Maintenance Project Manager - Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Project Manager – Pittsburgh, PA

Full-Time | $26–$34 per hour | Regional Property Portfolio

An established nonprofit housing organization is seeking an experienced Maintenance Project Manager to oversee building-maintenance projects and capital improvements across multiple residential communities in the greater Pittsburgh area.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who understands building systems, can coordinate contractors and projects, and is still comfortable stepping in to troubleshoot or complete maintenance work when needed.

Compensation and Schedule

• $26–$34 per hour, depending on directly related experience
• Full-time, hourly, nonexempt position
• Primarily daylight hours
• Frequent local travel among residential communities
• Must be able to respond to emergency calls within one hour when required

Position Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor maintenance and capital-improvement projects
• Manage project schedules, priorities, costs, materials, and completion timelines
• Obtain and evaluate contractor proposals
• Coordinate vendors and monitor contractor performance
• Inspect completed work for quality, safety, and contractual compliance
• Support preventive-maintenance planning across multiple properties
• Help ensure compliance with applicable safety standards and building codes
• Read and interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, and project specifications
• Maintain project documentation, reports, and work-order records
• Communicate project progress, delays, expenses, and concerns to leadership
• Provide technical guidance and indirect supervision to maintenance technicians
• Assist with advanced HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliance, and general building repairs
• Travel between communities during the same workday as operational needs require

Required Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• At least five years of building or property-maintenance experience
• At least two years of construction project-management experience
• Strong working knowledge of building systems and general maintenance practices
• Ability to safely operate common hand and power tools
• Ability to read architectural drawings and blueprints
• Basic computer skills, including email, Microsoft Outlook, online research, and electronic work-order systems
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable access to a registered and insured vehicle
• Ability to travel frequently throughout the greater Pittsburgh region
• Ability to perform the essential functions associated with Maintenance Technician I and II positions

Certifications and Training

• Relevant professional licenses and bonds are required where applicable
• EPA Section 608 certification is preferred at hire and must be obtained within one year if not already held
• HVAC certification is preferred
• Candidates without an HVAC certification must enroll in an approved program within six months and complete the program within three years
• OSHA certification must be obtained within six months of employment

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees have access to benefits that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Six paid holidays
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Early access to earned wages
• Employee discounts and voluntary insurance options

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate combines strong technical maintenance knowledge with organized project management. You should be comfortable managing contractors, monitoring multiple deadlines, communicating with different stakeholders, and stepping into the field when a property needs hands-on support.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include a physical, drug screening, background check, and driving-record verification.