Sr. Maintenance Manager (External)

Job Title: Senior Maintenance Manager (External)

Location: Austin, TX (On-Site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Residential Property Management

Position Summary

MCFA is partnering with a premier real estate corporation to identify a skilled Senior Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations at a new lease-up residential property in Austin, TX. This role is ideal for a strategic leader with deep technical expertise and a passion for team development, operational excellence, and resident satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Strategy: Partner with property management teams to optimize maintenance operations, enhance resident satisfaction, and support revenue goals.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor on-site maintenance staff, fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
• Maintenance Oversight: Manage all aspects of property maintenance including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance systems.
• Preventive Programs: Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to ensure long-term asset performance.
• Budget Management: Assist in creating and monitoring the maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Vendor Coordination: Oversee third-party vendor work, ensuring compliance with Organizational standards and local regulations.
• Safety & Compliance: Lead safety initiatives, conduct inspections, and ensure adherence to OSHA and company safety protocols.
• Turnover Management: Supervise apartment turnover processes and damage assessments for move-outs.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular inspections of buildings, grounds, and units to maintain high standards of functionality and appearance.
  
  

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in residential property maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role
• Strong knowledge of building systems and maintenance best practices
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams
• Experience managing budgets and vendor relationships
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• HVAC certification preferred; other technical certifications a plus
  
  

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee stock purchase plan
• 20% discount on apartment homes
• Recognition programs and career growth opportunities
  
  

About MCFA

MCFA is a trusted talent acquisition and advisory firm supporting real estate, infrastructure, and public sector clients nationwide. We specialize in helping our partners attract high-impact talent to achieve operational excellence and long-term growth.

mcfa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. mcfa does not discriminate against any applicant or employee with regard to hiring, tenure of employment, promotion, transfer, selection for training, or any other terms or conditions of employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or national origin, status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal law, or on any ground protected by state or local law in each area in which mcfa maintains facilities.

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