What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Birchstone Residential?
Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Develop, implement, and manage preventative and routine maintenance programs, standards, and initiatives.
- Plan, scope, budget, schedule, and manage all phases of construction and renovation projects from due diligence through completion.
- Collaborate with service managers, site teams, engineers, architects, vendors, and executive leadership to define project objectives.
- Onboard, train, and oversee service managers and service technicians.
- Negotiate contracts, manage bids, and oversee third-party consultants, contractors, and vendors.
- Obtain and maintain required permits, licenses, inspections, and facility certifications.
- Prepare communities for and facilitate the completion of third-party inspections.
- Monitor performance metrics including quality, safety, turn times, service request completion, and budget adherence.
- Conduct regular site, apartment, and construction audits; document findings and implement corrective action plans.
- Approve purchase orders and collaborate with operations leadership on operating and capital budgets.
- Ensure apartment turns are completed within established budget and scheduling targets.
- Oversee inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies across communities.
- Develop staffing projections and organizational plans to ensure adequate coverage.
- Lead safety programs, training initiatives, and onboarding programs for construction and service teams.
- Prepare and present performance, budget, and project status reports to senior leadership.
- Respond promptly to emergency site situations and life-safety issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Advanced budgeting and cost estimation skills, including the ability to identify value-engineering opportunities.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities for both internal teams and subcontractors.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously across a diverse portfolio.
- Mastery in reading and interpreting detailed Scopes of Work (SOW) and technical documents.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, ADA compliance, and applicable city, state, and federal building codes.
- Proficiency with Property Management software (e.g., Entrata) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide stakeholder reports for ownership.
- Ability to align construction timelines with property operations to minimize unit downtime and maximize ROI.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, work well under pressure, and meet strict deadlines without compromising quality.
- Ability to serve as a collaborative bridge between corporate goals and field execution.
- Bilingual English and Spanish preferred but not required.