Renovations Project Manager - Charleston, SC

Our multi-family community, Talison Row at Daniel Island, currently has a full-time Renovations Project Manager opportunity available.

Independence Realty Trust, Inc (NYSE: IRT) is a real estate investment trust that owns and operates multifamily apartments. IRT currently manages over 36,000 apartment homes, 120 communities, in over 30 markets and 14 of the country’s most desirable states. IRT has a strong commitment to hiring the most talented industry professionals, which has resulted in record growth, making the Company one of the most respected and trusted within our industry.

Are you ready to join our team? To research us in more detail, visit https://www.irtliving.com/who-we-are/renovations-design.

Responsibilities:

• Primarily responsible for overseeing apartment renovation projects.
• Develop a template scope for each project and work with outside contractors and in-house maintenance personnel to complete work on schedule and within agreed upon budget.
• Develop project related bid documents and oversee competitive bid process.
• Work closely with in-house project and design manager to select finishes, appliance brands, types of flooring and other unit upgrade styles.
• Work closely with Community Managers, Regional Project Manager, and our VP and SVP of Facilities on project strategy & timelines.
• Communicate with selected and non-selected vendors, establish report and enhance our relationships with renovation related vendors.
• Stays abreast of renovation, construction and industry trends.
• Assist in the preparation of annual operating budgets for renovation projects.
• Assure adherence to all applicable company policies & procedures while also complying with federal, state and local laws.
• Treats all staff, vendors, tenants, government officials and others with integrity, honesty and respect.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 1-3 years of previous supervisor or management of multi-family maintenance, construction or renovation experience.
• Previous experience overseeing multiple projects at the same time.
• Strong financial and analytical acumen.
• Proven experience maintaining client and vendors relationships.
• Excellent leadership abilities, problem solving techniques and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• User knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Excel and mobile devices.
• Some college level coursework or trade school education preferred.
• Ability to travel, locally and /or overnight, up to 25% of the time.

What IRT Offers:

We provide all staff a great employment experience, great benefits, opportunities, and a great culture. We believe in investing in our team by providing our employees with the tools and support to achieve their goals.

Compensation

• Competitive compensation package
• Monthly, quarterly, and annual bonus opportunities in addition to salary
• Overtime and On Call pay in addition to salary (depending on position)
• Stock Awards granted in first year – All employees are owners of IRT
• Stock Dividends paid quarterly on vested stock
• Discounted rent available

Time Off

• 15 Paid Time Off days (PTO) in a calendar year
• 19.5 Paid Time Off days (PTO) in a calendar year after 2 years
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Early dismissal the day prior to select holidays

Health Insurance & Wellness

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Insurance for individual and/or family
• Dental and Vision Coverage for individual and/or family
• 100% company paid Employee Wellness Program
• 100% company paid Short and Long-Term Disability
• 100% company paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Retirement

• 100% company match on employee 401k contributions up to 4% of salary
• Company 401k match is immediate vested – no vesting or waiting period

Culture & Opportunity

• Owner/Operator – No third-party management
• Staff Appreciation events and many other company celebrations
• Women’s Mentoring Initiatives
• Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Staff Learning and Education events
• 100% company paid industry certifications & Training such as CAM, CALP, and more.
• Career Paths, Job Growth & Advancement available. 10%-15% of staff receive promotions annually
• Annual Performance and Compensation reviews
• Highly engaged management who promote teamwork and individual success
• Long-standing business success and employment stability

Independence Realty Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected classes.