Vice President of Maintenance

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Designs and executes a comprehensive maintenance business plan aligned with Dominium’s overall strategic direction. Oversees planning, development, coordination, implementation and management of maintenance, repair, and renovation and remodel activities of portfolio sites including capital and insurance related projects. Manages national and regional supplier relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure purchase programs are cost effective and advantageous to our property needs. Administers effective Safety Program to ensure employee safety and reduction of work related injuries.  Proactively leads the effort to maintain Dominium assets system – wide, including leading a robust and properly informed CapEx process as well as intervening early in critical issues at the site level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Directs and oversees Dominium’s capital improvement program including execution of projects as well as the development of multi-year strategic capital plans. Ensures that capital project management processes enable project to be completed on time and budget working collaboratively with colleagues across the organization.
• Prepares scopes of work and contract documents and develops and manages annual operating Maintenance Departmental budgets.
• Provides expert technical direction across the company for all maintenance personnel; and develops and establishes policies and objectives consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient operation. Partners with Development, Construction and Architecture on the design and construction of new developments.
• Administers an effective Safety Program to ensure employee safety and reduction of work related injuries. Develops and administers an effective Maintenance and Safety employee education curriculum in conjunction with Talent Development.
• Evaluates and enhances performance of Maintenance Department personnel.
• Manages national supplier relationships ensuring cost effective maintenance and repair products and supplies are affordable and available to portfolio sites.
• Acts as a champion of change and operational excellence; and evaluates existing facilities for physical requirements and long term physical needs by conducting site visits and tracking repair and improvement history. Strategizes and establishes priorities for major maintenance projects and renovations and makes recommendations for physical improvements.
• Implements and promotes innovative and financially sound management practices in regard to energy and utility conservation by keeping up to date with conservation trends and rebate programs.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of local & national building and housing codes; and acquires knowledge of new products related to the industry through participation in local and national industry associations and their related programs.
• Assists with special projects as assigned by CPMO.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four (4) year degree in construction management, supply chain, or related field; or equivalent combinations of education and/or experience.
• Seven (7) years of management experience directly related to the essential functions of the position.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), and experience with Yardi software preferred.
• Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in large groups; and must have excellent customer service skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with fellow colleagues at all levels, residents and their families, contractors, vendors, visitors, local and state representatives and other officials as required.
• Must be flexible and resourceful, have excellent problem solving skills and the ability to handle confidential matters.
• Ability to analyze budget expenditures, prepare spread sheets, and estimate costs of projects and purchases.
• Ability to negotiate with vendors and contractors and make decisions involving large expenditures.
• Knowledge in affordable housing programs (LIHTC and section 8) and current knowledge of HUD REAC requirements preferred.
• Must be a respected and effective leader of people.

About Us:Dominium is one of the leading affordable housing development and property management companies nationwide. We operate in approximately 20 states and employ over 1,200 employees. For 50 years, we have offered excellence to the development and management of affordable housing communities across the United States. Dominium’s values – creating long-term value, developing people, integrity, and growth – are built upon our company’s mission and vision. We offer a competitive salary, incentive bonus program, training and development programs, career growth opportunities and community volunteer and outreach programs. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Life & Disability, Paid Time Off, 401(K), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Recognition & Wellness Programs.

Dominium is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Dominium is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.