Date Posted: 01/19/2024

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Akridge is a full-service commercial real estate company and a prominent investor and developer in the Washington, DC and North Carolina regions. We invest in, develop, and manage commercial real estate, from office buildings to mixed-use space. Since our founding in 1974, Akridge has acquired, developed, or entitled over 14 million square feet of commercial real estate and land. We believe in transforming the landscape of our nation’s capital through places that make working more productive, playing more delightful, and living in our city more harmonious. Akridge is committed to sustainable development and operating practices, and has been recognized as an Energy Star Top Performer and Energy Star Partner of the Year. Some of Akridge’s most notable projects include the 1 million square foot Gallery Place, the internationally recognized Homer Building, and the 3 million square foot Burnham Place air rights development project at Union Station. Akridge is proud to invest, build, and operate properties that provide lasting value for our investors, quality work environments for our Clients, and vibrant neighborhoods for our community. Our fully integrated platform allows us to enhance a property’s value throughout every stage of development and operations. We acquire and develop properties that generate consistent and strong, above-market returns for our investment partners. Our developments become destinations that attract high-quality Clients and make neighborhoods more desirable. Our comprehensive real estate knowledge and experience enables us to create smart investment strategies that respond to market opportunities. Our operating and development expertise gives us an unparalleled ability to execute these strategies and deliver exceptional results. Akridge invests like an operator, and operates like an investor.??

 

 Position Summary

The Corporate Event Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the successful execution of events hosted by Akridge clients at the prominent Penthouse amenity space located in our 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue building.  This role reports into our property management team and requires regular interaction with Akridge’s employees, clients, and vendors. The Corporate Event Coordinator will work with clients through the full scope of the event planning process, including food & beverage service, audio-visual requirements, furniture and equipment rental and configuration, transportation, security, and other event attendee services. This role is also responsible for managing the building’s master event calendar to ensure efficient scheduling and coordination of all client events. The Corporate Event Coordinator serves as the property’s primary point of contact for high-profile client events, and as such requires exceptional communication skills, sound judgment, and adherence to guidelines and industry best practices to ensure events are delivered to exceed client expectations.

 
Position Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and planning of all events scheduled for the Penthouse amenity space.
• Maintain master event schedule for Penthouse amenity space and coordinate as necessary to ensure quality facilities are provided and events are coordinated with one another.
• Schedule all Penthouse amenity space events in accordance with the priorities established by 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue building, and ensure compliance with Penthouse amenity space policies and procedures.
• Coordinate all services provided by outside vendors with vendors directly and/or with client event coordinators, in support of events held in the Penthouse amenity space to ensure no preventable conflicts are encountered by service providers or users.
• Arrange setup of the Penthouse amenity space before events and the break down, removal, and storage of equipment, and cleaning of the space after events.
• Ensure proper scheduling of porters and building services staff as required for events.
• Coordination and delivery of equipment and supplies for events held at the Penthouse amenity space.
• Ensure license agreements and insurance requirements are in order and sent to appropriate parties.
• Draft monthly summary of events held at the Penthouse amenity space for inclusion in the ownership investor report.
• Enforce and ensure that billing and collections are done in a timely manner, including tracking and billing supplemental expenses, such as additional porter and/or building services staff costs, or any other incurred, miscellaneous costs.
• Prepare and submit annual budget recommendations for consideration to the Property Manager in relation to the operation of the Penthouse amenity space.
• Coordinate maintenance and track inventory of all equipment and supplies owned by Akridge for the Penthouse amenity space and repair or replace as needed.
• Serve as liaison between property management, building services, and building clients in relation to the coordination of events.
•  Maintain event documentation in digital format.
• Provide oversight of porter staff to ensure successful completion of events.
• Attend periodic event-related meetings, such as catering/vendor walkthroughs, A/V meetings, etc.
• Perform quality control checks of room setups for client events to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate occupancy comfort issues with building services staff, such as temperature adjustments and other mechanical/electrical requirements, plumbing requests, etc.
• Coordinate parking needs between clients and garage operations for event, as needed
• Ensure all specialty requests are pre-approved by the appropriate property management team member
• Other duties as assigned

 

Position Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in event management, preferably in the hospitality or corporate event planning space
• F?our-year college degree, or equivalent applicable professional experience
• Flexibility to work at events held in the evenings and on weekends
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• High level of attention to detail
• Positive attitude and strong sense of urgency in resolving issues as they arise
• May need to be physically able to lift up to lift 30 lbs
• Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and customer requests and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding. Ability to respond to common inquiries from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor. Ability to effectively present information to an internal department and/or large groups of individuals.
• Strong organization skills and ability to manage coordination of multiple events simulataneously

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite 

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please e-mail careers@akridge.com or call (202) 624-8626.

