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Job Summary: Oversee and manage all phases of interior and exterior construction projects including but not limited to, overseeing third party consultants, subcontractors, vendors, laborers, material and equipment, developing and maintaining project schedules and budgets, and keeping projects in compliance with plans and specifications, managerial and administrative aspects, and estimating.

Job Duties, Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide deliverables and services that are attractive to our current and future tenants.
• Complete detailed development and construction budgets for future and current projects.
• Determine, select, and coordinate third party consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and laborers for cost effective and timely completion of projects.
• Review architectural, engineering, technical, and shop drawings to ensure that projects are built to project scope, plan specifications, and in compliance with municipal code and regulations.
• Develop and maintain project schedules to specified timelines.
• Process and maintain required paperwork including applications, permits, change orders, proposals, invoices, pay apps, lien waivers, and certificates of insurance.
• Develop and maintain quality and safety control measures throughout the project.
• Monitor all work to verify that the project is proceeding on schedule and within budget, including weekly reporting or updates to Regional Partner.
• Close out and turn over completed buildings and tenant upfits to Regional Partner in a timely fashion or per lease agreement.

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum seven years construction experience, commercial construction and field experience preferred, design build experience preferred
• Four-year degree in construction management, engineering degree preferred
• General knowledge of all construction trades and scopes of work and the ability to meet the physical demands of the job
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, MS SharePoint, MS Outlook, and Adobe/ Bluebeam.
• Good Communication Skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Due to the public nature of the development process, the position requires diplomacy and discretion

Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job.This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change periodically.

Submit your resume and cover letter to apply today.

Reports to: Assistant Vice President of Legal

Job Summary: This position supports the Leasing Department by drafting, revising and negotiating leases and related leasing matters.

 Job Duties:

• Drafting, reviewing, revising and negotiating leases and related transactional documents.
• Communicating with client’s lenders and opposing legal counsel.
• Analyzing leases and preparing lease abstracts.
• Drafting, organizing and circulating pertinent legal documents for department.
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Roles and Responsibilities:       

• Monitoring, maintaining and ensuring company’s compliance and performance under contracts and governing laws.
• Maintain confidentiality of the company and its clients.

• Communicating with opposing legal counsel, brokers, tenants, financial institutions and risk managers relative to leasing and related issues.
• Collaborating with all departments during lease negotiations relative to the nuances of each deal.
• Advising and communicating with all departments about deadlines, legal issues, and processes.
• Support and work with Assistant Vice President of Legal and general leasing team.

Job Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admitted to the Maryland Bar
• 3+ years Real Estate transactional experience
• Ability to work independently
• Superior attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively under pressure and with people at all levels, both inside and outside of the company
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point), Lexis Nexis, Maryland Land Records, State Department of Assessments and Taxation.

Benefits:

• Health and Dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA bonus
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Company paid life insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

The salary range for this role is expected to be: $120,000-$130,000

Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job.This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change periodically.

Submit your resume and cover letter to apply today.

Reports to: This individual reports to the Development Manager

Job Summary: This position entails support of the members of the development team. The objective of the position is to assist in moving land development projects through the site approval process, obtain construction permits, and assist in responding to interdepartmental requests related to land use, land development, zoning and building code issues.

Job Duties: Job duties include:

• Apply for and secure permits
• Aid in coordination and processing of development plans, construction documents, development agreements, and related materials
• Track projects as they move through the development and construction process
• Correspond regularly with the development team, including in‐house members and consultants to ensure team coordination
• Receive, distribute and maintain records of all development paperwork and design materials, and ensure that records are current at all times
• Filing, organization, and upkeep of project files, with the primary objective of ensuring that project files are continuously current
• Aid in preparation, execution and administration of development and construction related agreements and related materials
• Oversee the closeout of development and construction related agreements
• General support for interdepartmental needs pertaining to construction plans, land development, land use, zoning, and building code issues
• Assist with the preparation and presentation of weekly status briefings to senior management
• Occasionally organize and attend public forums, some of which are after‐hours

Job Qualifications: Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree required. Must be a self‐starter, have strong organizational skills, and possess strong oral and written communication skills. Must demonstrate the ability to work both within a team and independently on assigned tasks, including unsupervised work offpremises. The ideal candidate will have experience processing, coordinating and tracking applications for land development projects, with corresponding administrative experience.

