Maintenance Manager

Overview

Asset Maintenance Manager (Owner’s Representative) —

Location:

South Florida (Primary) with travel to Jacksonville
• Portfolio Size: 3 Multifamily Properties | ~300–500 Units
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Reports To:

Internal Corporate Leadership
• Property Management Model:
Third-Party Managed Assets

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Asset Maintenance Manager (Owner’s Representative) to oversee the physical operations, maintenance performance, and repair execution of a small multifamily portfolio across South Florida and Jacksonville. This role is responsible for managing and holding third-party property management teams accountable for maintaining the assets in accordance with ownership standards, approved budgets, and long-term upkeep requirements. This position is not focused on leasing, rent strategy, or revenue management — the emphasis is entirely on:

• Maintenance oversight
• Repair execution
• Vendor management
• Property condition standards
• Budget compliance

The ideal candidate brings a combination of hands-on maintenance knowledge, construction or building systems familiarity, and strong budget/vendor management skills.

• Third-Party Property Management Oversight
  • Oversee national third-party property management firms responsible for day-to-day site operations
  • Ensure maintenance teams are operating efficiently, effectively, and in alignment with ownership expectations
  • Conduct regular property inspections and site visits to confirm physical condition and curb appeal
• Maintenance & Repair Budget Management
  • Review annual maintenance and repair budgets prepared by property management teams
  • Monitor ongoing spend versus budget and ensure accountability to approved financial plans
  • Support budget development for repairs, replacements, and preventive maintenance initiatives
• Vendor & Proposal Management
  • Review repair proposals, bid packages, and third-party vendor scopes of work
  • Approve and release property management teams to procure outside services when needed
  • Oversee vendor performance, timelines, and quality of completed work
• Asset Upkeep & Building Systems Knowledge
  • Ensure building systems, common areas, and unit turns are maintained to standard
  • Provide technical insight into repair needs, capital improvements, and maintenance priorities
  • Identify deferred maintenance risks and recommend corrective action plans
• Reporting & Owner Communication
  • Serve as the internal point person for all physical asset maintenance performance
  • Provide regular updates to corporate leadership on property condition, vendor activity, and repair status
  • Track maintenance KPIs, capital projects, and budget adherence using Excel and reporting tools

• 5+ years of experience in multifamily maintenance management, facilities oversight, or property operations
• Experience managing third-party property management firms or vendor networks strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of building systems, repair processes, and capital improvement work
• Budgeting and financial tracking experience (Excel proficiency required)
• Ability to evaluate scopes, proposals, and contractor performance with confidence
• Multifamily construction or renovation experience is a plus
• Willingness to travel regularly between South Florida and Jacksonville

• Owner’s mindset: protects asset condition and long-term value
• Strong accountability and follow-through with third-party partners
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a lean corporate structure
• Capable of making informed decisions on maintenance, repairs, and vendor execution

For a role overseeing ~300–500 units across multiple properties in Florida, typical salary range is: $90,000 – $120,000 base. Possible bonus depending on portfolio performance and company structure.