Director, Maintenance & Trades

Director, Maintenance & Trades

Columbia University is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Maintenance & Trades. Reporting to the Executive Director of Columbia Residential, you will be responsible for overseeing the post-award financial and compliance activities for a diverse portfolio of over 150 graduate and faculty residential buildings in Morningside Heights. This role is critical to maintaining the high standards and reliability of our residential services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead projects providing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) services to the Residential portfolio.
• Oversee vital MEP infrastructure, including HVAC systems, pumps, electrical systems, vertical transportation, fire systems, meters, and building automation systems.
• Manage trade shops’ work, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and masonry.
• Develop and monitor capital planning processes, ensuring projects meet quality and compliance standards.
• Control departmental operating expenses, conduct cost analysis, and implement auditing programs.
• Serve as the primary contact for building audits and walk-throughs with local government entities.
• Develop strategic partnerships with clients and maintain effective communication at all levels.
• Establish operational standards, assess performance, and collaborate with senior management to provide seamless services.
• Support other departments and activities, manage workload distribution, and coordinate preventative maintenance programs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of seven years of related experience, preferably with construction projects and contracts financial administration.
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC and mechanical systems, including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, heat pumps, Aqua-therm systems, and related equipment.

For a detailed job description and to apply, visit http://opportunities.columbia.edu/cw/en-us/job/545705?lApplicationSubSourceID=. The position requisition number is 545705.

Columbia University is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran and is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.