Due to the public nature of the development process, the position requires diplomacy and discretion. Individual must be able to operate basic office equipment and demonstrate good organizational skills. Must posses a driver’s license. Work duties will take place on and off premises including office and field settings and includes some heavy lifting and transporting of various materials. Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job.

Benefits:

• Health and Dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA bonus
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Company paid life insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

The salary range for this role is expected to be: $60,000-$80,000

Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job.This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change periodically.

Submit your resume and cover letter to apply today.

Reports To: This individual reports to Executive Vice President, Development

Job Summary: This position entails oversight and management of consulting design professionals and interaction with various government review agencies involved in the review and approval of land development projects. It is a management level position. The objective of the position is to move land development projects through the entitlement and design approval process, and obtain construction permits. Additionally, this position will assist regional partners in other states with the due diligence and entitlement process. 

Job Duties: Essential duties include: 

• Interacting with government agencies for the purpose of obtaining approval of land development projects and building permits 
• Oversight of due diligence related to new acquisitions 
• Critical review of engineering plans to ensure company standards are met, and designs are cost effective. 
• Concurrent management of multiple development projects 
• Budget and schedule preparation and tracking 
• Weekly status briefings to senior management 
• Oversight of design efforts related to site development and shell building construction 
• Negotiating various public and private contracts and agreements relating to land development 
• Public and private presentations and or testimony relating to land development projects 
• Participation in before and after hours meetings, public forums, political functions and the like 
• Interface with construction personnel to facilitate smooth transition of project from design to construction. 
• Interdepartmental support primarily related to land use, land development, zoning and building code

Job Qualifications: 

• BS in engineering, or a four-year collegiate level degree, with five to seven years of civil site design experience including at least two years of project management experience, practical knowledge of the land development industry, and related due diligence experience. Commercial development experience preferred. 
• Must be a creative thinker with strong problem solving skills, possess strong oral and written communication skills, and demonstrate a willingness to accept responsibility and take initiative in advancing projects through the development process. 
• Position requires an understanding of federal, state, and local legislative processes as they relate to the regulation of land use and development. 
• Grant writing experience desired. 
• Individual must be able to operate basic office equipment such as a computer, scanner, copier, cellular phone, etc., and possess a driver’s license. 
• Work duties will take place on and off premises including office and field settings and includes the requirement to traverse undeveloped terrain containing varying vegetative coverings in all weather conditions. 

Benefits:

• Health and Dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA bonus
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Company paid life insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

The salary range for this role is expected to be: $125,000-$130,000

Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job.This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change periodically.

Submit your resume and cover letter to apply today.

Reports to: Vice President, Landscape 

Job Summary: The Landscape Architect / Landscape Designer is a member of the in-house team responsible for design related to site development, building shell and core construction, and property management, with a particular emphasis on the aesthetics of hardscape, landscape and public space design. The position entails interaction with, and management of, outside design professionals and contractors for various aspects of site and building related design and construction. This is a design position. The objective of the position is to collaborate with the Vice President, Landscape, and other team members, in conceptualizing and developing designs that ensure that the proper levels of aesthetic appeal are established and maintained within the company’s 24 million square foot real estate portfolio. 

Job Duties: Essential duties include: 

• In-house design related to landscape, hardscape and public spaces, and oversight of consultants regarding the development of designs relating to site development, building core and shell, and public spaces especially as the designs relate to aesthetics 
• Design efforts (both in-house and by consultants) related to ensuring business parks contain proper signage for site identification, wayfinding, and in-house corporate branding 
• Ongoing assessment of existing landscape and hardscape areas within the property management portfolio to assist property managers in developing immediate and long-term improvement plans as necessary to maintain aesthetic appeal of the properties 
• Design visualization including hand sketches, computer renderings, both 2D and 3D, and construction documentation of in-house projects. 
• Preparation of design plans and construction drawings for prospective tenants including leasing exhibits, tenant improvement plans, and signage with coordination between Construction, Leasing, and Tenant Improvement departments. 