Akridge believes that diversity and inclusivity are essential to positive long-term success and achieving our strategic buisnes goals. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage diverse and talented applicants to apply. All qualifed applicants will recieve consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Date Posted: 01/03/2024

Contact:

Contact email: careers@akridge.com

Description: Akridge is a full-service commercial real estate company and a prominent investor and developer in the Washington, DC and North Carolina regions. We invest in, develop, and manage commercial real estate, from office buildings to mixed-use space. Since our founding in 1974, Akridge has acquired, developed, or entitled over 14 million square feet of commercial real estate and land. We believe in transforming the landscape of our nation’s capital through places that make working more productive, playing more delightful, and living in our city more harmonious. Akridge is committed to sustainable development and operating practices, and has been recognized as an Energy Star Top Performer and Energy Star Partner of the Year. Some of Akridge’s most notable projects include the 1 million square foot Gallery Place, the internationally recognized Homer Building, and the 3 million square foot Burnham Place air rights development project at Union Station. Akridge is proud to invest, build, and operate properties that provide lasting value for our investors, quality work environments for our Clients, and vibrant neighborhoods for our community. Our fully integrated platform allows us to enhance a property’s value throughout every stage of development and operations. We acquire and develop properties that generate consistent and strong, above-market returns for our investment partners. Our developments become destinations that attract high-quality Clients and make neighborhoods more desirable. Our comprehensive real estate knowledge and experience enables us to create smart investment strategies that respond to market opportunities. Our operating and development expertise gives us an unparalleled ability to execute these strategies and deliver exceptional results. Akridge invests like an operator, and operates like an investor.


Senior MEP Construction Manager

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior MEP Construction Manager is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, and construction of buildings, the redevelopment of buildings and major construction projects and tenant improvement projects within the managed portfolio.  His/her primary focus is on the design, installation, testing, commissioning and initial operation of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems associated with new and assigned projects, and the numerous systems that support the MEP within these projects.  He/she is responsible for the review of preliminary and construction drawings and specifications, and making reports to the assigned construction manager, project manager, and Director of Building Services.  In addition to the aforementioned duties, he/she serves as the primary in house consultant for MEP systems and provides guidance and assistance to the Director of Building Services, property managers, and building engineers as needed in the management and operation of the management portfolio.  In this capacity he/she serves as a trouble-shooter for problems with MEP systems, provides training and skills development for all assigned engineering staff and periodic inspections of building systems to ensure that the buildings are operating as designed.

The Senior MEP Construction Manager reports to SVP Development and works in support of the SVP of Technology and Engineering.      

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

The Senior MEP Construction Manager must be a leader with the integrity to set a superior example of both technical skills and interpersonal relationships.   He/she is expected to be technically competent and the most knowledgeable company resource in their field and is expected to routinely keep abreast of new developments, equipment and procedures in building operations. Communication skills, the ability to organize and a willingness to follow through are essential qualifications for this position.  It is preferred for one to possess a high school diploma and at least five years of construction experience in order to fill this position.  It is also desired that one be a certified commissioning agent. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Development and Construction Project Support

• Partner with Akridge development and construction teams to identify and select appropriate building systems for new projects
• Review Akridge Standards with design engineers, specifically related to MEP items
• Review preliminary construction drawings, bid sets, and construction drawings for new projects, advising responsible parties of anticipated problems and recommendations particularly with regard to MEP systems.
• Provide other support in the pre-construction phase of development as requested.
• Review specifications for new projects and make recommendations for changes.
• Review submittals and provide recommendations to accept or reject specific MEP systems.  
• Review submittals for acceptability and make appropriate recommendations to the project team. 
• Review RFI’s for acceptability and make appropriate recommendations to the project team.
• Review other construction documents, drawings and specifications for construction projects as requested by Property Management, other engineers, project and construction managers, etc.
• Review tenant improvement project drawings and specifications to confirm appropriate tie-ins to building systems.
• Regularly walk the project site to ensure installation meets design specifications and develop an issues list for items needing correction by the project team.
• Review and approve commissioning procedures as prepared by the Project Commissioning Agent.
• Participate in the commissioning of all building systems in partnership with the project Commissioning Agent.
• Commission and review all MEP equipment on the project.
• Review change orders and recommendations for change that affect MEP systems. 
• Ensure the receipt of final permits, manuals, as built drawings, etc. at the completion of the construction project.
• Transition project from construction to operations with appropriate overlap to ensure operating engineer and building staff are fully knowledgeable of system operations.

