Superintendent - 32BJ

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Luxury Rental Building | Upper West Side, Manhattan, NYC
Seeking an experienced, hands-on Building Superintendent to oversee the daily operations, maintenance, and overall condition of a luxury multifamily rental building on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, proactive, and a service-oriented professional with extensive experience managing residential building operations, supervising staff and contractors, maintaining building systems, and ensuring an exceptional living experience for residents.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIESOversee day-to-day building operations and perform maintenance and repairs as needed.Manage and supervise a team of approximately 6 building employees, along with outside contractors and vendors.Inspect and monitor mechanical systems, the roof, building exterior, and common areas daily to ensure proper operation, safety, and upkeep.Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness throughout all common and public areas.Respond promptly to resident requests, resolve issues professionally, and ensure appropriate follow-up.Conduct daily inspections of capital improvement projects, repairs, renovations, and other ongoing work.Coordinate resident move-ins and move-outs, including apartment turnover and preparation.Ensure appropriate oversight of vendors, contractors, and workers entering the building.Coordinate with building management on staff recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, vacation and leave coverage, payroll, timesheets, performance management, disciplinary matters, and other employment-related issues.Maintain professional, courteous, and effective relationships with residents, guests, management, staff, and vendors.Order maintenance supplies and prepare monthly expense reports.Prioritize tasks, monitor outstanding items, and ensure timely completion of work orders and projects.Remain available to respond to after-hours emergencies, including nights and weekends, as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 5+ years of experience as a Building Superintendent in a multifamily residential building in New York City.Strong working knowledge of applicable NYC building codes, regulations, and local laws, including Local Laws 11, 87, 84, 97, and 152.Demonstrated experience supervising building staff, managing contractors, and coordinating vendors.Strong knowledge of building systems, general construction, renovations, repairs, and preventive maintenance.Excellent organizational, communication, leadership, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and remain calm and effective under pressure.Computer and email proficiency, including word processing, spreadsheets, and internet-based management portals.Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including lifting, walking, standing, and navigating stairs as needed.Flexibility to respond to emergencies outside regular working hours, including nights and weekends.Ability to provide multiple professional references from previous multifamily residential building positions.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITSLive-in accommodation: One-bedroom apartment within the building.Union benefits: 32BJ union benefits. xzbcwsv Annual bonus: Eligibility for an annual bonus.