Facility Maintenance General Manager in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at Property Prep LLC

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven professional to lead and oversee all aspects of facility operations, maintenance, and building services across multiple scattered-site properties and client locations. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective maintenance operations while managing staff, vendors, budgets, and long-term maintenance planning.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facility maintenance, construction coordination, and client relations. Responsibilities include preparing estimates, meeting with clients, managing projects from start to completion, overseeing job costing, and identifying value engineering opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs while maintaining quality standards. This position requires strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects and properties simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Direct and manage all facility maintenance operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, grounds, and general building upkeep
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate maintenance supervisors, technicians, and support staff
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental standards, and company safety policies
• Prepare project estimates and proposals for maintenance and repair work
• Meet with clients to assess needs, provide updates, and maintain strong working relationships
• Manage projects from planning through completion, including scheduling, budgeting, and coordination of labor and materials
• Perform job costing analysis and monitor project profitability
• Identify and implement value engineering opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs
• Manage maintenance budgets, capital projects, inventory, and vendor contracts
• Coordinate emergency repairs and facility response procedures
• Monitor facility performance metrics and identify opportunities for operational improvement
• Oversee inspections, work orders, and maintenance management systems
• Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning and facility expansion initiatives
• Maintain excellent relationships with contractors, suppliers, and internal departments

Qualifications
• 5–10+ years of facility maintenance, construction, or operations leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of commercial or industrial building systems
• Proven experience managing teams and multiple facilities or projects
• Experience with estimating, project management, and client relations
• Experience with CMMS software and maintenance tracking systems preferred
• Strong budgeting, project management, and organizational skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• OSHA certification or related safety training preferred
• Strong understanding of maintenance operations, scheduling, and vendor coordination

Preferred Skills
• Experience with capital improvement projects
• Knowledge of energy management and sustainability practices
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments and handle emergency situations
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle provided
• Company cell phone provided
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off and holidays