Akridge · 1 day ago
Building Manager
1101 16th, Washington, DC, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expAkridge is a full-service commercial real estate company known for its investment and development in the Washington, DC area. The Building Manager will establish client relationships, oversee building operations, and manage various administrative tasks to ensure high-quality service and compliance with building codes.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain a professional relationship with tenant representatives by visiting each Client contact on a regular basis
Work in conjunction with other Akridge departments and all outside contracted personnel to provide Clients with the highest level of quality service
Be familiar with all lease terms and requirements
Communicate with Clients through the of Electronic Tenant Solutions software
Coordinate Client relations activities with Akridge
Respond promptly to all Clients inquires and follow up with all requests for services
Perform administrative duties including invoice approval, access security fob and contact management and other duties as assigned
Assist Senior Property Manager and Property Manager with budget preparation
Issue Client Manual and see that information is kept current
Assist with contract management and preparation as requested
Assist with creation, planning and implementation of building wide Client events
Provide back up for the lobby attendant or security guard
Provide notary services to building Clients
Work with Chief engineer and building services staff to ensure that the building mechanical systems and grounds are clean, secure, energy efficient, operating properly and in compliance with building codes
Maintain vacant space in secured and marketable condition at all times
Maintain emergency procedures guidelines
Oversee on site contracted personnel to ensure that they provide our Clients with the highest quality service. Act as a liaison with the Management Contact for the particular service provider
Initiate work tickets as a result of site inspections and follow up with Engineer, Porter or Lobby Attendant
Follow up with clients on work orders
Act as contact for requests from Clients regarding contract work and contracted personnel. Initiate work request and/or arrange for contractor. Inform PM and follow up with contractor and Client
Schedule cyclical maintenance such as window washing, carpet cleaning, and elevator maintenance
Input work tickets into computer as needed
Close work tickets as requested by Property Manager
Follow up status and classify as to urgency. Keep Senior Property Manager advised of problems in the building
Distribute annual Client survey forms to all Clients and coordinate with Senior Property Manager and Property Manager on follow- up of evaluations by letter and telephone
Initiate invoices for all Client billable work performed by JAMCO staff and outside contractors
Code all vendor invoices in accordance with the building budgets for approval by others
Responsible for recurring procedures associated with Client move-ins including but not limited to: preparation and presentation of welcome letters; Initiation of recycling program; follow up on order of directory strips, suite and building signage
Initiate major non-recurring and capital improvements projects according to the budget schedule
Assist with other financial reporting
Assist with department wide programs as requested
Schedule and manage conference rooms or other public areas of the building
Manage building staff with set up and break down of conference facility
Assist with IT support for the conference facility
Initiate invoices for conference room use
Oversee general appearance and upkeep of the conference facility
The Building Manager must obtain approval from the Senior Property Manager prior to making any expenditure on behalf of the building in excess of $1,000 (and must conform to the pertinent management agreement)
Assist Engineer staff with administrative tasks
Assist with compliance with Akridge’s internal building operational audit program (BOA)
Attend weekly staff meetings as well as other regularly scheduled building meetings
Assist with creation, management and implementation of building’s emergency preparedness plan
Assist with creation, management and implementation of building’s sustainable plan
Assist with department wide initiatives as assigned (i.e. elevator permits, certificate of insurance tracking etc.)
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
2 - 3 years of property management experience, preferably in commercial real estate
Experience with compiling and managing a property budget
Professionalism and the ability to work with various personalities
High level of professionalism and the ability to deal with various personalities are primary qualifications
Strong verbal communication skills, exemplary organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines and the ability to handle multiple priorities
Proficient in Word and Excel and the ability to function on a variety of computer software programs
Building Managers will be expected to enroll in the Real Property Administrators curriculum with the intention of receiving a RPA designation within approximately three years
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Company
Akridge
Akridge is a comprehensive real estate services company that provides acquisition, development, asset and property management.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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