Senior Project Manager

Project Leadership

• Lead large-scale capital improvement and asset enhancement projects across AIR's multifamily portfolio, overseeing renovations from initial concept development through project completion.
• Manage complex projects including hallway renovations, leasing office transformations, common area repositioning, operational space redesigns, package locker relocations, and other high-impact property improvement initiatives.
• Partner with internal stakeholders, property operations teams, architects, designers, consultants, and vendors to develop project strategies that enhance resident experience and property performance.
• Oversee projects typically ranging from $100K to $500k+, including multi-floor, multi-phase renovations executed over several months.
• Drive all phases of project execution, including project scoping, design development, budgeting, bidding, contracting, scheduling, implementation, and closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of accountability for vendor performance, ensuring quality, budget compliance, schedule adherence, and successful project outcomes.
• Lead project kickoff meetings and establish clear expectations, communication plans, milestones, and success metrics.
• Provide ongoing project reporting and executive-level updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Travel approximately 50% to properties within the portfolio for site assessments, project oversight, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement.

Design & Asset Enhancement Leadership

• Collaborate with internal and external design partners to develop renovation concepts that align with AIR's brand standards and long-term asset enhancement strategy.
• Apply strong design judgment and attention to detail when evaluating finishes, layouts, furnishings, materials, and overall resident experience.
• Participate in space planning initiatives, including leasing office reconfigurations, operational workspace redesigns, and amenity enhancements.
• Evaluate opportunities to improve building functionality, operational efficiency, and resident engagement through thoughtful design solutions.
• Balance aesthetic considerations with project budgets, operational needs, and long-term asset value objectives.
• Confidently make project-related decisions and recommendations while navigating evolving project requirements and stakeholder feedback.

Vendor & Construction Management

• Develop scopes of work and construction specifications for capital improvement projects.
• Manage the full vendor lifecycle, including sourcing, bidding, contractor selection, negotiations, contract execution, and ongoing performance management.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, maintain quality standards, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Proactively identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize budget overruns, schedule delays, and operational disruptions.
• Coordinate multiple vendors, consultants, and internal business partners throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Functions

• Lead capital projects from project conception through completion.
• Develop detailed scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and implementation plans.
• Manage annual and multi-year capital improvement budgets.
• Oversee project procurement and contracting activities.
• Deliver weekly and monthly project status reports to leadership.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to established quality standards.
• Build strong partnerships with operations, facilities, construction, design, procurement, and external vendor teams.
• Maintain a high level of visibility across active projects through frequent site visits and stakeholder engagement.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of project management experience supporting capital improvements, construction, renovations, asset enhancement, hospitality, multifamily, commercial real estate, or related environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale renovation projects with budgets exceeding $100K.
• Strong vendor management experience, including contractor selection, contract administration, and performance oversight.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• A passion for design, space planning, and creating exceptional resident and customer experiences.
• Strong executive presence and confidence in making decisions and driving projects forward independently.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience collaborating with architects, designers, consultants, and construction partners preferred.
• Proficiency with project budgeting, scheduling, and reporting tools.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 50% for project oversight and property visits.

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:

• Expected base salary of $95,000-$105,000. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• Base salary plus annual bonus.
• 25% Rent Discount available
• 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) plus 6% company contributions.
• Paid Vacation, 14 Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Time.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Commuter Benefits and Pet-Insurance.
• Up to 100% Reimbursement on Professional Certification/Licensing for Job Related Curriculums.
• 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.
• 15 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.

What You Need to Know

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 9/10/2026. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

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.