Director of Facilities Management

Job Details

Job Location:

217 WYCKOFF AVENUE - BROOKLYN, NY 11237

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $ - $ Salary

Job Shift: Day Shift

Job Category:
Nonprofit - Social Services

• Develop and implement a comprehensive facilities management strategy that supports organizational objectives and ensures the long-term integrity and value of the real estate portfolio.
• Provide leadership and direction to the facilities, maintenance, and operations teams, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee and prioritize all maintenance, repair, and capital projects across multiple asset types, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence.

• Lead planning, budgeting, and execution of capital improvement projects in collaboration with
  -Asset Manager, Portfolio Managers, and Property Managers.
• Review and approve scopes of work, professionally level bids, and review/approve contractor selections for renovation and maintenance projects.
• Oversee performance and compliance of all major building systems including HVAC, elevators, life safety systems, and pest control.
• Provide technical guidance on design reviews, construction schedules, and project cost controls.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including FDNY, DOB, DEP, OSHA, NYCHA, DOHMH, and HPD requirements.
• Implement a violation dismissal and prevention strategy.
• Maintain and oversee documentation for FDNY compliance (fire extinguishers, range hood permits, place of assembly permits, monthly inspection logs, etc.).
• Manage building safety programs and emergency response planning.

• Develop, negotiate, and manage vendor contracts for maintenance, repair, and service programs; monitor vendor performance and service level agreements.
• Oversee optimization of vendor listings and ensure alignment with Rise Boro's procurement policies and cost-control goals.

• Oversee implementation and utilization of facilities management technology systems, including Yardi, MIQ, and Jack Jaffa platforms, ensuring data-driven decision-making and operational transparency.
• Lead staff training and development programs for maintenance and building service personnel.
• Prepare and present regular reports on facilities performance metrics, budgets, and capital project status to executive leadership.

• Partner with the Asset Manager and Director of Corporate Facility on portfolio-wide initiatives and facility improvement strategies.

• Demonstrated expertise in facilities management, construction, and building systems operations across a mixed-use real estate portfolio.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple large-scale projects, budgets, and vendor relationships simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to interpret architectural and engineering plans and apply technical knowledge to operational decision-making.
• Proficiency with facilities management systems (Yardi, MIQ, Jack Jaffa) and general business software (Outlook, Excel, Word).

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities or property management, including at least 3 years in a senior management or director-level role overseeing complex, multi-site operations.
• Experience in affordable housing preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing construction projects and capital budgets.
• FDNY S12-S15
  -S95 (must obtain within first 6 months of employment)
• OSHA 30-hour certification (preferred)
• Professional certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Facility Management Professional (FMP), or Sustainability Facility Professional (SFP) strongly preferred.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY STATEMENT

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