Maintenance Program Manager

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Base: $61,735 - $69,452; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Not specified
Manage preventive and predictive maintenance
Oversee contracted building services
Negotiate and monitor contractor performance
The University of Arkansas is seeking a Maintenance Program Manager to oversee maintenance teams and coordinate external vendor services to ensure the safety and performance of campus facilities. The ideal candidate will have a background in facilities management or engineering, with a strong focus on leadership and project management skills

Job Summary

  • The Maintenance Program Manager ensures the safety, reliability, and performance of campus facilities by leading maintenance teams and managing and coordinating contractual work with external vendors and service providers.
  • Key responsibilities include overseeing contracted building service programs (e.g. fire protection, elevators, roofing, pest control), negotiating, monitoring, and evaluating contractor performance, improving maintenance tracking, and mentoring staff.
  • As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas is seeking a Maintenance Program Manager to oversee maintenance teams and coordinate external vendor services to ensure the safety and performance of campus facilities. The ideal candidate will have a background in facilities management or engineering, with a strong focus on leadership and project management skills.

Salary

Base: $61,735 - $69,452; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage preventive and predictive maintenance
  • Oversee contracted building services
  • Negotiate and monitor contractor performance
  • Improve maintenance tracking systems
  • Lead maintenance teams

Nice-to-have

  • Advance state and build better world
  • Foster welcoming climate and creativity
  • Promote healthy work-life balance

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, facilities management, or related field
  • At least four years of experience in facilities maintenance
  • Experience supervising teams
  • Experience coordinating contractors or vendor services

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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