Our client, a renowned philanthropic organization in NYC, is hiring a Facilities Project Manager (Technical). The position requires a hands-on approach to the maintenance and daily operations for four high end, multi-purpose, private organizational office buildings.

This position will work closely with the onsite operations staff including Reception, Security, Food Services and Events teams regarding special events and vendor management. Off-hour support will be needed at times, including weekends. The position requires outstanding customer service and vendor relation skills, the ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced / changing environment and a consistently upbeat attitude and a ‘can do’ approach to challenging situations.

Responsibilities:

• Standard hours range from 7am - 4pm, 8am – 5pm, 9am – 6pm and 10am – 7pm depending on needs of building or trade work

• Ability to work off-hours to cover trade work, maintenance, and/or special events are required (including weekends)

• Managing the scheduling of system maintenance programs on a Monthly/Quarterly/Semi-Annual/Annual including, but not limited to water filtration system, BMS System (HVAC), Elevators, Kitchen/Pantry equipment, Generator, UPS Units, Fire Command Station, and building lighting system

• Manage small to medium-size projects with external vendors, specifying the solution needed to resolve issues, solicit quotes and making recommendations to the Operations management team on the best solution

• Daily site walks and documenting maintenance issues inside and outside of the building, and immediately working to resolve these issues while documenting the solution, cost, and resolution time

• Contact various vendors for emergency repairs to building systems, fixtures and equipment, and manage their workflow while they are in the building

• Respond to building staff requests, while providing high quality of customer service to internal and external clients and vendors

• Assist with execution of Special Events, including set up and breakdown of heavy furniture

• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders as well as vendors, and exhibiting an all-hands-on-deck approach to urgent and timely matters

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years in site operations, construction, or project management capacity with jack-of-all-trades capabilities

• Exceptional client service, written and verbal communication, and multi-tasking skills are necessary

• Experience with state-of-the-art mechanical & electrical systems such as HVAC, BMS, Boiler, lighting controls, Emergency Generator, and Fire Alarms

• Experience working with service providers and vendors

• Must be innovative, able to think on one’s feet, and able to solve an issue using any and all resources available

• Experience with and understanding of the unique needs of small sites a plus

• Solid PC skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

• Ability to work in high-pressure environment a must

• Experience with event planning and execution desired

• Certification or Training as requested for the effective operations of our locations
Salary: 130,000/yr - $190,000/yr