GEORGE LANDA

Regional Facilities Manager / Fire Safety Director
Related Management Company, LP – Los Angeles, CA
July 2018 – Present

• Oversee operations across the Los Angeles portfolio consisting of 20 properties, including two high-rise buildings in Downtown LA.
• Provide leadership and direction to 21 Maintenance Supervisors and Lead Technicians, supporting a team of approximately 35 maintenance technicians.
• Manage day-to-day maintenance operations, capital projects (CapEx), and compliance across multiple sites to ensure operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.
• Lead NSPIRE/REAC inspection preparation efforts, ensuring all properties meet federal, state, and local compliance standards.
• Recently expanded portfolio responsibilities following company acquisition of 78 additional buildings, including direct oversight of 8 properties totaling 120 units.
• Serve as Interim Regional Facilities Manager for Idaho, overseeing 6 properties and supporting site teams with operational guidance and inspection readiness.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs, budget oversight, and vendor management strategies across the portfolio.
• Coordinate with Regional Managers, Asset Managers, and site teams to drive performance, improve property conditions, and ensure resident satisfaction.
• Continue to serve as Fire Safety Director for high-rise properties, ensuring full compliance with fire and life safety regulations.

• Direct the maintenance and upkeep of two historical high-rise buildings with 605 units by assigning orders and projects to six technicians performing daily maintenance operations.
• Ensure the buildings are up to code and in compliance with safety regulations by implementing routine maintenance programs, maintaining supplies inventory, and managing the budget for the maintenance department.
• Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of two historical high-rise buildings with 605 units by supervising six technicians performing daily maintenance operations.
• Conduct regular fire safety inspections and drills to ensure building occupants and staff are familiar with the fire safety protocols and evacuation procedures.
• Establish contact with local fire departments and other emergency response agencies to ensure the facility follows all fire safety regulations and protocols.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fire safety plan for the facility, including evacuation procedures, fire prevention measures, and fire suppression equipment.
• Accomplish human resources objectives by supervising team members, communicating job expectations, and submitting the hours of the technicians to elevate employee productivity and retention.
• Accomplishment:
• Saved the company approximately $200,000 annually by utilizing in-house resources and supervising four employees to perform plumbing installations, thereby minimizing external contractor expenses and improving overall efficiency.
• Oversaw eight apartment buildings and ensured compliance with all city REAC inspections, maintaining a high standard of safety and livability for residents.
• Spearheaded annual safety drills and certification programs, ensuring that all staff members were properly trained and equipped to respond to emergencies and mitigate potential risks.
• Served as the primary point of contact for the fire department as the high-rise safety official, effectively managing all safety protocols and maintaining a close working relationship with local authorities.
• Rolled out and implemented a comprehensive set of cleaning and sanitizing protocols for multiple apartment buildings to prevent the spreading of infectious viruses.

• Partnered with the chief engineer and General Manager to schedule preventive maintenance programs, implement process improvements, and drive organizational efficiency.
• Maintained a high level of communication with the engineering team and hotel staff to complete work orders promptly and advocate customer service excellence.
• Create reports on the engineering team's performance and the status of preventive maintenance programs.
• Drove business operations by maintaining customer support hotlines, posting property vacancies online, and finalizing lease agreements while nurturing stakeholder relationships to drive business growth.

• Conducted onboard training and orientations for newly hired employees to seamlessly integrate them into the company and support their needs to become productive team members.
• Preserved ground safety by cleaning poolside, clearing debris, and performing landscaping tasks to achieve SLAs and promote customer satisfaction.
• Administered inspections on fire alarms/equipment to maintain functionality and enforce compliance with safety regulations.
• Performed building repairs by constructing drywalls, painting ceilings, replacing heating/air conditioning systems, and installing electrical fixtures to maintain the building in optimal condition and minimize potential hazards.
• Advocated customer service excellence by addressing concerns and resolving complaints to promote guest satisfaction.
• Maintained adequate inventory levels of various supplies/equipment by coordinating with vendors in advance for bulk orders.
• Cultivated positive vendor relationships to source high-quality materials at the lowest price and score additional perks.

• Renovated apartments and condominiums by performing repairs on plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems to ensure they met safety and building codes.
• Streamlined construction activities by executing concrete works for patios and completing carpentry works by installing hardwood floors and kitchen cabinets.
• Preserved construction equipment in optimal condition by aiding in conducting preventive maintenance, repairing engine failures, troubleshooting system malfunctions, and replacing components.

• Regularly sanitized gym equipment and performed routine checks to confirm that all machines were in optimal condition, according to company standards.
• Placed orders for necessary supplies and equipment to ensure the maintenance team had everything they needed to perform their duties effectively and efficiently.
• Operated a 30-foot lift to change lights and windows in high places, ensuring that all areas of the property were well lit and safe.
• Installed, repaired, and replaced heating/air systems to ensure proper heating/cooling and promote tenant satisfaction.