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New York Athletic Club- Travers Island
Director of Maintenance & Construction
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A Maintenance Manager oversees maintenance of a residential or commercial building, manages maintenance staff and directs maintenance tasks.
$90,471 / year median in New York
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary The Director of Maintenance & Construction is responsible for the overall management, operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the New York Athletic Club's 33-acre Travers Island campus. This position provides strategic leadership for all building systems, grounds infrastructure, preventative maintenance programs, construction projects, capital improvements, regulatory compliance, and maintenance personnel. The Director will play a critical leadership role in the execution of the Club's Vision 2030 capital improvement program, coordinating contractors, consultants, and Club departments to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and with minimal disruption to members and operations. The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader with exceptional organizational skills, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to balance daily operational demands with long-term capital planning. Responsibilities Facilities Operations Direct all maintenance operations throughout the Travers Island campus, including: Clubhouse and Main House Athletic facilities Tennis House Field House Yacht Club Swimming pool complex Maintenance buildings Mechanical spaces Parking areas Roadways and site infrastructure Utilities and grounds support systems Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs for all building systems and equipment. Ensure reliable operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, irrigation, pool systems, generators, elevators, refrigeration, and building automation systems. Establish maintenance standards consistent with the expectations of a premier private club. Managing construction schedules Coordinating architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors Reviewing project progress and quality Monitoring budgets and change orders Coordinating inspections and permits Maintaining construction safety standards Minimizing operational impacts on members and staff Providing regular project updates to Club leadership Participate in planning and implementation of future campus improvements as part of the Club's long-term capital strategy. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or related field preferred. Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible facilities management experience. Minimum 5 years managing maintenance personnel. Demonstrated experience overseeing major renovation and construction projects. Strong knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and pool operations. Experience with preventative maintenance software (CMMS) preferred. Strong financial and budget management skills. Excellent communication and leadership abilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software. Private club, hospitality, university, resort, country club, healthcare, or institutional facilities experience is highly desirable.