Job Information
Robert Half Real Estate Project Manager in Los Altos, California
Description
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, tracking budgets, schedules, and performance metrics.
Spend 25–50% of time on-site, including travel to properties in Washington State.
Partner with internal teams to develop project scopes, specifications, and design direction.
Quality & Compliance
Ensure all work meets established standards, timelines, and budget expectations.
Conduct regular inspections to evaluate progress, quality, and cost‑to‑complete.
Coordinate with city inspectors and regulatory agencies as needed.
Vendor & Contractor Management
Source, qualify, and maintain a competitive pool of subcontractors.
Collect, analyze, and negotiate bids; prepare contracts and manage vendor relationships.
Address change orders, scope discrepancies, and field issues in real time.
Coordination & Communication
Lead project kickoff meetings with property and asset teams to align on logistics, schedules, and resident communication.
Provide consistent project updates to internal stakeholders.
Maintain clear documentation, meeting minutes, and organized project files.
Capital & Acquisition Support
Assist with capital planning for new acquisitions, including evaluating units, identifying deferred maintenance, and projecting capex needs.
Prepare multi‑year capital improvement forecasts.
Minimize unit downtime by coordinating scheduling and onsite workflows.
Additional Responsibilities
Support project administrators with documentation and light accounting tasks.
Perform punch walks, unit assessments, and final inspections.
Handle additional project‑related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
10+ years of project management experience, ideally in renovation, construction, or real estate.
Experience with tenant improvements or capital improvement programs (preferred).
Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong documentation and reporting skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Must be comfortable with frequent local and regional travel.
Valid driver’s license required.
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