Property Operations Support

• Regularly conduct on line (remote) review of building operating parameters and conditions to verify proper conditions and operation of the managed properties are being employed.  
• Assist with energy management of the portfolio.
• Regularly inspect operating projects and ensure that they are being run safely and efficiently, and the mechanical systems are in good working order.
• Make recommendations for operations, improvements and repair of building systems.  
• Provide technical assistance and problem solving skills to investigate and resolve engineering problems related to building operations.
• Be a technical advisor for operating engineers.
• Participate in retro-commissioning of existing projects.
• Review all construction documents, drawings and specifications for construction projects

Akridge believes that diversity and inclusivity are essential to positive long-term success and achieving our strategic buisnes goals. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage diverse and talented applicants to apply. All qualifed applicants will recieve consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please e-mail careers@akridge.com or call (202) 624-8626.

 

Date Posted: 12/19/2023

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Contact email: careers@akridge.com

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Client Services Coordinator – The Homer Building

December 2023


Akridge is a full-service commercial real estate company and a prominent investor and developer in the Washington, DC and North Carolina regions. We invest in, develop, and manage commercial real estate, from office buildings to mixed-use space. Since our founding in 1974, Akridge has acquired, developed, or entitled over 14 million square feet of commercial real estate and land. We believe in transforming the landscape of our nation’s capital through places that make working more productive, playing more delightful, and living in our city more harmonious. Akridge is committed to sustainable development and operating practices, and has been recognized as an Energy Star Top Performer and Energy Star Partner of the Year. Some of Akridge’s most notable projects include the 1 million square foot Gallery Place, the internationally recognized Homer Building, and the 3 million square foot Burnham Place air rights development project at Union Station. Akridge is proud to invest, build, and operate properties that provide lasting value for our investors, quality work environments for our Clients, and vibrant neighborhoods for our community. Our fully integrated platform allows us to enhance a property’s value throughout every stage of development and operations. We acquire and develop properties that generate consistent and strong, above-market returns for our investment partners. Our developments become destinations that attract high-quality Clients and make neighborhoods more desirable. Our comprehensive real estate knowledge and experience enables us to create smart investment strategies that respond to market opportunities. Our operating and development expertise gives us an unparalleled ability to execute these strategies and deliver exceptional results. Akridge invests like an operator, and operates like an investor.

Position Summary

The Client Services Coordinator is responsible to support the management and operation of first class commercial office buildings in the Akridge portfolio as assigned. The Client Services Coordinator’s primary obligation is to provide outstanding customer service to Clients, investors, and vendors. 

This position shall be responsible for supporting The Homer Building management team with an emphasis on conference center management. This position will primarily sit in Akridge’s management office at The Homer Building, 601 Thirteenth Street, NW.  Property assignments are subject to change from time to time.

The Client Services Coordinator will also coordinate with the Building Services, Leasing, Construction Management, and Accounting departments to provide outstanding customer service. 

This position reports directly to the Property Manager or Portfolio Manager of the assigned properties and works in cooperation with the Building Services staff, property management staff, other members of the building team, outside contractors, and in the service of all Building Clients.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage conference center reservations and billing report and processes. This role entails scheduling pre-event tours with the Client point of contact prior to the scheduled event, coordinating and supporting A/V needs, and post-event services such as logging out of systems.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship with tenant representatives by visiting each Client contact on a regular basis (at least twice per month)
• 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 Niche by Akridge
• Respond promptly to all Clients inquires and follow up with all requests for services
• Perform administrative duties including invoice approval, access security fob administration, and contact management, electronic filing, keeping meeting minutes, managing certificates of insurance, and other duties as assigned
• Assist Property Manager and/or Portfolio Manager with budget preparation and with writing monthly reports
• 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

Site Inspections and Building Operations

• 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
• Develop professional working relationships with Leasing, Construction Management, Development, and Building Services
• 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

Contractor Assignments

• 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.

Work Tickets

• Input work tickets as needed.  Close work tickets as requested by Property Manager and/or Portfolio Manager.
• Follow up status and classify for urgency.  Keep operations team advised of problems in the building.

Client Surveys

• Distribute annual Client survey forms to all Clients and coordinate with Property Manager and/or Portfolio Manager on follow- up of evaluations by letter and telephone.

Invoices

• Initiate invoices for all Client billable work performed by Akridge staff and outside contractors.
• Code all vendor invoices in accordance with the building budgets for approval by others.

