Director of Facilities and Maintenance

Director of Facilities & Maintenance

Location:

Home Office / Multi-Site (Travel Between Communities)

Reports To:

Chief Operating Officer Status:
Full-Time | Salaried | Exempt About the Opportunity Chateau Retirement Communities is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and experienced leader to serve as our Director of Facilities & Maintenance. This position provides functional leadership for facilities and maintenance operations across all Chateau communities, ensuring our buildings remain safe, well-maintained, compliant, and welcoming for our residents and team members.

This role is responsible for developing long-term facilities strategies while also supporting day-to-day operational excellence. Working closely with Executive Directors, Maintenance Directors, and our VP of Construction & Capital Projects, the Director will help standardize maintenance practices, improve operational efficiency, oversee capital planning, and ensure our communities continue to reflect Chateau's commitment to excellence.

This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who enjoys balancing strategic planning with hands-on operational support and building strong relationships across multiple communities.

Primary Responsibilities Provide functional leadership and support for Maintenance and Environmental Services teams across all Chateau communities.

Develop and execute long-term facilities and asset management strategies.

Lead preventative maintenance programs and standardize maintenance processes.

Oversee facility compliance with federal, state, local, and life safety regulations.

Partner with Executive Directors to develop annual operating and capital budgets.

Manage capital improvement planning and collaborate on major construction projects.

Implement and oversee maintenance management systems (Yardi/CMMS).Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and facility reporting dashboards.

Lead vendor management, contract oversight, and cost-saving initiatives.

Build, coach, and develop maintenance leaders while promoting a culture of service, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Respond to operational issues and provide leadership during facility-related emergencies.

Qualifications Preferred Education Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).Experience Seven (7) or more years of progressive facilities or maintenance leadership experience.

Multi-site facilities management experience preferred.

Experience managing operating and capital budgets.

Experience leading teams and implementing standardized maintenance processes.

Senior living, healthcare, hospitality, commercial real estate, or similar industry experience preferred.

Key Competencies Strategic leadership and organizational planning

Facilities and asset management

Preventative maintenance and lifecycle planning

Budget and financial management

Regulatory compliance and risk management

Vendor and contract management

Team development and coaching

Process improvement and operational excellence

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Analytical and data-driven decision making

Proficiency with Yardi (or other CMMS) and Microsoft 365

Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $125,000 – $170,000 annually

In addition to a competitive salary, Chateau offers:

Annual performance-based NOI bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Contribution Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time Company Paid Cell Phone Long-Term Incentive Program (LTIP)
Working Conditions Regular travel between Chateau communities is required.

Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.

Ability to inspect mechanical spaces, grounds, residential units, and construction areas.

Director of Facilities and Maintenance

Summary:

As the functional leader of facilities and maintenance, you provide strategic and operational leadership across most aspects of Chateau’s physical environment, from routine upkeep up to collaboration with our VP of Construction and Capital Projects on major capital improvements. Your work ensures our communities remain safe, welcoming, and…