Unit Renovation Project Manager

Paragon Properties•Bingham Farms, MI

70d

About The Position

The Unit Renovation Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing interior renovation programs across the multifamily portfolio. This role ensures unit upgrades are completed on time, within budget, and to established quality standards, while maintaining strong communication between ownership, contractors, and on-site operations. The Project Manager plays a critical role in modernizing communities, elevating the resident experience, and supporting revenue-enhancing value-add initiatives. The Unit Renovation Project Manager may assist with the coordination and execution of capital improvement projects across the portfolio by helping develop scopes of work, preparing and managing contracts, tracking project progress, and ensuring quality control. The Unit Renovation Project Manager will be responsible for maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures regarding contract administration. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must be able to foster positive relationships with vendors, contractors, owners, residents, and internal teams.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, college-level education (preferred)
3-5 years of experience in multifamily unit renovations, construction management, or related project management.
Strong understanding of interior construction trades (flooring, cabinetry, electrical, plumbing, appliances, etc.).
Proven track record managing multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
Excellent communication, organization, and vendor management skills.
Strong attention to detail
Ability to interpret scopes of work, proposals, contracts, and construction-related documents.
Computer proficiency, including MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe, Foxit software.
Exceptional customer service skills
Professional appearance and demeanor
Basic math skills
Satisfactory credit screening background check
Able to work independently with minimal guidance
Reliable and dependable attendance at the work site
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing assignments and priorities
Ability to walk units, climb stairs, inspect work in progress, and move through active job sites.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. as needed to review materials or assist with inspections.
Pre-employment background check, drug screening and physicals are required before employment begins.

Nice To Haves

YARDI experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Develop and manage detailed renovation schedules, ensuring units are completed within targeted timelines to support leasing and occupancy needs.
Conduct pre-walks of units to verify required scopes of work and identify any special considerations prior to scheduling.
Prepare and review scopes of work, ensuring alignment with asset specifications and design standards.
Coordinate with site teams on unit readiness, access, vendor communication, and turn schedules.
Identify and help resolve any issues or obstacles that could impact project delivery.
Perform renovation tasks as required, and time permits to ensure completion on time and within budget.
Assist with securing bids, negotiating pricing, and awarding contracts in coordination with ownership.
Conduct contractor and site-team kick-off meetings to review expectations, site rules, and timelines.
Perform routine quality control inspections to verify workmanship, materials, and adherence to standards.
Address vendor performance issues promptly and professionally; enforce corrective measures as needed.
Assist with maintaining project budgets and tracking spending for each renovation.
Review invoices, change orders, and vendor billing for accuracy and approval.
Provide weekly progress updates, including unit status, timelines, variances, and challenges.
Support annual budgeting by providing cost benchmarks, project forecasts, and capital planning insights.
Partner with site teams to minimize disruption to residents and leasing operations during renovations.
Communicate unit availability timelines clearly to leasing managers to support pre-leasing.
Work closely with Maintenance Service Managers to ensure building systems, utilities, or repairs align with renovation planning.
Assist Asset Management in evaluating product selections, design trends, and long-term quality options.
Perform periodic site visits to verify work quality, take progress photos, and report on status to both Operations teams and Ownership.
Provide recommendations for process enhancements and automation opportunities.
Ensure adherence to brand standards, approved materials, workmanship requirements, and installation protocols.
Maintain documentation including photos, checklists, punch lists, and completed inspection records.
Ensure safety policies, fair housing guidelines, and contractor requirements are always followed.
Assist the Regional Facilities Manager and Ownership in developing detailed scopes of work for exterior improvements, amenity upgrades, and other capital projects.
Draft, review, and manage vendor contracts, notice of commencements, notice of furnishings and change orders in accordance with company policies.
Track project timelines, budgets, and documentation to ensure smooth execution and accountability.
Maintain project files, logs, and documentation for all capital projects including contracts, invoices, change orders, and approvals. Ensure records are accurate and up to date in the centralized repository.
Assist with development of specifications, policies, and procedures.
Any other duties and special projects assigned.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental and optical insurance with a minimal waiting period for enrollment
Company paid life and disability insurance
Guaranteed Full-Time 40 hour per week schedule
Paid time off and 9 company paid holidays
401(k) program with an employer contribution
Annual performance bonus potential
Employee Recognition Program
Rent Discount

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