scale HVAC equipment, boilers, chillers, plumbing, electrical systems, water heaters, pumps, and other mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose complex building system issues and coordinate appropriate repairs and solutions.
• Maintain a strong understanding of SMART building and building automation systems, including monitoring system performance, identifying issues, and coordinating troubleshooting.
• Oversee life-safety systems, including fire protection and other critical safety infrastructure.
• Develop and manage comprehensive preventive maintenance programs to minimize system failures and protect the long-term condition of the property.
• Conduct regular inspections of mechanical rooms, units, common areas, equipment, and building infrastructure.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, repairs, preventive maintenance, and system performance.
• Respond to building emergencies and participate in emergency preparedness and response planning.
• Ensure the property remains safe, functional, compliant, and operational at all times.

Maintenance Leadership & Team Development:

• Lead, supervise, and develop a high-performing maintenance team.
• Establish clear expectations for productivity, quality, responsiveness, safety, and accountability.
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and mentorship to maintenance team members.
• Ensure maintenance staff follow proper procedures and safety protocols.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, teamwork, ownership, and exceptional resident service.
• Ensure service requests and work orders are completed accurately, efficiently, and within established expectations.
• Lead by example with a strong work ethic, integrity, and hands-on approach.

Project & Property Operations:

• Effectively manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously, including ongoing maintenance, capital projects, unit turns, emergencies, and vendor work.
• Oversee Make Ready and unit…