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About the Role

This position is independently responsible for managing, evaluating, and implementing construction projects for an assigned portfolio of between twenty (20) to approximately forty (40) properties, reporting to the Vice President-Construction Services.

Responsibilities

Executes ADA and FHA surveys on existing properties and during the acquisition process and completion of scheduled work.
Independently evaluates, manages and executes all construction projects for a portfolio of between twenty (20) to forty (40) properties.
Develops construction specifications and evaluates, validates, recommends, and implements the ones that are approved.
Works with other Construction Services Managers, Investment Officers, and Regional Maintenance Directors to develop a list of capital needs and budget estimates on an annual basis.
Develops plans to execute construction projects, potentially using outside management expertise or directly managing the project.
Updates reports on the progress of all assigned projects and collaborates on solutions for arising problems.
Organizes and conducts the physical evaluation component in the due diligence process for new acquisitions.
Recommends and retains the services of specialty engineers in due diligence for unique situations.
Develops collaborative relationships with regional and market-based contractors and vendors to promote low cost and high quality pricing and services.
Manages relationships with vendors and validates and tests their pricing.
Executes capital construction projects including evaluating, validating, recommending solutions, developing specifications and plans, bidding, contracting, and managing the construction.
Acts as a support resource for Investment Officers, Regional Managers and Facility Services Managers.
Works with Investment Officers to maintain a ten-year Capital Plan for all existing properties.
Provides support on capital projects executed by the Regional Manager or Facility Services Manager.
Represents the Company in a professional manner at all times.
Performs other duties as necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
Must be able to independently carry out the responsibilities of this position.
Typically possesses 3+ years construction management experience or 5+ years experience in Facility Maintenance management.
Computer literacy/spreadsheet proficiency required.
Ability to verbally express the daily activities of the job to peers and management.
Ability to present problems in a clear and concise manner with practical solutions.
Ability to write progress reports including project histories, problems, recommended solutions, and justifications.
Ability to perform basic mathematical equations.
Ability to conduct project cost forecasting.
Ability to work on multiple tasks with varying deadlines.
Extensive travel required, primarily local and within the assigned portfolio.
Must be available to travel overnight 2-3 times per year for team meetings.
Valid driver's license and good driving record along with auto insurance required.
Must represent the Company in a professional manner.
Must wear appropriate professional business attire.
Ability to hear and speak well enough to converse verbally over the phone and in-person.
Ability to interpret, evaluate and communicate detailed written or verbal instructions.
Able to see well enough to use the computer effectively and read written communications.
Ability to lift, push, pull or carry up to 15 pounds.
May be required to climb stairs depending on the property structure.

Skills

Construction project management
ADA and FHA surveys
Construction specifications development
Capital needs assessment
Budget estimation
Project planning
Bidding and contracting
Project inspection
Payment processing
Due diligence
Cost forecasting
Vendor management
Relationship building
Communication (verbal and written)
Problem-solving
Collaboration
Computer literacy
Spreadsheet proficiency

Location

Onsite Monday through Thursday
Remote on Fridays

Work Type

Onsite
Remote

Experience Level

3+ years construction management experience
5+ years experience in Facility Maintenance management

Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred

Salary/Compensations

$132,000 - $161,000 per year
Discretionary 13% annual bonus

About the Company

Vivmark Residential exists to set the mark for what home can be.
Formed through the merger of AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential, Vivmark brings together two industry leaders with a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional living experiences.
Our vision is to be the most trusted and best-performing rental housing company in America - one that continues to get better as it grows.
As an owner, developer, and manager of more than 180,000 apartment homes in major markets across the US, we have the scale to offer something most companies can't.
At Vivmark, team members move up and across functions, markets, and disciplines, building lasting careers.
We invest in team members' growth, development, and capabilities that make them and us better, and we hold ourselves to the highest standard as an employer.
The best people want to work here.

Equal Opportunity

Vivmark Values
At Vivmark Residential, like our residents, our employees come from everywhere.
A richly diverse work environment captures top talent, cultivates the best ideas, and creates the widest possible platform for success.
By focusing on inclusion, these differences are harnessed to create value — in ideas, business practices, relationships, and employee engagement.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive.
All aspects of the employment process are merit-based.
Every Vivmark employee is expected to maintain a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
Vivmark Residential does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, sexual/gender identity/expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship status, military (including uniformed service member or protected veteran) status, marital status, genetic characteristic or information, ancestry or any other characteristic protected by law.
Vivmark Residential also prohibits retaliation against individuals who report harassment or discrimination, or participate in investigations into such conduct.