Project Manager

Project Manager
December 29, 2022 Carolyn Granieri

About our client: Our client is well funded and high growth Chicago real estate startup offering property management solutions and exciting investment opportunities.  They are currently building out their Chicago office and offer fantastic office culture, full benefits, matching 401k, and more. This is a great opportunity to get in early and make an impact!

About the role: The Project Manager will directly be responsible for organizing, supervising, scheduling & planning of multiple real estate projects to maximize cost efficiency and motivate employees to complete each project assigned on time and under budget. He/she will provide technical expertise on site cost estimates, negotiate contracts and change orders, and establish project objectives. This is a tremendous opportunity to see a high volume of deal flow and be involved with a fast-growing company with a very entrepreneurial culture!

What you will do:

  • Collaborate with engineers, subcontractors and architects:
    • Oversee cost control to include monitoring the preparation of contract documents, budgets, scheduling, contracting and processing of invoices
    • Manage and monitor work of subcontractors; provides follow up to ensure completion of work and accurate, timely deliveries
    • Issue design criteria based upon tenant requirements, including copies of general conditions, supplementary general conditions, project requirements, etc
    • Monitor plan development and specifications for cost effectiveness
    • Ensure building code compliance
  • Reporting/Analysis:
    • Oversee and update the Appfolio database on the progress of each project
    • Work with head of Field Operations and Corporate to ensure portfolios are trending towards their set benchmarks
    • Report project progress and budget to client
  • The successful candidate will possess the following:
    • Minimum 2+ years related experience preferably in residential real estate investment environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
    • Strong project management skills, results-driven, with ability to manage multiple deadlines
    • Strong preference for Appfolio PM or comparable software experience
    • Excel proficiency and excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Ability to work with a team to accomplish large scale goals
    • Willingness to help develop/ improve operational processes
    • Must be comfortable speaking directly with owners and high-level management
    • A strong analytical thought process with sound judgement and a keen attention to detail
    • Self-Starter
    • Car required with valid driver’s license

Benefits You will be part of a dynamic team and have the privilege to work for a company that is building the infrastructure of the future. They offer a competitive compensation package, which includes: comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, matching 401k, generous PTO, happy hours, parties, and events to insert joy into the workflow, and most importantly, great people, growing market and a real opportunity for success.