Job Qualifications: A Bachelor of Landscape Architecture and a minimum of 5-7 years of design experience, including landscape and hardscape design with a strong knowledge of local plant material. Must have well-developed design skills, be proficient with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Vectorworks) and 3D modeling software (e.g., SketchUp, Lumion, Revit), and be a creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills. Applicant should have strong graphic design abilities, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

Must be able to operate basic office equipment such as a computer, scanner, copier, and cellular telephone, and possess a driver’s license. Work duties will take place on and off premises including office and field settings, and includes the requirement to traverse undeveloped terrain containing varying degrees of vegetative cover in all weather conditions. Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job. 

Benefits:

• Health and Dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA bonus
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Company paid life insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

The salary range for this role is expected to be: $90,000-$110,000

Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job.This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change periodically.

Submit your resume and cover letter to apply today.

 Reports to: Vice President of Interior Construction 

Job Summary: To provide both project and field management oversight for all phases of commercial interior construction and tenant improvements projects. 

Job Duties, Roles, and Responsibilities: 

• Coordinate field workers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure that project plans and specifications are followed. 
• Confer with leasing agents, design professionals, and clients to discuss and resolve matters such as lease obligations, work procedures, means/methods, and construction problems. 
• Monitor all work daily to verify that project is proceeding on schedule and within required budget. 
• Develop and track weekly project schedules for the sequencing and completion of tenant improvement projects within timelines determined by leases agreements. 
• Prepare and submit detailed budget estimates. 
• Review bids and scopes to select and coordinate the work of subcontractors. 
• Accurately maintain cost control tracking reports and job cost-to-complete forecasts. 
• Review architectural and engineering drawings to make sure that all project scope, specifications, municipal code, and regulations are followed. 
• Develop and maintain quality and safety control measures throughout projects. 
• Process all paperwork including change orders, proposals to clients, and invoices to be paid. 

Job Qualifications: 

• Commercial Interiors experience – minimum of 3 years or more of experience supervising construction projects. 
• General knowledge of all construction trades and scopes of work. 
• Bachelor’s degree required with a specialization in Construction Management or Engineering or an equivalent professional experience preferred. 
• Proficiency with MS Project, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook required. Estimating and on-screen take-off abilities a plus. 
• Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency. 
• Clear written and verbal communication skills. 
• Dedication to client service and customer delight. 

Benefits:

• Health and Dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA bonus
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Company paid life insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

The salary range for this role is expected to be: $85,000-$105,000

Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job.This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change periodically.

Submit your resume and cover letter to apply today.

Reports to: Regional Partner, Frederick Maryland

Job Summary: This position offers a dual-role responsible for supporting both marketing needs and office administration. This position is ideal for a highly organized, proactive individual with a keen ability to multitask and communicate clearly with several stakeholders. In this position, the ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the overall office administrative operations and for marketing coordination including, but not limited to, supporting the Regional Partner, Development, Construction, Leasing, and Property Management Departments.

The primary objective of this position is to assist in the management of the daily office operations and manage regional marketing activities such as, but not limited to, events, leasing signage, brochures, eblasts, website updates, and more, in coordination with SJP corporate marketing staff (offsite). This is an in-person (non-remote) position, based in Frederick, Maryland. This position also requires the ability to travel to local municipalities and out-of-town events.

Job Responsibilities:

• Distribute, review, and code invoices and utility bills
• Manage and track monthly employee credit-card expense forms
• Organize and maintain files and documents, ensuring confidentiality and easy access
• Change network backup drive daily
• Schedule and organize internal and external meetings
• Manage subscriptions and professional memberships
• Plan and manage the logistics around corporate events including broker outings, open houses, tenant appreciation events, holiday parties, ground breakings, ribbon cuttings, speaking events, etc.
• Handle travel arrangements and accommodations for staff, as needed
• Travel to properties to obtain current pictures of newly available space and place for lease signs
• Order and design “for lease” signs as needed with sign vendor
• Check signage often on existing properties to see if any replacements or repairs are needed
• Check and paint (if needed) “for lease” sign supports and posts
• Create 360-degree tours of newly vacant and newly remodeled spaces (company-supplied professional camera is available)
• Take headshots of new employees (company-supplied professional camera is available)
• Coordinate professional photography of parks, buildings, and tenant spaces
• Create Social Media postings (and take photography) to announce new projects, events, tenants, etc.
• Order St. John Properties promotional items and apparel
• Assist with onboarding new employees, including setting up workstations and providing necessary resources
• Order and ship gifts/gift baskets for key relationships
• Coordinate and draft press release content
• Ability to positively interact regularly with clients, tenants, outside vendors and suppliers
• Setup drone photography
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• 1-2 years’ experience within a commercial real estate environment
• Basic photography experience/knowledge
• Computer knowledge with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and continual attention to detail
• Demonstrate ability to work independently with a problem-solving approach, as well as within a team environment
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Ability to establish priorities and meet tight deadlines

