Director of Maintenance

Director of Maintenance

Long Island, NY | $130,000 - $150,000 + Bonus + On-Site Apartment

Our client is a well-established, family-owned real estate developer and operator with decades of experience creating upscale residential, commercial, and luxury communities known for quality construction and long-term ownership. As the company continues to grow, this newly available Director of Maintenance role offers a highly visible leadership opportunity within a stable organization that strongly believes in promoting from within.

This is not a hands-on maintenance position. It's designed for an experienced maintenance executive who excels at leading leaders, driving operational excellence, and maintaining high service standards across a large multifamily portfolio.

The Director will oversee a large portfolio of garden-style and mid-rise communities in the Long Island region — a mix of well-maintained assets and communities undergoing strategic renovations, requiring a leader who can balance long-term asset preservation with continuous improvement initiatives.

Relocation candidates are welcome to apply — the compensation package includes a complimentary on-site apartment, making this an attractive opportunity for candidates open to relocating to the Long Island area.

The Opportunity

As Director of Maintenance, you will provide strategic oversight of maintenance operations across multiple communities while leading a team of Senior Maintenance Managers and site-level maintenance professionals. You will establish expectations, drive accountability, mentor high-performing teams, and ensure properties consistently deliver an exceptional resident experience.

Success in this role requires a collaborative leadership style, strong operational and financial acumen, and the ability to build trusted relationships across departments. You'll work closely with Leasing, Sales, Operations, and Construction teams while serving as a key contributor to overall portfolio performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for maintenance operations across a multi-site portfolio
• Lead, mentor, and develop Senior Maintenance Managers and site-level teams while fostering a culture of service, accountability, safety, and operational excellence
• Establish maintenance standards, preventive maintenance programs, and operational procedures that drive efficiency and resident satisfaction
• Manage operating and capital budgets while identifying opportunities to improve performance and control expenses
• Oversee capital improvement projects, community renovations, and major repair initiatives from planning through completion
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure maintenance operations support leasing performance, resident retention, and asset value
• Negotiate vendor contracts, evaluate vendor performance, and maintain strong relationships with contractors and service providers
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, building codes, and safety requirements
• Monitor property conditions and proactively address maintenance, compliance, and operational concerns
• Collaborate with construction and development teams on new community openings, lease-ups, and renovation initiatives
• Analyze operational metrics and implement strategies to improve service delivery
• Respond to significant after-hours emergencies as needed

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 7 years of progressive leadership experience within multifamily property maintenance
• Proven experience overseeing maintenance operations across a large, multi-site residential portfolio
• Experience managing garden-style and mid-rise apartment communities
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, develop, and hold teams accountable
• In-depth knowledge of building systems, boilers, mechanical systems, preventive maintenance, and facility operations
• Demonstrated success managing operating budgets, capital budgets, and large-scale renovation or capital improvement projects
• Strong vendor management and contract negotiation experience
• Experience supporting lease-ups, newly developed communities, and renovation projects highly preferred
• Property management software experience strongly preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with standard office and productivity software
• OSHA, CPO, or other maintenance-related certifications are a plus

Why Join This Organization?

• High-visibility leadership role with significant influence across a large portfolio
• Join a company with decades of stability, growth, and industry leadership
• Strong promote-from-within culture with long employee tenure
• Relocation candidates welcome — complimentary on-site apartment included
• Collaborative, people-first culture that values professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional service
• Long-term career growth with an organization committed to investing in its employees

If you're an experienced multifamily maintenance leader looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected owner-operator that values quality, stability, and leadership development, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Apply today for immediate consideration or reach out to Ashley Kahriman to learn more!
215-661-8834 x 105
[email protected]

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This is an on-site position located in Suffolk County, NY.