Real Estate Project Manager

Real Estate And Property Management

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General Statement of Duties : Performs technical and professional duties in project management, property acquisition, leasing, space management and contract negotiations.

Distinguishing Features of the Class : An employee in this class is responsible for performing technical and professional duties in the disposition of County-owned property. The employee manages furnishings, fit and finish of office space across the County. The employee handles leases for and by the County for real estate property. Work involves managing projects related real estate, space management, space upfits, moving logistics and leasing, The employee works with the County Attorney's office; ensuring compliance with established policy and regulations. This position requires contact with citizens, County employees and contractors therefore tact, diplomacy and courtesy are required. Considerable knowledge of methods, practices and techniques and terminology of project management and real property management is required. Some independent judgment is required as to how and when established procedures or guidelines are to be applied, and in setting priorities of tasks among multiple assigned projects. Work is performed under the immediate supervision of the Real Estate and Property Management Division Director and is evaluated through meetings, periodic audits of completed assignments and compliance with established rules and regulations.

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties and Tasks include, but are not limited to :

• Handles leases, renewals and negotiations for properties leased by the county
• Reviews proposed terms with Facilities leadership team and affected departments that hold the lease.
• Coordinates leasing issues with the Division Director; maintains lease records, collects security deposits and rent checks.
• Maintains records of County-owned real estate and a property inventory; maintains and updates files for surplus properties.
• Drafts and processes contracts for appraisals, surveys and other services for real estate needs and surplus property sale.
• Works with the Facilities Maintenance Manager to determine maintenance needs for properties.
• Works with other County departments on land management issues; assists with real estate acquisition; orders surveys, and environmental assessments; assists with County property acquisition needs for capital projects.
• Receives and handles complaints from citizens, internal customers, and contractors and provides solutions.
• Manages space needs requests, communicates to Facilities Director and other departmental staff to allocate office space as needed.
• Maintains an accurate record of building floorplans and space utilization. Works with Finance to allocate building fixed costs based on occupancy.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

Work in this class is described as being sedentary and seldom requires much physical exertion to complete tasks. Work typically involves the ability to physically perform the basic life operational functions of reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions. Employee regularly operates a variety of machinery and equipment, including telephones, computers, calculators, copiers, facsimile machines, etc. Work necessitates visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned in preparing and analyzing figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal viewing and extensive reading. Working conditions include inside and outside environmental conditions. Driving is Essential. Driving is an essential requirement of this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria. If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.

Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.

We are excited about the opportunity of having you as a prospective new employee! You probably already know our county is a wonderful county to live in, but did you know it is also a wonderful place to work?

Below are a few of the reasons why we love working for Guilford County.

We offer Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare) to all benefitted employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The shared cost of the premium is based on scheduled / budgeted hours. If you are a full-time employee working 40 hours a week you can expect to pay less than $35 a month for medical coverage, dental coverage for $4 a month and vision coverage for $5 a month. That's less than $45 a month for medical, dental & vision coverage; that's unheard of.

Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits are available to you with no copay or out of pocket expense.

We are excited to inform you Guilford County has an Employee Wellness Center (24 / 7 access) with strength training equipment, cardio machines and a group exercise room with virtual or in person coaching from our Wellness Specialist!

Employee Assistance Program, 100% funded by the county. A superb benefit for you and your family absolutely free. Confidential help with personal or work-related issues.

13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 12 vacation days a year. That's 37 paid days a year, totaling almost 2 months of paid time off.

Employer contributes 5% into your 401(k) - no match required.

Enrollment in the State Retirement Plan by contributing 6%.

Longevity pay beginning at five years of service.

We provide a $10,000 Life and AD&D benefit to eligible employees.

Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside tax-free dollars for health care and dependent care.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.