Vice President of Service & Construction - East - AIR Communities

We are AIR Communities, a top apartment community operator managing properties in major markets. Our team is passionate about providing exceptional service to our residents and communities. If you're a hardworking, detail-oriented, and customer-focused professional, we want you to join us!

AIR Communities is hiring a Vice President of Construction and Service- East. The Vice President of Construction and Service leads AIR’s East Area construction and service teams and activities associated with the Capital improvement of the company’s nationwide portfolio focused on delivering AIR’s world-class customer service, ongoing preservation and maintenance of our communities, and spearheading the execution of capital improvements at our communities.

• Responsible for leadership in Service & Construction for a large, multi-state region on the east coast.  
• Specific areas of ownership and expertise include but are not limited to operations support, support of and education in adherence to property P&L, support of CNOI, EGI and CSAT goal metrics and team member development.  
• Leadership and supervisory roles in project management, construction management, design build oversight, contracting, vendor management, budgeting, casualty response, insurance claim oversight, EH&S support.
•   Directs and coordinates regional service and construction directors.
• Responsible for implementing and coordinating policies, programs, and operating procedures and standards as required to assure that property assets are preserved through sound maintenance, construction, and rehabilitation procedures. 

Essential Functions:   

• Supports operationsand constructionfrom a leadership level with complete understanding of property budgets, P&Ls, KPIs, systems (Entrata, Coupa, Brivo, SmartRent), and reporting.  
• Frequently engages in person and remotely with property and regional operations team members including CMs, SMs, GMs, RPMs, VPs, DOOs and AFOs. 
• Frequent and recurring travel to properties throughout the region of responsibility required. 
• Travel to national level meetings required. 
• Heavily engaged in development of internal bench for SM, ASM, Directors of Service and Construction.
• Supports acquisition and disposition processes including PCA review, on-site inspections, and budget development. 
• Post acquisition leadership and oversight of “AIR Edge” and other large-scale renovations or upgrades. 
• Leads Directors to ensure proper execution of all jurisdictional, lender, or code mandated activities including but not limited to (REAC, MOR, 40-year, Façade, Balcony, SCEP).
• Coordinates, oversees, and reports out on the activities of the Directors and Senior Directors of Service and Construction in the region to assure that projects are completed within prescribed schedules and budgets, and are in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Reviews project plans and bids submitted by Directors for scheduling, procedures, staffing and funding requirements, and conformance to annual budgets. 
• Reviews and approves contract documents submitted by Directors, executes construction contracts within signing limits. 
• Works with Directors, consultants, architects, contractors, and suppliers to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.

What You’re Bringing to the Table:

You thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance culture. You’re an industry trailblazer and influencer, always looking for new and innovative ways to solve problems. You’re a builder of high-performance teams, with a track record of inspiring and motivating others to exceed personal and organizational goals.

• This position will be based out of AIR's Regional Corporate Office located in Bethesda, MD.

You are:

• Energized and Resilient: Maintains composure under stress and responds well to new situations that require growth and committed to success.
• Self Aware and Empathetic: Adjusts leadership style according to the demands of the situation.
• A Model of Teamwork: Works effectively with other leaders throughout AIR and values others’ perspectives as much as their own.
• A Nimble Problem Solver: Implements timely decisions, follows through, follows up well, and is able to modify plans and effectively adapt to changing situations.

As an AIR VP of Service and Construction, the following skills and experiences are preferred:

Education & Experience:

• Degree in construction management, property operations, architecture, or related field preferred.
• 7-10 years of experience managing large-scale construction projects and multifamily operations. 
• Leadership of large, geographically dispersed teams and project budgets exceeding $25M. 
• Ability to aggregate, organize, and effectively communicate real time performance data in concise and actionable terms to senior leadership is a must.  

AIR offers attractive compensation packages that reward performance at the individual, team, and company levels. We start with a competitive base salary, bonuses, and benefit options topped off with:

• Expected base pay rate of $190,000 - $225,000 + short and long term bonus. 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.
• 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 company contributions.
• Paid Vacation, 11 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Application Deadline:  The initial deadline for applications is 10/28/2024. 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.