Client Move-Ins

• Responsible for recurring procedures associated with Client move-ins including but not limited to:  preparation and presentation of welcome packages (flowers, lunch, information); initiation of recycling program; follow up on order of directory strips, suite and building signage

Special Projects

• 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

Conference Room Management

• 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

Spending Authority

• The Client Services Coordinator must obtain approval from the Property Manager prior to making any expenditure on behalf of the building in excess of $500.

Miscellaneous Responsibilities

• 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 sustainability plan.
• Assist with department-wide initiatives as assigned.

Position Qualifiations

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelors degree preferred
• High level of professionalism and the ability to deal with various personalities 
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills, 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 
• Client Services Coordinators will be expected to enroll in the Real Property Administrators curriculum with the intention of receiving a RPA designation within approximately three years and to become a public notary.

Akridge believes that diversity and inclusivity are essential to positive long-term success and achieving our strategic buisnes goals. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage diverse and talented applicants to apply. All qualifed applicants will recieve consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please e-mail careers@akridge.com or call (202) 624-8626.

Date Posted: 12/18/2023

Contact:

Contact email: careers@akridge.com

Description:

Building Manager

December 2023


Akridge is a full-service commercial real estate company and a prominent investor and developer in the Washington, DC and North Carolina regions. We invest in, develop, and manage commercial real estate, from office buildings to mixed-use space. Since our founding in 1974, Akridge has acquired, developed, or entitled over 14 million square feet of commercial real estate and land. We believe in transforming the landscape of our nation’s capital through places that make working more productive, playing more delightful, and living in our city more harmonious. Akridge is committed to sustainable development and operating practices, and has been recognized as an Energy Star Top Performer and Energy Star Partner of the Year. Some of Akridge’s most notable projects include the 1 million square foot Gallery Place, the internationally recognized Homer Building, and the 3 million square foot Burnham Place air rights development project at Union Station. Akridge is proud to invest, build, and operate properties that provide lasting value for our investors, quality work environments for our Clients, and vibrant neighborhoods for our community. Our fully integrated platform allows us to enhance a property’s value throughout every stage of development and operations. We acquire and develop properties that generate consistent and strong, above-market returns for our investment partners. Our developments become destinations that attract high-quality Clients and make neighborhoods more desirable. Our comprehensive real estate knowledge and experience enables us to create smart investment strategies that respond to market opportunities. Our operating and development expertise gives us an unparalleled ability to execute these strategies and deliver exceptional results. Akridge invests like an operator, and operates like an investor.??

Postiion Summary

The Building Manager is responsible to support the management and operation of first class commercial office buildings in the Akridge portfolio as assigned. The Building Manager’s primary obligation is to provide outstanding customer service to Clients, investors and vendors through innovative, responsible and responsive building management and financial management techniques. 

This position shall be responsible for supporting seven (7) assignments, primarily office properties, in the Akridge portfolio. This position will primarily sit in Akridge’s headquarters office, located at 601 Thirteenth Street NW, but will entail visiting properties regularly. Please note that assignments are subject to change.

The Building Manager will also coordinate with the Building Services, Leasing, Construction Management and Accounting departments to ensure outstanding customer service is provided to our Clients and Investors. 

This position reports directly to the Senior Property Manager or Property Manager of the assigned properties and works in cooperation with the Building Services staff, property management staff and other members of the building team, outside contractors, and in the service of all Building Clients.

Position Responsibilities 

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship with tenant representatives by visiting each Client contact on a regular basis (at least twice per month)
• 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.

Site Inspections and Building Operations

• 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.
• Develop professional working relationships with Leasing, Construction Management, Development and Building Services.
• 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.

Contractor Assignments

• 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.

Work Tickets

• 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.

Client Surveys

• 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.

Invoices

• Initiate invoices for all Client billable work performed by Akridge staff and outside contractors.
• Code all vendor invoices in accordance with the building budgets for approval by others.

Client Move-Ins

• 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.

Special Projects

• 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.

Conference Room Management (if applicable)

• 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

Spending Authority

• 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).

Miscellaneous Responsibilities

• 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.

Position Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelors degree preferred
• 2-3 years experience in commercial real estate preferred
• Experience with preparing and administering corporate budgets
• High level of professionalism and the ability to work with various personalities.
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and 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 and to become a notary republic.

Akridge believes that diversity and inclusivity are essential to positive long-term success and achieving our strategic buisnes goals. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage diverse and talented applicants to apply. All qualifed applicants will recieve consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please e-mail careers@akridge.com or call (202) 624-8626.