Vice President, Facilities

Job Description

Job Description

Our SelectLeaders client is hiring a Vice President of Facilities to lead facilities strategy and operations across our national student housing portfolio. You will provide executive oversight of maintenance programs, capital planning, and facilities standards to ensure the safety, reliability, and long-term performance of our communities. You will partner with senior leadership and property operations teams to lead consistency and excellence across the portfolio.

 

You will report to the Chief Operating Officer.

 

This is a hybrid role based in our Fulton Market office in Chicago, IL, with in-office work required Monday through Thursday and remote work on Fridays. Occasional travel of up to 50% required.  

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership over facilities operations across Article's national portfolio, ensuring safe and reliable communities.
• Set and accomplish preventative maintenance, facilities standards, and long-term asset strategies to support portfolio performance and resident experience.
• Be a subject matter expert on complex building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, safety regulations, environmental standards, and internal policies.
• Partner with senior leadership and teams to align facilities programs with asset business plans, capital projects, and our goals.
• Manage facilities operating budgets, driving cost efficiency and disciplined resource allocation.
• Build the facilities organization, including regional and national teams, while managing vendor relationships and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of facilities management experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role in multi-family or commercial real estate.
• Track record leading teams, collaborating with senior executives, and managing vendor relationships.
• Financial knowledge with experience managing large budgets and driving operational efficiency.
• Expertise in building systems, construction, maintenance operations, and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Proficiency in MS Office (advanced Excel), Procore, and project management platforms; willing to travel up to 50%.

Health (PPO or HSA), dental, and vision

Flexible PTO

13 paid holidays

401K – 100% match up to 5%

Annual review and bonus program

Paid parental leave

Pay on demand

 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.