Construction Execution Project Manager

About the role

The Construction Execution Project Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of capital improvements and renovation programs within Essex, particularly preservation and maintenance of assets, in accordance with policies and procedures defined by the company.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and supervise all vendors or outside contractors to ensure the quality of work and completion of the work before payments are made.
• Monitor compliance with contract agreements, city codes, permits and the monitoring and resolution of liability exposure.
• Provide first-line information, documentation and training regarding any property-specific special needs (asbestos, remediation plan, deficient plumbing systems, roofs, etc.).
• Obtain and maintain all records for any assigned projects, accurate tracking of expenses, both cost and capital (acquisition capital), and completion of the weekly and monthly reports.
• Obtain approval as needed for all capital improvements as needed in accordance with the Essex Capital Improvements Policies and Procedures and the specific Limits of Authority.
• Ensure any major tools purchased by the company must be placed on the property inventory sheet or company inventory sheet.
• Help provide guidance to the Lead Maintenance Supervisors and Property Managers to make the most efficient use of available resources in order to ensure the utmost performance cost savings and safety for each property.
• Proactively identify liability hazards, monitoring or remediation programs, the safety of the property and safe work practices of property staff.
• Schedule vendors and contractors and for tracking 100% of all work completion and quality. Timely and accurate preparation of the maintenance request and the weekly and monthly administrative reports.
• Create and implement a regional specific preventive maintenance program annually to preserve the asset in accordance with owner’s objectives.
• Effectively communicate in writing anticipated capital needs and maintenance requirements for the operating budget.
• Ensure that all vendors used on the property are properly licensed in the appropriate license classification, local business license, insured in accordance with the minimum requirements of the Essex Capital Improvement Policies and Procedures, approved and that all projects must have prior approval in accordance with the Capital & Maintenance Policies and Procedures Limits of Authority and meet all requirements of the property and company.
• Appraise damage, determine the ability of the in-house crew to remedy the problem, and/or the need to hire an outside contractor.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in multi-family construction project management.
• Must be able to supervise and monitor projects to ensure quality.
• Must be proficient in general maintenance including: plumbing, electricity, painting, drywall, floor coverings, carpentry, locks, appliances, pools & spas, roof, city codes and life safety equipment.
• Minimum of three certificates from related institutes reflecting completion of maintenance related courses, such as BOMA, IREM, local community colleges and/or vocational programs, or four or more years inter-company experience.
• Basic computer knowledge is required with the ability to work effectively with Excel and MS Word programs; contract document draft including RFP’s, Scopes of Work, Specifications.
• Contracts, basic written and skilled oral communication is required.
• Knowledge of cost-benefit analysis required.
• Must be prepared to participate in budget process.
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the job.
• Must carry a cellular/iPhone and be available for on-call services twenty-four hours.
• Able to function effectively in a customer service environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in multi-family construction project management.
• Proficient in general maintenance including: plumbing, electricity, painting, drywall, floor coverings, carpentry, locks, appliances, pools & spas, roof, city codes and life safety equipment.
• Three certificates from related institutes reflecting completion of maintenance related courses, such as BOMA, IREM, local community colleges and/or vocational programs, or four or more years inter-company experience.
• Basic computer knowledge with the ability to work effectively with Excel and MS Word programs; contract document draft including RFP’s, Scopes of Work, Specifications.
• Contracts, basic written and skilled oral communication.
• Knowledge of cost-benefit analysis.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job.
• Ability to function effectively in a customer service environment.

Skills

• Supervision and monitoring of projects to ensure quality.
• General maintenance including: plumbing, electricity, painting, drywall, floor coverings, carpentry, locks, appliances, pools & spas, roof, city codes and life safety equipment.
• Cost-benefit analysis.
• Communication skills.
• Physical requirements.
• Customer service environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Experience career growth.
• Eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more.
• 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days.
• Housing discount of 20%.
• Purpose-driven company with promotion of an internal culture of growth and opportunity.

Pay

• Final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience; internal equity; and other business and organizational needs.
• This role is also eligible to participate in Essex’s discretionary Annual Bonus program that is commensurate with the level of the position.

Schedule

• Work is primarily conducted in an office setting and onsite with physical inspections of turns and asset quality that require a moderate amount of walking and stair use.
• Requires sitting at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
• Involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
• Requires the ability to work Monday through Friday.
• Requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Minimal physical effort in the day-to-day tasks.
• Frequent travel to various locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on-site work.