Project Manager II

Company Description

AIR Communities is one of the country's largest owners and operators of multifamily housing, managing high-quality communities across the country! At AIR, we value integrity, respect, collaboration, customer focus, and performance. These values are brought to life by our teammates, who are ultimately responsible for our success. When you join our team, you'll work alongside the most dedicated professionals in the industry and open the door to unlimited career opportunities.

We seek motivated professionals who excel in customer service and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you're inclined towards more challenging tasks and aspire to exceed expectations, our environment may align better with your ambitions, join us!

Job Description

We are looking for a Project Manager II to join our Field Operations Support Team in Denver, CO. You will support the team with the day-to-day management of projects and programs across our portfolio.

Where You Will Work 

Our corporate office is located in the Denver Tech Center. Our office spans several floors of the building and features expansive views of the mountains and the downtown skyline. 

AIR values relationships and the benefits from working side by side with teammates, therefore this position will be in-office 5 days a week to support operations, with occasional travel to support projects onsite at different locations.

What You Will Do

Project Management/Oversight

• Oversee day-to-day operations of centralized service programs for new community onboarding, transitions, and operational stabilization
• Translate strategic objectives into executable project plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Manage interdependencies across projects to ensure seamless execution and avoid operational bottlenecks
• Monitor program performance against KPIs, SLAs, and operational benchmarks

Schedule and Workflow Management

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, workplans, and task tracking systems
• Coordinate cross functional timelines to ensure alignment between centralized teams and onsite operations
• Identify risks to timelines and proactively implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure adherence to deadlines for reporting cycles, financial processes, and resident facing workflows

Reporting and Data Management

• Build, maintain, and optimize reporting files and dashboards (e.g., Excel, Asana, BI tools)
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
• Deliver regular performance reporting to Senior Leadership with actionable insights

Process Optimization

• Document and continuously refine standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements to drive scalability and cost efficiency
• Support automation and technology integration efforts where applicable
• Ensure consistent execution of processes across all properties and regions

Training and Change Management

• Design and facilitate training programs for both centralized teams and onsite staff
• Develop training materials, playbooks, and onboarding resources for new processes and systems
• Lead change management initiatives to support adoption of centralized services

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a primary liaison between centralized teams and onsite teams
• Communicate program updates, performance results, and operational changes clearly and consistently
• Gather feedback from stakeholders and incorporate into process improvements
• Support escalation management and resolution of complex operational issues

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Two or more years of related prior project management experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Collaborative, professional approach to building positive relationships across the organization.
• Ability to travel as necessary to review project progress and perform site visits.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent is preferred.

Additional Information

AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance at the individual, team and company levels. We start with a competitive base salary and add bonus opportunities and benefit choices topped off with:

• Expected base salary of $80,000- $100,000. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experienc