Assistant Facilities Manager

Assistant Commercial Facilties Manager

For skilled construction and maintenance professionals aiming to advance their careers, an exciting opportunity awaits. Explore the Assistant Property Manager role supporting a diverse portfolio of properties-including shopping centers, industrial warehouses, and office buildings. You'll gain practical experience with commercial building systems by collaborating with subcontractors, participating in improvement projects, and supporting onsite events.

Position Overview:

As the Assistant Facilities Manager, you will work closely with top mentors within our company, to gain invaluable hands-on experience with a range of commercial building systems, including HVAC, roofing, electrical, plumbing, and more. This role requires flexibility, including weekend and evening hours, to provide you with a well-rounded understanding of property management operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with onsite teams to ensure that the daily operations of properties, including building systems, mechanical, parking, sweeping, landscaping and general maintenance, are executed in a manner that is consistent with Benderson Development standards.
• Serve as the secondary interface for our tenants on a daily basis. Enforce lease terms and act as a point of contact for all tenant concerns and requests for after-hours emergencies and in the absence of the Property Manager.
• Coordinate repairs, enhancements, and oversee vendor activities, refining your proficiency in commercial building systems.
• Supervise contractors to ensure their work aligns with tenant and company expectations.
• Engage in regular property inspections, emphasizing the maintenance of common areas, landscaping, and overall aesthetic appeal.
• Develop a strong grasp of emergency protocols, including those related to HVAC, roofing, electrical, plumbing, and safety measures.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance staff.
• Perform pre/post vacancy tenant inspections.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to drive significant improvement projects and contribute to exciting events within the center.
• Partner with marketing departments to organize onsite events, including setup, logistics, and day-of oversight.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Demonstrated organizational, written, and verbal communication abilities.
• Basic understanding of construction principles, coupled with familiarity in commercial building systems.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements:

• Maintain the physical agility necessary to navigate varying environments and perform tasks demanding attention to detail.
• Manage computer tasks adeptly and handle occasional lifting of materials up to 50 pounds.
• Conduct thorough property inspections through active walking.