Traveling Facilities Manager

The Traveling Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the physical condition, preventative maintenance programs, and repair and improvement needs across a portfolio of properties. This role ensures each property operates at a high standard of safety, appearance, and functionality, and provides on‑site support for new property openings, turnover periods, and capital improvement projects. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, highly organized, and able to develop scalable processes that improve property performance and extend asset life.

• Conduct regular site visits to evaluate building conditions, maintenance performance, vendor quality, and compliance with operational standards.
• Serve as an on‑the‑ground resource during high‑impact periods (turn, move‑in, major repairs, incident response, etc.).
• Implement and monitor preventative maintenance schedules and ensure work is completed timely and accurately.
• Identify recurring issues, root causes, and opportunities for long‑term solutions rather than reactive fixes.
• Support capital projects and make recommendations for scope, vendor selection, and budget planning.
• Oversee minor renovations, repair initiatives, and equipment replacement projects to ensure timely and cost‑effective execution.
• Oversee warranty process for first year after building delivery.
• Source, evaluate, and manage third‑party service providers.
• Negotiate and monitor service contracts and ensure work meets defined standards.
• Train on‑site property teams on building systems, maintenance workflows, safety protocols, and facility standards.
• Develop tools, checklists, SOPs, and documentation to ensure consistency across the portfolio.
• Provide clear post‑visit reports, action plans, timelines, and follow‑up expectations.
• Partner closely with Operations, Property Management, and Development teams to elevate issues requiring strategic or capital planning.

• 5+ years in student housing maintenance and turn experience required.
• Experience overseeing building handover, punch/warranty processes, and coordination with GC.
• Deep understanding of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, life‑safety systems, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret building plans, technical manuals, and vendor proposals.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel 60%‑80% of the time.