A.J. Dwoskin is a leader in managing commercial and residential properties throughout the Northern Virginia region. We have over 28 properties with a mission to provide exceptional service to their residents, commercial tenants, and support the local communities. We operate with a long-term focus through consistent improvements, which extends to their employees. We offer an enjoyable, challenging atmosphere that emphasizes training and continued education with opportunities for personal growth and development.

This position is responsible for providing supervision and support of residential capital improvement projects, renovations, and residential maintenance. The Residential Project Manager (RPM) supervises vendors/contractors, while collaborating with the Maintenance Operations Manager and Maintenance Supervisors to ensure the owner’s projects and goals are executed per the approved budget and timeline. The Project Manager proactively seeks ways to increase efficiency, reduce costs and execute the renovation and capital improvement projects to reduce offline time and revenue loss.

Responsibilities

• Expertly navigate legal intricacies, comprehending Owner Contracts, Subcontracts, and Purchase Orders with precision.
• Shape project trajectories by crafting and executing Subcontracts and Purchase Orders that set the stage for success.
• Translate Project Estimates into actionable strategies, showcasing strategic prowess.
• Cultivate relationships with local authorities, leveraging experience to propel projects forward seamlessly.
• Command cost accounting, validating cost projections with seasoned financial acumen.
• Empower the Field Staff with comprehensive financial insights, elevating project execution.
• Spearhead the approval of subcontractor and material supplier invoices and pay applications.
• Showcase leadership, facilitating transparent communication among stakeholders, from the Owner to upper management.
• Curate project meetings adeptly, outlining agendas and capturing pivotal minutes.
• Create and Maintain project schedules vigilantly, ensuring alignment with plans and timely delivery.
• Make on-site visits a priority, ensuring adherence to project documents, quality benchmarks, and contract terms.
• Oversee punch and closeout procedures meticulously, orchestrating coordination with Field Staff and Owner Representative.
• Prepare scopes of work, review construction costs, bid projects, evaluate bids, and award contracts in either Dwoskin or AIA format, ensure contracts are executed by approved authority.
• Assist in bidding, analyzing, awarding, and drafting service contracts for residential properties (e.g., common area cleaning, landscaping, janitorial, trash removal, snow removal, etc.).
• Qualify contractors and obtain necessary documentation including a current Certificate of Insurance, W-9, and Contractor Fact Sheet.
• Prepare purchase orders for projects and material procurement, review and approve invoices to pay contractors and vendors promptly. Obtain lien releases/waivers as required.
• Collaborate with design consultants, jurisdictional officials, and all other professionals in troubleshooting site conditions to ensure compliance with all local and National building codes.
• Address all warranty-related issues that may arise on contracted work.
• Input contractor bids onto budget spreadsheets. Submit construction budgets for approval.
• Ensure all required permits have been obtained prior to the commencement of work.
• Assist in oversight of contractors, vendors, and in-house apartment renovations.
• Assist with inspecting and drafting the final punch list and close-out of all projects.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance for residential properties upon request.
• Provide the VP of Residential Property Management and Maintenace Operations Director with reports as requested.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal codes and accepted business practices.
• Purchase building supplies as needed following A.J. Dwoskin approved procedures.
• Collaborate and coordinate work to be done with the Residential Property Management team and keep all residential team members informed of project status.
• Maintain Hazard Communication Program, EPA Compliance etc.
• Assist with centralized purchasing and contribute to bulk-pricing strategies with key vendors and suppliers.
• Drawings Management: Keep an accurate log and file of construction documents. Scan drawings and submit them electronically to our electronic management software.
• File Management: Sort and file project specific paperwork/data to the specified file location.
• Develop critical path schedules, prepare, and evaluate project status reports during each operational phase, facilitate construction progress meetings, adjust project budgets, and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably Construction Management, or Engineering.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification strongly preferred.
• 5-8 years of progressive industry experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Skills and Requirements

• Knowledge of residential construction, remodel, retrofit and repairs to interior and exterior structures made of wood, drywall, plaster, concrete, or brick including but not limited to cabinets, shelves, flooring, door and window frame installs and repairs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate with all levels of management effectively and sensitively.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to relay technical concerns with adequate detail, quickly and accurately.
• Capability to read, write, comprehend, and converse in English.
• Ability to use on-site office equipment, such Keytrak system.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to cope with and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and current auto insurance.
• Must be proficient with most of the tools and equipment appropriate to job responsibilities.
• Must comply with all safety requirements and functional OSHA knowledge.
• Sensitivity to confidential matters is required.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Required to complete and successfully pass the AJ Dwoskin Fair Housing, Diversity, and Inclusion Training within the first 30 days of employment.

In accordance with EEOC guidelines, we are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate. Additionally, we offer employees a competitive salary and employee benefits package to include health, dental, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, onsite rental allowance, flexible spending and tuition reimbursement for pre-approved courses.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and be able to pass our pre-employment screening process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $98,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities

Experience level:

• 6 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Herndon, VA 20170: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person