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Friedman Management Company Capital Projects Manager in Chicago, Illinois
Capital Projects Manager
Job Details
Job Location
Chicago Metropolitan Area - Chicago, IL
Position Type
Full Time
Job Category
Management
Description
Do you have a passion for capital expenditure project management with the multi-family residential construction experience to back it up? Are you hard-working, self-motivated, and detail oriented? Friedman Real Estate is looking for a high-caliber professional to oversee a portfolio of capital expenditure projects at our Multi-Family Sites (Apartment Complexes) in our Midwest and Southeast Region. As a Capital Projects Mana ger, you are the professional point of contact in the field, executing projects and maximizing results! Think you’re a fit? Take your career to the next level with us!
Candidatesmusthave multi-family residential capital expenditure / deferred maintenance project management experience. Candidates with only commercial, project management, facilities management, or multifamily residential construction experience will not be considered.
Responsibilities:
The Capital Projects Manager position plans, directs, and coordinates all material construction and capital improvement projects to successful completion, including budget oversight. Includes routine budgeted capital expenditure project management, as well as property casualty loss project management. The projects will be for a portfolio of multi-family properties within a specific region. This position will also maintain Friedman’s preferred vendor contracts and ensure repairs, renovations and remodels meet Friedman’s standards.
Actively track and manage capital projects for all communities within the portfolio region along with maintaining and distributing related reports. Compile, develop, and submit project scope forms to clients for review and approval.
Works closely with the Multi-Family Property Management Leadership Team on project priorities, goals, scope, budget, and timeline.
Plans, designs, and executes multiple renovation, construction, or maintenance projects, from conception to completion, to meet program requirements, budget, and time restraints.
Provide support to communities by setting up vendor accounts, managing contract/agreement transfers, and supplying vendor contact information to appropriate parties. Coordination of purchasing at the start of new business.
Provide regular updates on project status to management and ownership.
Participate in client meetings to present on capital expenditure projects and create monthly/quarterly reports for client meetings.
Ensure contractors meet Friedman’s standardized vendor requirements (e.g., meeting standard expectations, ensuring proper insurance coverage is provided, and that policies/procedures are followed).
Coordinates and directs construction workers, subcontractors and/or on-site personnel in the renovation process from start to finish.
Oversees compliance with building and safety regulations.
Ensures quality workmanship in the most cost-effective manner, while keeping within expense guidelines.
Research and identify vendors for projects as needed. Negotiates contracts as needed and processes contracts through Friedman’s standard process. Seeks alternative outside vendors to ensure there are many options to complete projects.
Monitor and track all contracts, service agreements, renewals/expiration, etc.
Participate in the annual property budgeting process with community managers and regional managers.
Draft and submit RFPs for various projects.
Becomes familiar with and abides by all company policies, procedures, and individual community policies, including but not limited to all Fair Housing Laws.
Participates in due diligence for acquisitions.
Other duties as assigned.
This is a remote position with 25% multi-state travel, living near an airport is a plus.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in either construction management, project management or combination of related experience. Multi-Family property experience required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Must have knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction process as well as design concepts.
Working knowledge of city/county/state codes to ensure teams are properly pulling required permits.
Position requires the ability to remain motivated and work independently.
Exceptional and professional presentation skills.
Ability to track and meet deadlines.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills required.
Excel and computer skills required; Microsoft Office Suite knowledge.
Ability to function as a team member.
Good interpersonal skills with all levels of staff, residents, families, and the public.
Qualifications
We are Friedman Real Estate__
As one of the largest privately held full-service commercial real estate organizations in the nation, Friedman Real Estate provides clients with a single point of contact for the full range of Advisory, Property Management, Multi-Family, Brokerage, Financial, and Construction services that it offers.
Friedman manages more than 200 commercial properties encompassing more than 18 million SF and more than 15,000 apartment homes throughout the United States. Friedman’s brokerage team has over 600 current listings with more than $22.5 billion in closed transactions. As owners and managers of commercial property for over 35 years, Friedman understands what it takes to achieve results that maximize their clients’ objectives
Recognized as one of Detroit Free Press’s Top Workplaces
Friedman Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees consisting of:
Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance plans
Delta Dental
Vision
Pet Insurance
Company paid life insurance along with life insurance buyup
401(k) Match
Company paid Long Term Disability after 2 years of service
Friedman Perks
Continuing education reimbursement benefits
Referral bonuses for new employees and new business
Recognition program
Three tier PTO plan
Paid Parental Leave
Training seminars for leadership and professional development
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