Benefits:

• Health and Dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA bonus
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Company paid life insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

The salary range for this role is expected to be: $60,000-$80,000

Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job.This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change periodically.

Submit your resume and cover letter to apply today.

Reports to: Regional Partner, Raleigh, North Carolina

Job Summary: Oversee and manage all phases of construction projects including but not limited to, overseeing third party consultants, subcontractors, vendors, laborers, material and equipment, developing and maintaining project schedules and budgets, and keeping projects in compliance with plans and specifications.

Job Duties, Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide products and services that are attractive to our current and future tenants.
• Complete detailed development and construction budgets for future and current projects.
• Determine, select, and coordinate third party consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and laborers for cost effective and timely completion of projects.
• Review architectural, engineering, technical, and shop drawings to ensure that projects are built to project scope, plan specifications, and in compliance with municipal code and regulations.
• Develop and maintain project schedules to specified timelines.
• Process and maintain required paperwork including applications, permits, change orders, proposals, invoices, pay apps, lien waivers, and certificates of insurance.
• Develop and maintain quality and safety control measures throughout the project.
• Monitor all work to verify that the project is proceeding on schedule and within budget, including weekly reporting or periodic updates to Regional Partner.
• Close out and turn over completed buildings and tenant upfits to Regional Partner in a timely fashion or per lease agreement.

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum three years construction experience, commercial construction and field experience preferred
• Four-year degree in construction management/engineering or similar field.
• General knowledge of all construction trades and scopes of work
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, MS SharePoint, MS Outlook, and Adobe/ Bluebeam.
• Good Communication Skills
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Due to the public nature of the development process, the position requires diplomacy and discretion

Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change periodically.

Submit your resume and cover letter to apply today.

Reports to:  Director of Property Management

Job Summary: The Maintenance Technician performs general building maintenance tasks.

Job Duties:

• Locates and repairs roof leaks in all type of roofs including single ply rubber roofs and built up roofs
• Repairs/ installs skylights, doors, windows, downspouts, gutters, locks,
• Caulks doors and window
• Patches paved areas utilizing cold patching materials
• Puts up wall framing
• Hangs drywall, finishes drywall, patches holes
• Repairs and installs sidewalks and other flat concrete surfaces
• Installs, repairs, and maintains all components in plumbing systems including, but not limited to, faucets, valves, piping, traps, toilets, sinks, and hot water heaters
• Installs, repairs and maintains all HVAC systems including, but not limited to, space heaters, air conditioners, heat pumps, split systems, electric, oil and gas fired heaters.
• Installs, repairs and maintains all components in building electrical systems including, but not limited to, wiring, lights, switches, breakers, transformers, and outlets.

Roles and Responsibilities: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for completing service requests in a timely and proper manner.  This role is also responsible for keeping good tenant relations.  The Maintenance Technician works closely with the Director of Property Manager.

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• Valid Utah Drivers License
• HVAC certification preferred.
• Ability to perform work in a safe manner.
• Knowledge of routine building maintenance and repair techniques
• Ability to read and perform arithmetic computations.
• Ability to read site plans, schematic drawings, and building plans.
• Ability to use hand tools
• Ability to use power tools
• Must be able to work in all types of weather
• Must be able to set up, take down and climb extension ladders to perform roof work
• Ability to communicate with tenants and to make tenants happy in conjunction with work that is done
• 5 years of related experience

Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change periodically.

Submit your resume and cover letter to apply today.