Regional Facilities Engineer

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30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

JACKSONVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Regional Facilities Engineer FLSA STATUS: Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Property and Asset Management UNION STATUS: None

REPORTS TO: Director of Portfolio & Asset Management SALARY RANGE: $65,000-$75,000

The Regional Facilities Engineer is responsible for overseeing the planning, maintenance, and optimization of facility infrastructure across a defined geographic area. This role blends technical expertise with project and operational management to ensure facilities operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with regulations.

• Team Leadership:
  Lead, mentor, and develop a facilities engineering team; assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide feedback to ensure accountability and professional growth
• Facility Management & Maintenance:
  Supervise routine and preventive maintenance of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural) to ensure optimal performance and safety
• Upgrades & Renovations:
  Plan, coordinate, and manage facility upgrades, renovations, and capital projects from concept to completion
• Compliance & Safety:
  Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and building codes; conduct audits and inspections to identify and address compliance issues
• Budgeting & Cost Control:
  Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets, forecast maintenance costs, and track expenditures
• Budgeting & Cost Control:
  Manage maintenance budgets, track expenditures, and coordinate with procurement for materials and services
• Energy & Sustainability:
  Implement energy-saving initiatives, monitor utility consumption, and support LEED or other sustainability programs
• Contractor Coordination:
  Source, select, and oversee third-party contractors for specialized maintenance, repairs, and construction work
• Emergency Response:
  Prepare and maintain emergency response plans for equipment failures, power outages, and other critical incidents. Emergency Response:
  Lead or coordinate responses to facility emergencies, ensuring swift and effective resolution
• Reporting & Documentation:
  Prepare reports on facility operations, maintenance activities, and compliance documentation
• Collaboration:
  
  Work with internal departments and external stakeholders to support operational needs and project timelines
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Industrial, Environmental), or a related field.

Experience:

Typically, 10+ (ten) years in facilities engineering or a related role; with proven leadership experience in a regional or multi-site capacity preferred.

Certifications:

Professional certifications such as IFMA, BOMA, or LEED AP are advantageous.

Technical

Skills:

Proficiency with Building Management Systems (BMS), AutoCAD, SAP, MS Office, and knowledge of structural codes and construction principles.

Soft Skills:

Strong project management, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Cross-functional collaboration
• High principles of management and supervision.
• Knowledge of HUD regulations regarding housing quality standards and other maintenance-related standards.
• Knowledge of Jacksonville Housing policies and procedures
• Knowledge of the physical layout of the site properties.
• Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance, including standard practices, methods, tools, and materials, of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, painting, carpentry, and groundskeeping.
• Knowledge of safety rules, including accident causation and prevention.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions.
• Ability to oversee maintenance programs for a public housing site.
• Ability to analyze information from inspections to determine the maintenance needs, and the quality of maintenance services provided.
• Ability to develop plans, and procedures for efficient and timely completion of work.
• Ability to maintain records in an orderly fashion.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, co-workers, residents, contractors, and the general public.
• Ability to prepare recommendations and…