The preservation manager, Cogswell’s Grant and Coolidge Point, is a key staff member responsible for overseeing preservation, maintenance and capital improvements of structures and landscapes at those two properties, in Essex and Manchester, Massachusetts. Historic New England is a leader in establishing preservation philosophy, standards and methods, and continues to provide models of historic preservation for preservation professionals, organizations, and the public. The preservation manager is the keeper of the Historic New England philosophy as it is applied to the preservation and maintenance of the sites under his/her management and follows the standards for care established by the property care team. The preservation manager will establish and sustain a thorough understanding of each historic resource, will develop budgets and work plans, and then contract out needed preservation, capital improvements, or maintenance work; will document all phases of work in an appropriate manner; and will demonstrate in all actions a commitment to long-term preservation and excellent maintenance of Historic New England historic resources. The preservation manager is responsible for coordinating work with other teams within Historic New England. This includes working closely with collections staff and the historic site managers who manage day-to-day operation of the properties. This employee responds to emergencies at the sites as required.
Responsibilities: Regularly survey properties to ensure a full understanding of property needs and issues, document existing conditions, and research preservation issues. Research the historic record of a site to understand the history of the resource and past repairs. Create project plans and write completion reports for all work undertaken at the sites; whether undertaken by Historic New England staff or outside contractors. Develop and maintain a list of preservation, capital improvement and maintenance needs for assigned properties and propose prioritized annual work plan of projects for assigned properties. Develop accurate budget estimates for preservation and maintenance work proposed for the sites. Work on grant proposals and funding requests as assigned. Create construction documents, coordinate the bidding process, select contractor(s); oversee and document repair and maintenance work; approve contractor work; approve and process contract payments. Monitor boundaries, neighbor relations, community issues and other factors that may affect the short or long-term preservation of the properties and surroundings. Coordinate all site activities with site managers and functions staff, and work affecting the interiors with the collections team to ensure exceptional customer service for visitors. Respond to emergencies at the sites. Perform or assist in building and landscape maintenance tasks as assigned.
Master’s degree in historic preservation, architecture, engineering, conservation or a related field and at least two years of experience; Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 4 years of job-related experience; or 6 years of job-related experience under the supervision of a preservation professional. Requires fully competent computer skills including skilled use of MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel spreadsheet functions, internet research, e-mail, and digital photography. Must be able to operate effectively in a team environment, where communication within and among the teams is essential to success. Ability to interact and communicate orally and in writing is essential. Requires problem solving skills and ability to effectively plan and implement work processes to complete tasks according to schedule. Ability to coordinate with neighbors and local officials diplomatically and with a high level of sensitivity to expectations and potential issues is essential. Requires a valid driver’s license and a means of transportation.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience with facility management, project management, HVAC, other mechanical systems and security equipment desirable. Use of minor tools and ability to perform minor maintenance a plus.
Please send resume and cover letter tojobs@historicnewengland.org.
Historic New England is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to supporting equality of opportunity and respect for diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity in employment to all qualified persons without regard to non-work-related factors such as race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, or sexual orientation.
Historic New England offers generous and comprehensive vacation, holiday, and health and wellness benefit packages.
July 29, 2016
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