Superintendent wanted for luxury community in Brooklyn

Superintendent - large condominium community in Brooklyn, NY (1,000 units / 16 buildings)
Employment type: full-time, on-site
Required experience: minimum 15 years in a large coop/condo environment in NYC

About the property

Premier luxury residential community of 1,000 units spanning 21 acres, consisting of 16 buildings, three pools, a full gym, a community room, private beach access, a public park, and a playground. This is a large, complex campus employing union staff, requiring an experienced, hands-on, organized operational leader.

Position summary

The Superintendent is responsible for daily physical operations, maintenance, repairs, and supervision of staff across the campus. This is not a corporate "suit" position - it is a role requiring deep technical knowledge and strong people management skills. The Superintendent will oversee all building systems, grounds, amenities, and maintenance operations, working closely with management, board members, residents, and union staff.

Key responsibilities

Operational and technical

• Overseeing daily building operations in 16 buildings and on 21 acres
• Performing and supervising repairs in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and general maintenance
• Ensuring proper operation and compliance of boilers, pumps, pools, fire suppression systems, elevators, and mechanical equipment
• Conducting routine inspections of buildings, roofs, mechanical rooms, grounds, and amenities
• Managing seasonal operations, including snow removal, pool operations, beach access, and grounds maintenance

Staff management and leadership

• Supervising a large, diverse union workforce (porters, foreman, assistant superintendent, grounds and pool staff)
• Training, coaching, and evaluating employee performance
• Maintaining a positive, accountable work culture focused on safety
• Coordinating schedules, tasks, and emergency coverage

Resident and management interaction

• Maintaining professional, responsive communication with residents
• Collaborating with management and the board on capital projects, repairs, and long-term planning
• Attending board meetings as needed

Emergency response

• Serving as the primary on-site responder for floods, power outages, fire alarms, storms, and other urgent situations
• Must be available on-call 24/7
• Stabilizing emergency conditions before contractors or additional staff arrive

Requirements

• Minimum 15 years of experience as a superintendent or property manager in a large shared or condominium in NYC
• Documented experience managing large, unionized maintenance teams
• Strong technical skills across all building trades
• Deep knowledge of NYC building codes, FDNY requirements, DoB regulations, and HPD compliance
• Required FDNY certifications: S12, S13, P95, and P99
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, make decisions under pressure, and effectively prioritize

Written exam requirements

All candidates must complete a written exam. Applications with a score below 85% will not be considered.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in campus environments with multiple buildings (10+ buildings)
• Experience coordinating capital projects and overseeing vendors
• Strong computer proficiency in work orders, reporting, and compliance tracking

Salary and benefits

• Salary: $130,000-150,000 depending on experience
• Housing: two-bedroom apartment included, with paid utilities
• Full benefits package - union position UCTIE-621.

Send CV to: phil.partyka@fsresidential.com

Phone number: 929-674-2998