[Hiring] Regional Vice President of Facilities and Construction Management @RPM Living

Role Description

The Regional Vice President of Facilities and Construction Management will lead and oversee the facilities and project management teams operations across a portfolio of properties within the assigned regions. The Regional VP will be responsible for ensuring that all properties are well-maintained, compliant with safety, RPM regulatory standards, and operating efficiently. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and a deep understanding of facilities management best practices within the property management industry.

• Develop and execute the strategic vision for facilities management in the region to align with organizational goals.
• Develop and manage the maintenance training curriculum by utilizing outside vendor training and partnering with RPM Training Department.
• Design and implement preventative maintenance program for all properties.
• Develop and manage annual facilities budgets, including maintenance, repairs, CapEx, and operational expenses for properties within the region.
• Work with vendors, regional managers, and lead maintenance technicians to identify cost saving opportunities with vendors.
• Negotiate and manage annual schedule of items to reduce long term costs.
• Collaborate with property managers to plan and prioritize capital expenditure (CapEx) initiatives and long-term facility improvements.
• Assist Regional Managers with troubleshooting larger maintenance issues.
• Assist Regional Facilities managers with navigating their portfolio.
• Assist Clients Services in acquiring new clients.
• Onboard, lead, mentor, and manage regional facilities teams, including facility managers and maintenance personnel, ensuring consistency and best practices across all properties.
• Inspect properties for compliance.
• Develop monthly Safety meetings.
• Develop on-site hands-on training with help of training department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience may substitute for education.
• Eight years of experience in a Regional Maintenance role in the multifamily industry.
• EPA or HVAC Certification.
• CPO certification preferred.
• Knowledge of facilities management principles, including preventative maintenance, energy management, safety regulations, building codes, and operational standards.
• Knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, and fire safety systems, with the ability to oversee maintenance and upgrades.
• Knowledge of budgeting, capital expenditures (CapEx), cost control, and financial forecasting as they relate to facilities operations.
• Skilled in vendor negotiation, service-level agreements (SLAs), and managing third-party contracts for facility services, equipment, and materials.
• Skilled in managing multiple projects simultaneously, from planning to execution, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to make high-level decisions related to facility operations, staffing, vendor contracts, and capital improvement projects.
• Ability to adapt to changing business priorities and regulatory environments while maintaining high standards of facility operations.
• Ability to assess potential risks related to facility operations and implement strategies to mitigate these risks, including emergency preparedness.

Requirements

• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to read documents, computer screens and data.
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer.
• May occasionally be required to lift or carry items such as files or office supplies weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment.
• This is a remote position, requiring up to 70% of travel across the Midwest and Northeast.

Benefits

• Weekly pay for all associates working onsite at an apartment community.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage available for all full-time, regular associates.
• Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs.
• Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) with robust company match.
• Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans.
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERG).
• Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days.
• Discounted Perks (Costco membership, movie tickets, health & wellness, entertainment & travel discounts).

Compensation

The anticipated pay range for this position is $165,000-175,000 annually plus bonuses and a generous benefit plan.