Operations Maintenance Manager
Job Location:
Durham, NC - USA
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Job Summary
destinationone Consulting is supporting the search for an Operations Maintenance Manager for a well established government affiliated housing authority serving a growing and diverse community in Durham North Carolina.
This is a key leadership role within a public sector environment responsible for overseeing maintenance operations across a large and complex affordable housing portfolio. The organization plays a critical role in delivering safe quality housing and community services and is seeking a leader who can bring operational discipline compliance expertise and a strong team leadership approach.
The Operations Maintenance Manager will be responsible for ensuring all properties are maintained to the highest standards of safety compliance and efficiency while driving continuous improvement across maintenance operations.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance Operations Leadership
- Lead and oversee daily maintenance operations across multiple residential properties
- Manage work orders preventive maintenance programs unit turnovers and emergency repairs
- Establish and optimize preventative maintenance strategies to extend asset life and control costs
- Conduct regular inspections to identify deficiencies risks and improvement opportunities
Regulatory Compliance and Inspections
- Ensure properties consistently meet federal housing standards and applicable inspection protocols including HUD requirements
- Prepare for and support federal state and local inspections ensuring timely resolution of any findings
- Maintain a state of continuous inspection readiness across all properties
Procurement and Contract Oversight
- Manage maintenance related procurement in alignment with government regulations and internal policies
- Develop scopes of work evaluate vendor proposals and support contract award decisions
- Oversee vendors and contractors to ensure quality compliance and timely delivery
- Monitor budgets approve invoices and ensure accurate cost tracking
Team Leadership and Development
- Lead mentor and develop maintenance supervisors technicians and support staff
- Assign work monitor productivity and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards
- Foster a culture of accountability professionalism and service excellence
Asset and Inventory Management
- Oversee tools equipment and inventory to ensure proper tracking utilization and cost control
- Implement processes to minimize waste and improve operational efficiency
Safety and Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with OSHA EPA and organizational safety standards
- Oversee safe handling of environmental risks including hazardous materials mold and lead related concerns
- Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions to reduce risk exposure
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum five years of progressive experience in maintenance operations including leadership responsibility
- Experience within public sector housing affordable housing or similarly regulated environments is strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of building systems including HVAC plumbing electrical and general construction
- Knowledge of HUD inspection standards such as HQS NSPIRE or equivalent
- Experience with government procurement and contract administration
- Relevant certifications such as CAMT HVAC or similar are considered an asset
- Proficiency with maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office
Key Competencies
- Strong operational leadership and problem solving ability
- Ability to interpret regulations contracts and technical documentation
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
- Commitment to safety compliance and resident satisfaction
Working Environment
- Regular site visits across housing properties
- On call availability for after hours emergencies as required
- Exposure to active maintenance environments including construction sites and vacant units
About destinationone Consulting
destinationone Consulting is a North America based strategic recruitment executive search and HR advisory firm serving purpose led organizations across high impact industries. Our sector expertise spans CleanTech CERM industries Education and EdTech Health and Med Tech Healthcare and Wellness Government including Municipal State/Province and Federal Non Profit Sustainability and other public sector domains.
How to Apply
If this opportunity aligns with your skills and career goals please apply with an updated resume in MS Word format. While we may not be able to contact everyone we will connect with candidates whose profiles match the requirements of the role.
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