Construction Manager

construction manager

Are you looking for career opportunities within a global growing real estate company?

Then you might be our next construction manager.

Join us and be a part of our journey.

job description

Akelius is seeking an energetic self-motivated construction manager to join the team.

The selected candidate will be expected to manage multiple projects at one time in various phases of development and to meet established goals including speed to market, quality, and budget.

The construction manager’s primary focus will be on the specific needs of the project, residents, vendors, and contractors.

They will also require tracking project financials and schedule and report status regularly.

• professional planning and hands-on management / oversight for multiple Projects including Residential unit upgrades, interior and exterior renovations, roof replacements, façade improvements, mechanical systems, common area and parking lot or garage redesign
• manage multiple projects at various phases and in various locations, from project identification through design, planning, financial approval, permit issuance, construction, and financial closeout
• demonstrate full accountability for end-to-end management of projects
• lead project teams consisting of architects, design engineers, general and specialty contractors, property management, operating engineers, real estate brokers and environmental consultants
• provide weekly project activity updates to asset manager for project schedule, Budget, and Risk within Project Management web-based tools
• develop project goals and scope of work
• oversee and prepare accurate project documentation for all phases of construction including project charter, due diligence reports, budgets, schedules, meeting minutes, financial funding requests, status reports, punch lists, and special reports on-time and in accordance with pre-established formats
• manage vendors (GC, A&E, Specialty vendors, etc.) to ensure full compliance with all project policies and procedures, including the formal closeout of all projects in less than eighty days after project completion
• visit projects onsite weekly and sometimes daily if necessary
• assist with additional assignments as needed

who you are

• bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or related field is preferred
• minimum of three years of project management experience in all aspects of design and construction
• architecture, engineering, or project management certification preferred
• experience managing sustainable projects is a plus
• project management experience in financial systems and design software is preferred
• experience with project scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and contract negotiations is required
• experience with multifamily occupied renovations preferred
• experience with façade work and façade New York laws and regulations
• proficient with the use of Microsoft Office, Auto Cad, financial systems, and project scheduling software
• strong verbal and written communication skills are required

how to apply

Apply with a copy of your resume.

Akelius offers

• competitive benefits with generous employer premium contributions
• 100% paid short and long term disability, as well as Life
• 401k with match
• annual fitness benefit
• internal industry specific education and training
• offices in central locations with a high-quality working environment
• social events and volunteer opportunities throughout the year
• company summit every second year

about Akelius

Akelius acquires, upgrades, and manages residential properties.

Akelius owns rental apartments in the metropolitan cities New York, Boston, Washington D.C., Austin, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Toronto, London, and Paris.

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Akelius is an equal opportunity employer and employs personnel without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, language, citizenship, creed, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, physical and / or ment