Project Manager – Multifamily Real Estate
About The Position
Hamilton Zanze is hiring an Associate-level Project Manager for its Project and Risk Management team in San Francisco. Reporting to the Senior Director (Project & Risk Management), the Project Manager oversees capital improvement, renovation, and repositioning projects across the firm’s multifamily portfolio. The role manages projects from scope definition and budgeting through construction and close-out, with the aim of delivering on time, on budget, and to a high standard to protect and enhance asset value. The position works with ownership, lenders, third-party consultants, contractors, vendors, property management, and asset management teams. It also supports acquisition due diligence and ensures projects meet applicable codes, permitting requirements, and reporting obligations. The role may require travel as projects require, approximately 20%.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in design, construction, project management, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and construction project management tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, professional presence, and the ability to engage effectively with internal teams, contractors, designers, and government officials.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines accurately.
- Self-motivated, diligent, and reliable, with strong relationship-management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to travel as projects require, approximately 20%.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Nice To Haves
- PMP certification.
- A degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management; this is preferred but not required with applicable work experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage capital improvement, renovation, and repositioning projects across assigned multifamily properties, from scope definition and budgeting through construction and close-out.
- Develop and track project budgets, schedules, and draw requests in coordination with ownership, lenders, and third-party consultants.
- Solicit bids, evaluate proposals, and manage contractor and vendor relationships, including contract negotiation and change order review.
- Conduct site visits as needed to monitor construction progress, quality, and safety, and resolve field issues.
- Coordinate with property management and asset management teams to minimize disruption to operations.
- Support property acquisition due diligence, including physical condition assessments, capital needs analysis, and budget validation.
- Engage and manage third-party consultants, interior designers, contractors, architects, and engineers as needed.
- Ensure projects comply with building codes, permitting requirements, and lender and investor reporting obligations.
- Prepare project status reports and updates for internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify and escalate project risks, budget variances, and schedule delays, and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with company matching.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
- Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Additional perks and wellness benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
