RXR is an innovative real estate investment manager, operator, developer, and place-maker committed to applying a customer and community-centered approach to acquiring, operating, and building properties and to providing services and products that create enduring value for all stakeholders. Headquartered in New York with a nationally-scaled platform, RXR is a 450+ person, vertically integrated investment manager with expertise in a wide array of value creation activities, including acquisitions, asset and portfolio management, property operations, development, construction, leasing, and technological innovation. RXR is an active investor in real estate credit, rental housing, commercial property, and property technology through value-added and opportunistic investment strategies.
The RXR platform manages 93 commercial real estate properties and investments with an aggregate gross asset value of approximately $18 billion, comprising approximately 30.5 million square feet of commercial properties, a multi-family residential portfolio of approximately 9,400 units under operation or development, and control of development rights for an additional approximately 3,000 multi-family and for sale units as of December 31, 2023. Gross asset value compiled by RXR in accordance with company fair value measurement policy and is comprised of capital invested by RXR and its partners, as well as leverage.
The Superintendent is responsible for planning, implementing and supervising all mechanical and electrical operations, maintenance, and energy management programs according to the managing agent's quality standards and property's operating objectives to maximize the value of the building. The Superintendent also formally supervises the building Handyman team, responsible for identifying training needs, tracking performance, coaching, and motivating direct reports.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform this job satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Set up maintenance and operational programs to ensure maximum life reliability and efficiency of all the property's mechanical and electrical systems which include, but are not limited to plumbing, electrical, HVAC and auxiliary equipment.Be knowledgeable regarding all physical aspects of the property including location of critical equipment.Maintain files of all base building and tenant blueprints, equipment, operating manuals, and warrantees.Ensure all mechanical, electrical and life safety permits are up to date. Coordinate required periodic testing of mechanical, electrical and life safety equipment which includes emergency generator, sprinkler/standpipe systems, water flow and pressure testing equipment. Ensure HVAC equipment use permits, Fire Department related certifications, etc. are up to date.Maintain accurate and detailed records related to tenant HVAC units and condenser water usage.Supervise the maintenance staff.Develop and train the maintenance staff to ensure they are proficient in their assigned responsibilities.Ensure general building maintenance is carried out by the maintenance staff for repair of restrooms, doors, ceiling, flooring, etc. Ensure integrity of building structure and tenant comfort.Interview, train, evaluate, and counsel maintenance staff on their performance.Develop and administer electrical maintenance programs and inspections.Order proper equipment and tools for the maintenance staff.Maintain inventory of equipment, tools, and supplies.Handle emergency situations and provide guidance as required.Prepare payroll time sheets, monitor overtime, and ensure efficiency of operation.Ensure emergency equipment is in good order through periodic testing and record keeping.Monitor building energy use using various platforms as determined by RXR Management, produce graphical reports, and set up programs to manage use of energy.Maintain documented current and historical preventive records on all mechanical and electrical equipment.Evaluate, recommend, and monitor work performed by mechanical, electrical, and carpentry contractors.Oversee tenant construction and ensure the building standards are being maintained. Participate in construction meetings and communicate building requirements as well as any issues discovered. Maintain proactive positions to evaluate work being performed and to communicate any defects as quickly as possible. Prepare formal punch lists at the end of projects and ensure compliance.Review blueprints for upcoming alterations and tenant construction projects in accordance with timeframe required in the lease agreements. Prepare written comments to issues noticed on submitted blueprints. Maintain log of blueprints received for review.Assist RXR Management with preparing annual budgets and explain variances between the approved budget and actual expenses.Purchase parts and supplies according to company policy and approved budget guidelines.Coordinate proper material waste disposal.Review on a regular basis and be prepared to follow all current emergencies procedures set forth by the managing agent and the assigned property.Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with tenants and contractors.Act as a team member with all employees of the management and building staffMaintain good tenant relations by establishing and implementing procedures for timely response to tenant and property work orders.Maintain highest professional standards in appearance and dress.Manage and schedule all projects that have been delegated to the maintenance technicians. Reviews accuracy and quality of work performed by technicians.Attend contractor meetings and provides technical support to contractors.ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Organized, able to work in an efficient manner and multi-task with ease.Meets deadlines and milestone dates.Is a motived self-starter requiring minimal supervision.Follows all City, State and Federal laws and codes.Determines time, place, and sequence of operations or action to be taken based on analysis of data; executes determinations and/or reports on events.Determines or interprets work procedures for staff, assigns specific duties to them, maintains harmonious relations among them, and promotes efficiency.Maintains calm demeanor in emergency situations.Applies principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.Reads manuals, safety rules, instructions in the use and maintenance of shop tools, equipment, methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout work.Assists with training engineering staff in all trades, building systems and equipment function and purpose.Writes reports using proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammarESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES
Able to visually inspect building.Able to walk up and down stairs for inspections and emergency procedure practice or implementation.Able to detect emergency alarms — audible and/or visual.EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 10 years' experience with at least 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience, administrative duties, and minor financial responsibilities and/or other related experience in a Class "A" office building.EDUCATION
High School DiplomaP-99 Low Pressure Boiler License (P-99)FDNY COF City Wide Standpipe (S-12)FDNY COF City Wide Sprinkler (S-13)EPA CFC Certification UniversalRefrigeration/Operator's License (Q-01) Preferred#RXRIndeed
RXR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
RXR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, RXR will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact 516-506-6847.
