Building Manager

Knott Realty owns and manages 6 buildings in a government-occupied complex located in Laurel, Maryland – the Emerson Complex. Each building is currently managed by a 2-person Building Manager team reporting to a Property Manager who oversees the entire complex. Currently, each 2-person Building Manager team works from 6:00 am to 3:30 pm. However, the facility’s coverage will be transitioning to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week requirement. In that regard, we need to hire two people for each of these positions:

1. Second Shift (approximate hours of 2:00 pm to midnight) – employee will work 8 consecutive 10-hour days and be off for 6 consecutive days,

2. Third Shift (approximate hours of 8 pm to 6 am) – likewise, this employee will work 8 consecutive 10-hour days and be off for 6 consecutive days.

Building Managers act as chief engineers for these high security buildings serving high security clients. The team is responsible for all day-to-day operations and the oversite of all subcontractors in order to provide best in class service to ensure the government customer’s mission requirements are satisfied with no disruptions.

Essential Job Functions Of The 2nd and 3rd Shift Positions:

• The primary function of the 2nd and 3rd shift positions is to provide a physical on-site presence to respond to service requests, power failures, system failures, etc. with an immediate response.
• The employee will investigate and resolve service requests or will contact the appropriate contractor (HVAC, electrical, fire system, emergency generator) to respond.
• The employee will be responsible for keeping the Building Manager appraised of any issues and any resolution of those issues.

Further Job Functions Of The Building Managers And the Entire Management Team:

• Direct the overall planning, development, and administration of the facilities O&M program, including subcontractor coordination and supervision.
• Manage and monitor building preventive maintenance operations and repairs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and contractors for repair, replacement, and preventive maintenance work, including procurement of proposals, contractor selection, as well as quality and cost control.
• Serve as primary point of contact for government facilities manager.
• Responsible for the management and delivery of documentation requirements, including daily reporting, weekly progress meetings, and elements outlined in the contract requirements.
• Administer or assist in the administration of new construction, remodeling, and maintenance repair projects at the site, including development of proposals that address the scope of work, trades and subcontractors within the project.
• Maintain best practices, commission new equipment, collect, measure and analyze data in support of the facility.
• Provide budget support, maintain cost controls, plan capital projects.
• Oversee contracts for all service work and maintenance.
• Complete projects according to government-specified standards and timeframes.
• Provide support for construction project by soliciting bids, supervising work, providing escorts, completing punchlists, etc.
• Work overtime as required by maintenance and construction events, including periodic weekend days.
• Maintain a clean, safe and well-organized site.
• Foster a safe work environment.
• Assure the highest level of customer service at the facility. Maintain a clean, safe and well-organized site.
• Foster a safe work environment.
• Assure the highest level of customer service at the facility.

Work Experience Requirements:

• 5 years experience in a highly technical environment, e.g. secure data center, R&D facility.
• Experience in direct supervision of subcontractors and oversite of maintenance service contracts.
• Experience in handling multiple complex projects in addition to the day-to-day routine.

Education/Personal Requirement and Skills

• Must have an active security clearance (TSSCI). Specifics can be discussed in a phone call rather than in writing.
• Master license or equivalent work experience in electrical, mechanical or a related discipline preferred.
• Strong basic knowledge of building systems to include electrical, HVAC, specialty HVAC systems, chillers, sprinkler systems, fire alarms, security, UPS.
• Strong communication and team skills.
• Self-starter who can operate with minimum day to day supervision.
• Excellent computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office, building management systems, and other management maintenance systems.

Pay: From $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person