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 on-site Facilities Manager (FM) reports directly to USIP Director of Facilities and is responsible for providing administrative, operational, and conference center support to the building.
The FM must be capable of assisting in managing vendors and the facility in the absence of the Director. The FM will also be responsible for the specific duties outlined, as well as other duties as assigned.
Position Responsibilities:
The FM will primarily support the Akridge, USIP and Facilities teams with the following duties.
Administrative Responsibilities in support of Operational Team:
- Day-to-day communication with the Facilities Team is imperative.
- Prepare weekly Facilities operational calendar, outlining events and schedules
- Assist with coordination of all contractors visiting USIP, through direct communication with Engineering and USIP Security.
- Review and approve property invoices for USIP processing.
- Participate in Facilities Project meetings, walkthroughs, and update minutes accordingly.
- Work directly with contractors/vendors to obtain cost proposals for various projects.
- Prepare and update vendor contracts and spreadsheets.
- Prepare and submit monthly investor report for Director of Facilities review and approval.
- Perform facilities inspections and prepare necessary reports.
- Assist in the implementation and maintenance of operational policies and procedures; including Akridge S: Drive, Akridge Document Management System (DMS), USIP page on Akridge portal and other Akridge manuals.
- Preparation of annual operating budget and reports for the facility.
- Other duties as assigned by USIP.
Administrative Responsibilities in support of Events Production & Protocol (EPP):
- Assist with Facilities coordination for EPP day, evening, and weekend events.
- Serve as liaison between Facilities, EPP, Security, and Administrative Services.
- Complete staffing plans for each event based on cost grid, Banquet Event Order (BEO) and logistical memo.
- Communicate with engineering staff regarding any mechanical, electrical, or plumbing requests from conference center participants, including occupancy comfort issues.
- Track and bill engineering and janitorial OT, obtain Director of Facilities approval and submit to EPP for final processing.
- Attend weekly BEO meetings and maintain BEO binder.
- Prepare EPP cost proposals and final reconciliations for events; includes invoicing and tracking of any damages.
- Prepare and distribute Special Event Notifications (SEN) summarizing events to USIP staff; completed on a case-by-case basis.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelors degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university
- Minimum of three (3) years experience in commercial property management or facilities management (Class A preferred)
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills as well as attention to detail
- Time management and prioritization skills
- Comprehensive working knowledge or Outlook, Word, Adobe, and Excel
- Strong ability to multitask and sense of expediency, accuracy, and cooperation
- Energetic, assertive, and positive demeanor
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 business goals. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage diverse and talented applicants to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
