Director of Engineering & Operations - actionlife

Who We Are

With a legacy spanning four decades, Action Property Management has become the premier choice for homeowner’s association management. Founded in 1984, Action began with a single client and a vision to elevate ethical and professional standards in the HOA industry. Our unwavering commitment to integrity and professionalism, coupled with our core values of excellence, innovation, and care for people, continues to define us.  Today, as the largest privately owned HOA management company in the West, we proudly serve over 300 communities across 9 offices. Our success is fueled by a team of nearly 900 dedicated team members who genuinely love what they do and are dedicated to helping homeowners thrive and love where they live.

Job Summary

The Director of Engineering & Operations is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and performance of the Association’s physical plant, building systems, and operational services. This role oversees day-to-day building operations, long-term asset management, preventive maintenance programs, vendor and staff performance, regulatory compliance, and capital or operational projects.

This position combines hands-on engineering oversight with strategic operational leadership to ensure safe, efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality building operations while supporting residents, staff, Management, and the Board of Directors.

Compensation: up to $150,000 depending upon experience

Ideal Candidate MUST HAVE: HOA High Rise Experience, Capital Improvement Project experience, Construction, Vendor Management, Leadership and Budgeting Experience.

Key Responsibilities

Building Engineering & Physical Plant Oversight (20%)

• Oversee the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire/life safety, security, elevators, water circulation, gas distribution, and building automation/control systems.
• Monitor, maintain, repair, and optimize all common area equipment and systems and Association-maintained in-unit components.
• Plan, implement, and recommend system upgrades, repairs, and capital improvements in coordination with the General Manager and Board.
• Modify, optimize, and manage building control software to ensure energy efficiency and system performance.
• Ensure seasonal HVAC calibration and energy-efficient operations.

Preventative Maintenance & Asset Management (20%)

• Develop, implement, and oversee the preventive maintenance program across all Association assets using BuildingLink and Limble.
• Maintain accurate equipment inventories, maintenance records, and documentation.
• Oversee development and execution of the Annual Maintenance Calendar and ensure reserve study component accuracy, condition assessments, and repair schedules.
• Conduct regular inspections of all common areas and ensure