Project Manager I

AIR Communities • Bethesda, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

AIR Communities is seeking a Project Manager I to manage small-scale capital improvement projects and support larger asset enhancement initiatives. This role involves common area renovations, unit renovations, and smart home technology upgrades. The Project Manager will partner with internal stakeholders and vendors to define project objectives, establish timelines, manage budgets, and ensure successful project execution. This position is based in the east regional office in Bethesda, MD, and requires an in-office presence 5 days a week. The role typically manages projects ranging from $10K to $75K and supports larger renovation programs. The Project Manager will utilize project management best practices, oversee contract services, and travel approximately 25% to properties within the portfolio.

Requirements

• 1+ years of project management experience, preferably supporting renovation, construction, facilities, asset enhancement, or property-related projects.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a track record of building strong relationships across departments and with external vendors.
• Proficiency with project tracking, budgeting, and reporting tools.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% for property visits, project oversight, vendor coordination, and stakeholder meetings.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage small-scale capital improvement projects and support larger asset enhancement initiatives, including common area renovations, unit renovations, and smart home technology upgrades.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and vendors to define project objectives, establish timelines, manage budgets, and drive successful project execution.
• Coordinate project teams, resources, and schedules to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Manage projects typically ranging from $10K to $75K, while supporting larger renovation and asset enhancement programs.
• Utilize project management best practices, including scope management, requirements gathering, risk identification, project tracking, and stakeholder communication.
• Provide regular project updates and reporting to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Oversee ongoing contract services and break-fix activities for assigned systems and asset categories.
• Develop scopes of work, project estimates, budgets, and schedules with guidance from management.
• Lead project kickoff meetings and ongoing status reviews, ensuring alignment among stakeholders and project team members.
• Proactively identify project risks and escalate issues to minimize scope creep, schedule delays, and budget overruns.
• Manage annual and long-term project budgets for assigned initiatives.
• Coordinate the full contract lifecycle, including bidding, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and execution.
• Prepare and deliver weekly project status reports to leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and key milestones.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunities
• 25% Rent Discount
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• HSA with company sponsored contributions
• FSA (traditional and dependent care FSA)
• Short and long-term disability paid by the company
• 401(K) plus 6% company contributions
• Paid Vacation
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Pet-Insurance
• Up to 100% Reimbursement on Professional Certification/Licensing for Job Related Curriculums
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks, following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Consumer discounts from various products and services including travel planning, wireless phones, health and fitness, home appliances, and more.
• 15 hours of paid time annually to give-back to your community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth including realistic job previews, in person and virtual leadership training, and performance improvement courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree