Castle Group · 14 hours ago
Facilities Manager
US-FL-Lakewood Ranch
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expCastle Group is seeking a dedicated and experienced Facilities Manager to join their leadership team for a residential community in Lakewood Ranch. This senior-level role will oversee major and minor projects throughout the community and ensure high standards are upheld across departments while supporting the Property Manager in long-term planning and operational consistency.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Lead the execution of infrastructure, landscaping, and capital improvement projects
Identify maintenance issues proactively and ensure they are addressed promptly
Collaborate with vendors to secure competitive bids and manage project timelines
Supervise the Community Services Manager and Maintenance operations
Ensure projects align with community goals and budgetary expectations
Serve as a liaison with landscaping teams to ensure high-quality presentation and functionality
Track and maintain ongoing project schedules and status updates for reporting
Work closely with the General Manager to implement Board directives and long-term planning strategies
Support the enforcement of HOA policies and standards in collaboration with other departments
Maintain accurate documentation related to work orders, proposals, and contracts
Completes a daily walk-through of property to ensure an aesthetically pleasing environment with fully functioning equipment and amenities
Assists in securing bids and proposals and makes recommendations to the Property Manager as they relate to the building’s physical condition
Working knowledge of all tools and equipment, repair, and maintenance of that equipment, and requesting or reporting equipment issues to management
Monitors work performed by service, building repair and maintenance contractors, assessing issues and handling escalations, offering recommendations for resolution to management
Responsible for stocking, ordering, and organizing an inventory of parts, supplies, and materials, while complying with the budgetary constraints dictated by the Association’s Operating Budget and following established purchasing procedures
Responsible for receiving and verifying items received with maintenance deliveries
Maintains a safe work environment by properly training staff in safety procedures, as established by OSHA and Castle Group, and by ensuring staff has proper PPE’s, equipment/supplies to perform their job
Works with the Property Manager to create and execute the Hurricane Preparedness Plan for the property and delegate tasks to team, as needed
Provides inspection reports, checklists, pool log and other maintenance reports to Property Manager detailing property condition, safety issues, project updates and any other requested information
Using the established guidelines, assists in the preparation and implementation of a preventative maintenance program for the building and/or community, documenting procedures and processes followed
Executes the maintenance work schedule provided by the Property Manager
Responds to emergencies in the building and/or community as needed and is on-call 24/7. Maintains thorough knowledge and understanding of the emergency equipment and procedures and communicates to the Property Manager the status and outcome of any emergency
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency required
4+ years as a Maintenance supervisor or similar position
Basic knowledge of relevant regulations and codes governing maintenance activities such as safety, environmental and building codes
Prior experience managing and leading a team
Driver's license required
Ability to lift 50lbs following appropriate safety procedures
Able to work under pressure, maintain composure and utilize good judgement during emergency/difficult and stressful situations
Ability to work in an upright standing position for long periods of time
Ability to crawl in small and tight spaces
Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g. heat, cold, wind, rain)
Ability to walk and climb stairs
Ability to stoop and bend
Extensive use of fingers for typing and visual use of the computer monitor
Ability to handle, grasp, feel objects and equipment
Ability to reach with hands and arms
Ability to quickly and easily navigate property/buildings are required to meet the job functions
Ability to repeat various motions with wrists, hands and fingers
Ability to detect auditory and/or visual emergency alarms
Ability to climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (12-16 ft.)
Ability to hear, understand and respond appropriately to verbal requests made in person and over the telephone
Visual ability correctable to 20/20
Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone
Ability to work extended hours and weekends if needed
Preferred
HVAC, CPO and/or OSHA certification or other certifications preferred
Advanced associate or bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, public administration, architecture, environmental science, or a related field is not required but would be a plus
CAM license preferred or willingness to obtain
Experience in HOA operations, project management, or a related field is valuable
Familiarity with HOA governing documents and Florida Statutes (Chapter 720) is preferred
Company
Castle Group
Castle Group is a real estate firm providing property selling, buying and investment services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Craig Vaughan
President
Robert Donnelly
Founding Partner
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2025-09-04
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