Maintenance Manager
Location
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Job Description — Asset Maintenance
Manager (Owner’s Representative)
Location: South Florida (Primary) with travel to Jacksonville
Portfolio Size: 3 Multifamily Properties ~300–500 Units
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.
Key Responsibilities
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
Qualifications
● 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
Key Traits for Success
● 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
Compensation (Market Guidance)
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.
Manager (Owner’s Representative)
Location: South Florida (Primary) with travel to Jacksonville
Portfolio Size: 3 Multifamily Properties ~300–500 Units
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.
Key Responsibilities
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
Qualifications
● 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
Key Traits for Success
● 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
Compensation (Market Guidance)
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.