Pittsburgh, PA
Salary Estimate: $75,000.00 - $99,999.00
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Place: Office
Experience Required: 7+ to 10 years
Education Required: Some College
Benefits
Job Description
The Buncher Company, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a recognized leader in all phases of real estate development, including site acquisitions, construction, lease, and property management. The Buncher Company provides innovative solutions to clients to adapt to the ever-changing real estate environment. Start-ups, established mid-sized firms, and Fortune 500 companies have all benefited from the value-added customer service with which we have become synonymous.
Position Summary
The Buncher Company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to provide administrative and operational leadership for maintenance services across a diverse portfolio of commercial properties (office, retail, and industrial). This role is primarily office-based and focuses on planning, coordination, vendor and contract management, compliance oversight, budgeting, and performance monitoring.
The Maintenance Manager leads through field-based Maintenance Team Leads, partners closely with Property Management, and plays a key role in protecting asset value, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering consistent, high-quality service to tenants.
- Own and continuously refine the maintenance operating model across the portfolio, ensuring consistent standards and practices.
- Develop, implement, and oversee preventative maintenance programs for building systems including HVAC/controls, electrical, plumbing, life safety, elevators, and related infrastructure.
- Oversee work order governance, including intake standards, prioritization, escalation protocols, and service level expectations.
- Lead vendor sourcing, onboarding, contract negotiation, and performance management.
- Review and approve vendor proposals and invoices, ensuring work aligns with scope, quality, and budget expectations.
- Ensure vendors meet insurance, safety, and compliance requirements.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability for Maintenance Team Leads and indirectly support field staff.
- Partner closely with Property Managers and internal stakeholders to align maintenance priorities, service delivery, and tenant satisfaction.
- Serve as a key point of coordination for maintenance-related escalations.
- Lead maintenance budgeting and forecasting in partnership with Property Management.
- Track spending, analyze variances, and implement cost-control strategies.
- Establish and monitor KPIs (e.g., PM completion, work order aging, downtime, vendor performance) and use data to drive improvements.
- Ensure compliance with building codes, OSHA standards, fire/life safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
- Coordinate inspections and safety drills and track corrective actions.
- Provide strategic input on asset condition, operational risks, and long-term capital needs.
- Support planning and execution of capital improvements and building upgrades with Property Management, Asset Management, and external consultants.
Education and Experience
- Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will be considered.
- 7–10 years of experience in commercial property maintenance, facilities management, or related operations.
- Prior experience managing or leading maintenance or facilities personnel.
- Experience supporting multiple properties or a regional portfolio preferred.
- Experience managing vendors, service contracts, preventative maintenance programs, and work order systems (Prism/Building Engines preferred).
- Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
- Strong knowledge of commercial building systems and maintenance best practices.
- Proven ability to lead through others and drive consistent execution across multiple sites.
- Strong vendor management, budgeting, and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong follow-through.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and company-selected technology platforms.
- Primarily office-based at 1251 Waterfront Place (Strip District) with periodic travel to local/regional properties.
- Coordinate and participate in on-call rotation and after-hours emergency response.
- Occasional exposure to mechanical spaces, rooftops, and outdoor environments.
- Limited lifting (generally under 25 lbs.); this is not a hands-on maintenance role.
When you work at The Buncher Company, you are encouraged to reach your full potential. We promote a supportive work environment where employees can continue to develop both personally and professionally.
We offer a highly competitive wage and benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid time off and holidays
The Buncher Company
• 1-100 employees
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