Maintenance Manager

Company Overview
The Buncher Company headquartered in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania is a recognized leader in all phases of real estate development including site acquisitions construction lease and property management. The Buncher Company provides innovative solutions to clients to adapt to the ever-changing real estate environment. Start-ups established mid-sized firms and Fortune 500 companies have all benefited from the value-added customer service with which we have become synonymous.

Position Summary
The Buncher Company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to provide administrative and operational leadership for maintenance services across a diverse portfolio of commercial properties (office retail and industrial). This role is primarily office-based and focuses on planning coordination vendor and contract management compliance oversight budgeting and performance monitoring.

The Maintenance Manager leads through field-based Maintenance Team Leads partners closely with Property Management and plays a key role in protecting asset value ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering consistent high-quality service to tenants.

Maintenance Operations & Strategy

• Own and continuously refine the maintenance operating model across the portfolio ensuring consistent standards and practices.
• Develop implement and oversee preventative maintenance programs for building systems including HVAC/controls electrical plumbing life safety elevators and related infrastructure.
• Oversee work order governance including intake standards prioritization escalation protocols and service level expectations.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Lead vendor sourcing onboarding contract negotiation and performance management.
• Review and approve vendor proposals and invoices ensuring work aligns with scope quality and budget expectations.
• Ensure vendors meet insurance safety and compliance requirements.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide leadership coaching and accountability for Maintenance Team Leads and indirectly support field staff.
• Partner closely with Property Managers and internal stakeholders to align maintenance priorities service delivery and tenant satisfaction.
• Serve as a key point of coordination for maintenance-related escalations.

Budgeting Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Lead maintenance budgeting and forecasting in partnership with Property Management.
• Track spending analyze variances and implement cost-control strategies.
• Establish and monitor KPIs (e.g. PM completion work order aging downtime vendor performance) and use data to drive improvements.

Compliance & Capital Planning

• Ensure compliance with building codes OSHA standards fire/life safety regulations and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate inspections and safety drills and track corrective actions.
• Provide strategic input on asset condition operational risks and long-term capital needs.
• Support planning and execution of capital improvements and building upgrades with Property Management Asset Management and external consultants.

• Associates degree required; Bachelors degree preferred.An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will be considered.
• 710 years of experience in commercial property maintenance facilities management or related operations.
• Prior experience managing or leading maintenance or facilities personnel.
• Experience supporting multiple properties or a regional portfolio preferred.
• Experience managing vendors service contracts preventative maintenance programs and work order systems (Prism/Building Engines preferred).
• Valid drivers license with reliable transportation.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of commercial building systems and maintenance best practices.
• Proven ability to lead through others and drive consistent execution across multiple sites.
• Strong vendor management budgeting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication organization and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Proactive solutions-oriented mindset with strong follow-through.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and company-selected technology platforms.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based at 1251 Waterfront Place (Strip District) with periodic travel to local/regional properties.
• Coordinate and participate in on-call rotation and after-hours emergency response.
• Occasional exposure to mechanical spaces rooftops and outdoor environments.
• Limited lifting (generally under 25 lbs.); this is not a hands-on maintenance role.

Benefits

When you work at The Buncher Company you are encouraged to reach your full potential. We promote a supportive work environment where employees can continue to develop both personally and professionally.

We offer a highly competitive wage and benefits package including:

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and holidays

The Buncher Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We provide a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. If you need any accommodations or support with your application for this job please contact Human Resources at or .