Director of Construction & Maintenance

The Director of Construction & Maintenance is responsible for overseeing and assisting with construction projects for the commercial department. Duties include both acting as general contractor on in-house construction projects and managing construction projects contracted with third party vendors.

The Director of Construction & Maintenance is also responsible for various maintenance duties as needed.

• Provide excellent service. Respond to maintenance requests/problems in a timely manner and follow-up to ensure satisfactory resolution of the issue.
• While on properties, identify and bring to the manager's attention any safety and maintenance issues.
• Ensure that assigned projects are completed correctly and timely. This includes:
  • Initial project walkthrough to find out specifics of job and if permits are required.
  • Contact sub-contractors for pricing.
  • Contact architect, if permitted job
  • Obtain written approval for the job and begin permitting process (if permits required).
  • Complete a Change Order Request and get proper approvals prior to any work being performed.
  • Complete a punch-list walkthrough with tenant and property manager. Complete a follow-up walkthrough once the job is finalized and complete.
• Assist property managers as needed with oversight of construction projects completed by outside contractors/vendors.
• Any special projects, as needed, relating to construction and maintenance of properties.
• Ensure property coding on invoices.
• Investigate cost reduction opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year College or University with two to three years of industry experience/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of directly relevant construction/maintenance supervision experience.
• Holds necessary/required licenses, as required.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of blueprints.
• Valid State Driver's License.
• Ability to handle multiple projects a make decisions.
• Effectively prioritize and multi-task.
• Computer skills, a plus
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with peers, managers and clients.
• Dependable & flexible as well as possessing the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• Work Hours:40 hours per week; may need to be available for emergencies.
• Specific with overseeing construction and maintenance projects.
• Must be able to:
  • Access necessary spaces for thorough inspection of property.
  • Must be able to navigate tight spaces and climbing, as required.

• Constant need to be on feet to perform the following physical activities (66%
  -100%):
  • Walk/Bend/Stoop/Squat/Kneel - Perform routine maintenance/repairs, pick up tools and needed equipment.
  • Climb stairs, Push and/or Pull, Reach above shoulder
  • Climb ladders, Grasp/Grip/Turn
  • Finger Dexterity - handle tools, equipment, maintenance repairs
  • Write - maintenance requisitions, work orders and reports
  • Lift/Cary (supplies, replacement parts, ladders, etc.)
    • Constant (66%-100%) - 1-25lbs.
    • Frequent (33%-66%) - 26-50lbs.**
    • Occasional (1%-33%) - 51-100lbs.**
    • Rare (less than 1%) - over 100lbs.**

*** Lifting or carrying of weights exceeding 50lbs must be accomplished with assistance from one or more persons.

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to complete forms, read and review reports.
• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to see things clearly beyond arm's reach; e.g. inspecting projects/properties.

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to communicate over telephone and in person with vendors, corporate office staff, and clients.

• Constant need (6% to 100% of the time) to verbally communicate over…