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POSITION OVERVIEW
Cogir Senior Living is hiring an experienced Facility Manager to assume the Vice President of Facilities role with oversight of our portfolio of 65 retirement communities in 10 states. The VP of Facilities is responsible for planning and allocation of the capital, equipment, and operating budget to support current operations and long-term facility plans of our communities. They will ensure the reliability of all building mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety, plumbing, and waste management systems. Specific job functions include review and negotiation of contract terms and conditions for contractors on delivery of contracted services, as well as the establishment of building operations policies, procedures, and service standards to comply with all local laws and regulations. In this role, you may be responsible for additional facility-related functions like security, safety, maintenance, environmental, or administrative services. Our ideal candidate is well-versed in facilities management processes and exhibits high multitasking and organizational abilities.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
COGIR Management USA, headquartered in Sacramento, CA manages 65 senior living communities in 10 states, and we continue growing. We are proud to be a leader in the senior housing industry, providing an exceptional quality of care, amenities, and team culture, where our residents and team members thrive.
As part of a well-known name in Canadian real estate, COGIR Senior Living draws upon 20 years of residential and senior living management, as well as hospitality expertise. Founded in Montreal, Canada in 1995, our parent company COGIR Real Estate employs over 8,500 team members and manages over 365 buildings, including 120 retirement communities.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure all building facilities adhere to proper safety standards and cleaning procedures.
- Maintain equipment and building provisions to meet health and safety requirements.
- Organize and plan building installments and refurbishments.
- Supervise regional and local facilities staff and communicate with external contractors and vendors.
- Ensure routine maintenance inspections are conducted.
- Support maintenance and installment work as needed.
- Handle insurance remediation projects.
- Prepare and implement project budgets and timeframes.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- A minimum of 10 years of Facilities Management experience in a leadership role, in the senior housing, real estate, hospitality, or related industry, including national company, or multi-location role preferred.
- Advanced mechanical and well-rounded maintenance skillset, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, waste management, and other building systems.
- A certified Facility Manager (CFM) credential, or equivalent is preferred.
- Knowledge of TELS is required.
- Experience with Yardi is a plus.
- Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
- Strong negotiation skills and contract management experience.
- Basic understanding of accounting and finance principles, paired with experience in planning and maintaining facility budgets.
- Great leadership, along with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to motivate in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Exceptionally self-motivated, with keen attention to detail and proven problem-solving skills.
- Participates in strategic and operational governance processes of the business organization as a member of the senior management team.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to travel up to 2 weeks per month.
Apply today and become part of the Cogir Family!
