Project Manager III

AIR Communities · Chicago, Illinois, United States

$110K a year as published by the employer

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Summary

Manages medium to large projects, leads project teams, and ensures on-time, on-budget delivery through scope and resource management.

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Company Description Whatever it takes to make our residents feel at home – that’s what we do! We are passionate about providing quality apartments homes, in a respectful environment, across twenty key markets in the USA. We are a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), who has, for more than 25 years, built its business around a relentless focus on our customer and our award-winning culture.

Job Description We’re looking for a Project Manager III to join our team. Manages multiple medium to large projects. Assembles project team, clarifies objectives, develops project plan, and manages plan execution to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. Generally manages projects with budgets between $50K - $250K and consists of 5 - 10 project resources. Lead project teams of Design Analysts, Developers, QA Analysts and members of other departments. Responsible for scope management, requirements gathering, project tracking, resource management, issues management, communications and meeting facilitation. Responsible for reporting out on project status and updates to key stakeholders and executives. Works independently, final results reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Plans, schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives. General instruction and supervision, verification of overall accuracy of final results. May provide limited training to new employees. A bit more about what you’ll do… Create a Risk Management Plan, and submit to Management on each project, to avoid and / or minimize the impact of Scope creep, Timeline extensions, Resource constraints, Process issues, and Budget overages. Work with Management to ensure the risk management plan will work on their projects for each of the department areas. Ability to manage scope issues with the Business Partner with no oversight. Report budget trends proactively to Business Partner Management, so budget busts can be seen long before they occur. Ability to explain end to end how their project relates within the context of the application(s), and how it will enhance the work process for those using the system. Successfully prepare budgets, project charters, responsibility matrix, project plans, and weekly status reports without guidance from their manager. Proactively provide options on projects to Management and our Business Partners. Work with Management to ensure no gaps in resource coverage for the projects.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Masters preferred. At least 4-6 years of related experience. Proven success with managing expectations, management level communication, concept development, multi-tasking, and managing ambiguity. Must be familiar with scope management, requirements gathering, project tracking and meeting facilitation.

Additional Information AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance at the individual, team and company levels. We start with a competitive base salary and add bonus opportunities and benefit choices topped off with: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options available. HSA with company sponsored contributions, FSA (traditional and dependent care FSA). Short and long-term disability paid by the company. 401(K) and Employee Stock Purchase Plans. Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Wellness Bonus Days, and Paid Sick Time. Tuition Assistance Program. Commuter Benefits and Pet-Insurance. Up to 100% Reimbursement on Professional Certification/Licensing for Job Related Curriculums. Discounted Rent at AIR  communities (certain exclusions apply, and an application is required). 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. 10 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.

will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinary AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check. AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Department: Corporate Employee Type: Regular Compensation: USD 110000 - USD 110000 - yearly

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About AIR Communities

AIR Communities is a nationwide apartment owner and operator focused on creating thriving, connected communities.

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