Director of Facilities

Located in Brunswick, Maine, Brunswick Housing Authority seeks a Director of Facilities.

About the role

The Director of Facilities is responsible for the strategic planning, management, and oversight of all physical assets owned and operated by the Housing Authority, including public housing units, administrative offices, and related properties. This role ensures that all facilities are safe, code-compliant, well-maintained, and operated in a cost-effective manner while supporting the Authority's mission of providing quality affordable housing. The Director leads the maintenance, capital improvement, and facilities operations teams and works closely with executive leadership, property management, and external contractors/vendors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement short- and long-term facilities management strategies aligned with the Authority's mission and strategic plan.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of maintenance, custodial, grounds, and capital improvement functions across all properties.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to extend asset life and reduce emergency repair costs.
• Develop and administer the capital improvement plan (CIP) and physical needs assessments (PNA) for all properties.
• Manage the RFP/bid process for capital projects, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and quality control to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Ensure all properties comply with HUD Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS)/NSPIRE, local housing codes, OSHA, ADA, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare and manage the annual facilities/maintenance operating and capital budgets.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate facilities and maintenance staff, including maintenance supervisors, technicians, and support personnel.
• Develop and maintain emergency response and disaster recovery plans for all properties.
• Present capital planning updates, budget reports, and project status updates to leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, construction, or property maintenance.
• Experience in public housing, affordable housing, or a public sector/government agency strongly preferred.
• Experience with HUD programs, capital fund management, and physical needs assessments are highly desirable