Regional Maintenance Manager - Southeast Region

Join our team as a Regional Maintenance Manager in our Southeast Region! Are you a strategic maintenance leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and improving operations across multiple communities? Gorman & Company is looking for an experienced Regional Maintenance Manager to support our growing portfolio throughout the Southeast (GA, FL, AR, IN, IL). Based in the greater Atlanta area, you'll play a key role in developing maintenance teams, leading major capital projects, and establishing operational excellence across a rapidly expanding portfolio. What You’ll Do: Lead, coach, and support Area Maintenance Supervisors and on-site maintenance teams across a multi-state portfolio. Travel extensively (typically up to three weeks each month) throughout Florida, Georgia, Arkansas, Indiana, and Illinois to provide on-site leadership, training, inspections, and operational support. Partner with Property Managers to recruit, develop, and retain exceptional maintenance professionals while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration. Help establish maintenance operations for newly developed communities by creating maintenance procedures, building teams, and partnering with property leadership in a rapidly growing market. Lead large-scale capital improvement (CapEx) projects from planning through completion, including budgeting, bid walks, vendor selection, scheduling, and project oversight. Develop and oversee maintenance operating budgets while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and control costs. Conduct property, agency, warranty, and quality assurance inspections to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. Analyze maintenance performance, work order trends, and recurring issues to identify operational improvements across the portfolio. Oversee vendor relationships, negotiate service contracts, evaluate contractor performance, and ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Establish and standardize preventative maintenance programs and maintenance procedures across all communities. Respond to escalated maintenance issues and provide leadership during emergency situations when needed. Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, Fair Housing, and company safety standards while promoting a strong safety culture. Partner with Development and Construction teams during new community openings, milestone walks, and warranty periods to ensure successful property transitions. Lead regional maintenance meetings, technical training, and professional development for Area Maintenance Supervisors and maintenance teams. Build strong relationships with regional leadership, property teams, vendors, and internal partners to drive operational excellence and exceptional resident service. What You’ll Bring: 10+ years of multifamily maintenance leadership experience, including multi-site oversight. Experience supporting portfolios totaling 1,500+ apartment units. Demonstrated success leading large-scale capital improvement (CapEx) projects and managing maintenance budgets. Strong leadership, relationship-building, coaching, and team development skills. Experience helping establish maintenance operations for new developments or rapidly growing portfolios is highly preferred. Extensive knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, building systems, preventative maintenance, OSHA, EPA, and regulatory compliance. EPA Universal (or Type II) Certification and Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification required. Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, acceptable driving record, and the ability to drive extensively and travel overnight throughout the Southeast region. Why Work With Us at Gorman: Competitive salary of $120,000-$130,000 annually, based on experience. Discretionary bonus opportunities recognizing your performance and contributions. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage. 401(k) with a 6% company match to help you build your future. 18 days of paid time off plus 11.5 paid holidays to support work-life balance. Professional development opportunities to continue growing your leadership career. Lifestyle Spending Accounts that support your overall well-being. An opportunity to make a lasting impact by building maintenance teams and supporting affordable housing communities across a growing regional portfolio. We are an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gorman & Company