Regional Facilities Manager

Regional Facilities Manager – Affordable Housing | Rochester, NY

Lead the Strategy Behind Strong, Sustainable Communities

At Conifer Realty, being a Regional Facilities Manager means leading beyond one property; it's about driving consistency, safety, and excellence across an entire region of affordable housing communities. You'll partner with senior leadership to develop operational strategies, strengthen maintenance teams, and ensure every Conifer community meets the highest standards of quality, compliance, and care.

If you're a seasoned facilities leader who thrives on strategy, mentorship, and mission-driven impact, this is your opportunity to shape the future of affordable housing operations.

What You Bring as a Regional Facilities Manager

You combine technical expertise with leadership and vision. You bring:

• 8–10 years in property management, construction, or capital projects—preferably in multifamily housing.
• 5+ years leading multi-site or regional maintenance and facilities teams.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Experience managing RFPs, vendor contracts, and capital improvement projects
• Familiarity with HUD, REAC, NSPIRE, and LIHTC inspection and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, and CMMS platforms.
• Skill in developing and managing budgets, tracking KPIs, and optimizing costs.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; OSHA 30-Hour, IFMA/BOMA, or similar certifications a plus.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for regional travel.

How You'll Make an Impact

Every day, you'll ensure our communities operate smoothly and safely:

• Champion operational excellence – oversee daily maintenance operations across multiple affordable housing communities.
• Drive compliance – ensure readiness for HUD, NSPIRE, REAC, and LIHTC inspections.
• Lead and mentor – support site maintenance and area facilities teams through training, coaching, and leadership development.
• Collaborate strategically – work with Property Management and Asset Management to align operations with budget, compliance, and capital goals.
• Enhance performance – track KPIs, preventive maintenance, and asset performance to ensure continuous improvement.
• Promote safety – champion OSHA standards and ensure a consistent safety culture across all maintenance operations.
• Innovate and improve – identify technologies and best practices that drive efficiency, sustainability, and asset longevity.

Why Conifer?

• Competitive pay & annual salary reviews
• 13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two volunteer days + 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts
• Retirement plans with company match
• Incentive-driven wellness program – earn quarterly HSA contributions
• Company-paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance
• Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities
• A culture built on mission, belonging, and community impact

About Conifer Realty

For 50 years, Conifer Realty has developed, owned, and managed nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Our 500-member team shares one mission: to create affordable, thriving, and sustainable communities where people feel they belong.

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.