Director of Facilities

Skillcloudhcm

Brunswick, ME

On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-to-senior level facilities management professionals with public housing experience who can lead cross-functional teams and manage complex regulatory compliance in Brunswick, Maine.

Best fit for

Candidates with 7–10 years of facilities management experience in public housing or government agencies
— “Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, construction, or property maintenance.”
Individuals who have led maintenance and capital improvement teams in a public sector setting
— “The Director leads the maintenance, capital improvement, and facilities operations teams.”
Professionals with expertise in HUD standards and physical needs assessments
— “Experience with HUD programs, capital fund management, and physical needs assessments are highly desirable.”

Things to consider

This role requires strong knowledge of HUD regulations and compliance processes
— “Ensure all properties comply with HUD Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS)/NSPIRE, local housing codes, OSHA, ADA, and environmental regulations.”
Candidates must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
— “Valid driver's license and clean driving record.”

How to stand out

Highlight experience in managing preventive maintenance programs and reducing emergency repair costs
— “Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to extend asset life and reduce emergency repair costs.”
Showcase leadership in developing and supervising teams in facilities and maintenance
— “Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate facilities and maintenance staff, including maintenance supervisors, technicians, and support personnel.”
Emphasize experience with capital improvement planning and budgeting
— “Develop and administer the capital improvement plan (CIP) and physical needs assessments (PNA) for all properties.”
Demonstrate proficiency in HUD-approved inspection standards and related certifications
— “HUD-approved Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS)/NSPIRE inspector certification preferred.”
Demonstrate knowledge of building systems like HVAC, electrical, and plumbing
— “Thorough knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural, and life safety systems.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

successful implementation of facilities management strategies
on-time and within-budget project delivery
high-quality maintenance and capital improvement programs
compliance with hud and local housing codes

Typical background

7-10 years of experience in facilities management, construction, or property maintenancepublic housing, affordable housing, or public sector experiencecertifications in facility management or property management

Skills & requirements

Required

Facilities ManagementProject ManagementBuilding Systems KnowledgeLeadershipCommunication SkillsBudgetingContractor OversightTeam BuildingStaff DevelopmentReport WritingPublic PresentationsBlueprint ReadingWork Order Management Systems

Preferred

Certified Facility ManagerCertified Property ManagerHud ProgramsCapital Fund ManagementPhysical Needs AssessmentsOsha 30-hour CertificationProject Management ProfessionalEinstein AnalyticsAgile Project Management

Stack & domain

Facilities ManagementConstructionProperty MaintenancePublic HousingAffordable HousingHUD ProgramsCapital Fund ManagementPhysical Needs AssessmentsBuilding SystemsProject ManagementBudgetingSchedulingContractor OversightLeadershipTeam BuildingStaff DevelopmentCommunicationReport WritingPublic PresentationsBlueprintsSpecificationsConstruction DocumentsMicrosoft Office SuiteWork Order Management SystemsPHA WebFair Housing PrinciplesServing Diverse, Low-income PopulationsDriver's LicenseClean Driving RecordCertified Facility Manager (cfm)Certified Property Manager (cpm)Hud-approved Uniform Physical Condition Standards (upcs)/nspire InspectorOSHA 30-hourProject Management Professional (pmp)HousingPublic SectorGovernment AgencyProperty ManagementFair Housing

About the role

Original posting from Skillcloudhcm via Lever

Brunswick Housing Authority
Director of Facilities
Brunswick, Maine
Brunswick Housing Authority is seeking a Director of Facilities, to be based in Brunswick, Maine. Brunswick Housing Authority is dedicated to providing safe, quality and affordable housing for eligible people in need of assistance and to promote opportunities for the growth and development of residents as well as the community.
Job Summary:
The Director of Facilities is responsible for the strategic planning, management, and oversight of all physical assets owned and operated by the Housing Authority, including public housing units, administrative offices, and related properties. This role ensures that all facilities are safe, code-compliant, well-maintained, and operated in a cost-effective manner while supporting the Authority's mission of providing quality affordable housing. The Director leads the maintenance, capital improvement, and facilities operations teams and works closely with executive leadership, property management, and external contractors/vendors.
What We Offer::
Generous PTO with 14.5 paid holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life insurance, Long-term Disability
Continuing education
Company vehicle
Annual pay in the range of $90,000 - $100,000
Qualifications::
Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, construction, or property maintenance.
Experience in public housing, affordable housing, or a public sector/government agency strongly preferred.
Experience with HUD programs, capital fund management, and physical needs assessments are highly desirable.
Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Certified Property Manager (CPM), or similar certification preferred.
HUD-approved Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS)/NSPIRE inspector certification preferred.
OSHA 30-Hour certification is preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus.
Thorough knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural, and life safety systems.
Proven project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor oversight.
Excellent leadership, team building, and staff development skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and public presentations.
Ability to read blueprints, specifications, and construction documents.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, work order management systems preferably PHA Web.
Commitment to fair housing principles and serving diverse, low-income populations.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Responsibilities and Scope::
Develop and implement short- and long-term facilities management strategies aligned with the Authority's mission and strategic plan.
Oversee day-to-day operations of maintenance, custodial, grounds, and capital improvement functions across all properties.
Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to extend asset life and reduce emergency repair costs.
Develop and administer the capital improvement plan (CIP) and physical needs assessments (PNA) for all properties.
Manage the RFP/bid process for capital projects, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations.
Monitor project budgets, schedules, and quality control to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Ensure all properties comply with HUD Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS)/NSPIRE, local housing codes, OSHA, ADA, and environmental regulations.
Prepare and manage the annual facilities/maintenance operating and capital budgets.
Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate facilities and maintenance staff, including maintenance supervisors, technicians, and support personnel.
Develop and maintain emergency response and disaster recovery plans for all properties.
Present capital planning updates, budget reports, and project status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Source: Skillcloudhcm careers (Lever)