Facilities Manager

The Organization:
New 42 catalyzes the power of performing arts to spark new perspectives, incubate new works, and create new opportunities for us all. Through the nonprofit’s signature projects — New Victory Theater (New York City’s premier theater for kids and families) and New 42 Studios (“Broadway’s secret laboratory”) — New 42 makes extraordinary performing arts a vital part of everyone’s life, from the earliest years onward..

We believe representation matters both on the stage and behind the scenes, and seek employees who feel the same. We also know that creative people often come with non-traditional resumes and experience; if you believe you’d be a great fit here, please don’t count yourself out—we want to hear from you! Read more below on how to apply.. . The Position.

New 42 seeks a full-time Facilities Manager to oversee the cleaning, maintenance, and repair, and other janitorial services at the Studios Building and New Victory Theater. This role will involve hands-on management and strategic oversight of the facilities team to maintain a safe, clean, and functional work environment. The position will also manage budget tracking, including coding, PO processing, and quarter and year-end reconciliation—as well as all work agreements, building contracts, renewals, and insurance requirements..

Manage building operations (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, elevators, and fire/life-safety systems).. The Facilities Manager must be willing to work a flexible schedule, primarily evenings and weekends, and will be required to participate in on-call duties to respond to emergencies as the organization runs a 7-day operation.. . Primary Duties and Responsibilities.

- Develop and implement a cleaning and preventative maintenance plan for buildings to ensure buildings are well-maintained and operating effectively and efficiently in compliance with applicable building codes and governmental regulations, as well as organizational policies..

- Manage a facilities team consisting of superintendents, handypersons, and cleaning staff who are members of the union, 32BJ..

- Create and monitor weekly facilities staff schedules and assignments based on the buildings' operational needs..

- Conduct routine building inspections to review staff performance and ensure building standards are met, as well as identify areas in need of repair, maintenance, or noncompliance..

- Operate, monitor, and maintain building systems to ensure they operate correctly, optimally, and efficiently; such systems include, but are not limited to, HVAC, Building Management System (BMS), plumbing, electrical, elevator, and fire/life safety systems..

- Respond to building and facility operation issues; diagnose problem(s) and effectively coordinate resolution of issues and coordinate timely repairs with in-house or contractors if necessary..

- Oversee maintenance contracts, proposals, and service level agreements and associated work by contractors or vendors in conjunction with the Director of Facilities..

- Utilize and manage the work order/facility management system and ensure orders are addressed in a timely manner..

- Develop and manage facility-related budgets, including tracking and processing of invoices and weekly payroll..

- Oversee facilities maintenance, supply purchasing, and ordering.

- Lead facility (non-capital) projects.

- Participate in identifying long-range maintenance programs, capital projects, and purchases as part of an annual budgeting process..

- Maintain an EAP/FLSD Director license for the New 42nd Street Studios and perform relevant duties as required..

- Additional duties as assigned..

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Qualifications:

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- 5 years of supervisory responsibility in building operations/facility management (preferably in performing arts facilities).

- Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

- Managerial/supervisory experience with union staff (preferred).

- Solid understanding of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.

- Knowledge of building regulations and codes, such as DOB, DEP, FDNY, and OSHA.

- Experience with using facilities management and building management systems.

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