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Chicago Housing Authority · 3 hours ago

Director, Building Operations

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$115K/yr - $120K/yr

10+ years exp

The Chicago Housing Authority is seeking a Director of Building Operations to oversee the management of critical building systems and establish best management practices. This role will involve supervising staff and vendors, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and enhancing energy management across CHA properties.

Real Estate

Responsibilities

Develop policies and procedures for implementation by Professional Property Managers and site building engineers, such as work order and fixed asset documentation for reporting within CHA system of records

Establish and execute strategic direction for the Building Operations team in alignment with CHA goals

Manage partnerships that provide outside funding for energy efficiency projects in alignment with the CHA’s Capital Improvement Program

Provide oversight for CHA' s energy consumption and utility management

Direct improvements to CHA's energy consumption monitoring systems

Collaborate with the environmental, health and safety program for compliance with applicable HUD, State and local regulations

Maintain current working knowledge of emerging technology for mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems

Participate in reviews of CHA plans for existing and new housing developments to ensure maximum efficiency and ease / ability to maintain new or improved system components is incorporated into design and construction plans

Manage and ensure compliance with new and existing Energy Performance Contracts

Oversee the management of multiple contracts with vendors; inclusive of routine and preventative maintenance and repair service providers, critical building system consultants, as well as material and supply distributors and MEP contractors

Facilitate meetings as part of interdisciplinary capital and maintenance improvement program implementation teams

Foster a collaborative teamwork environment. Promote energy and enthusiasm. Maximize productivity. Motivate employees with recognition and career growth opportunities

Oversee and manage the functions, short and long-term goals, standards and performance of subordinate staff

Respond to emergencies and conduct on-going inspections of CHA buildings

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Facilities ManagementEngineering OperationsVendor ManagementProject ManagementLEED standardsHUD regulationsEnergy efficiencyVerbal skillsAnalytical skillsDesktop computer skillsWritten skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

A Bachelor's degree in Architecture I Design, Engineering, Environmental Policy, or a related field or the equivalent combination of skilled trades and related work experience

A minimum of ten plus years of related experience with emphasis on Facilities Management, Engineering Operations, Vendor Management, Project Management/Construction and Consulting

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Strong organizational and analytical skills

Strong desktop computer skills including Word, Excel, Power Point

Ability to work on multiple assessments

Applicant must be able to travel to CHA properties for operational oversight, construction assistance or emergency response

Must be available to respond to crisis twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week

Preferred

Knowledge of LEED standards

Knowledge of HUD regulations

Benefits

Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package

Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO) Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance

Pet Insurance

Parking Transit

Prepaid Legal Services

Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan

Identity Theft Protection

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance

Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match

Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago

Hybrid work schedule (position specific) This position may be eligible for remote work following a successful completion of a 90-day probationary period according to CHA’s established policies and procedures.