About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and driven Renovations Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have an architectural background with experience in home renovations, a genuine interest in sustainability and urban planning, and a knack for building relationships. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that our renovations are completed on time and that we adhere to local regulations. Everyone on the team pitches in with sales and this role is no different, giving you the opportunity to gather customer feedback on completed projects.
The successful candidate will join an energetic, multi-faceted team where everyone gets their hands dirty and is unashamedly authentic. The UrbanWave team is highly collaborative and motivated by growth and constant improvement. The successful candidate would enjoy exploring new opportunities, innovating solutions to scale our projects and the exciting pace of a values-based startup.
What You'll Do
- With the rest of the UrbanWave team, coordinate all phases, from concept to completion, including design development, contract documentation, and contract administration/management.
- Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, layout drawings and visuals to kickstart the design process, material selection and specification lists for the sales process.
- Visit the site(s) on a regular basis to ensure construction works conform to the local authorities’ rules and regulations and our specifications.
- Communicate with contractors on construction details, including resolving problems on site and coordinating internally and with other parties where necessary.
- Work with the Renovations Team and contractors to keep projects on schedule and within scope/budget.
- Assist in optimising and automating existing, tedious paperwork and processes with guidance from other team members.
- Manage neighbour communications including notifying start of works and invitations to open houses.
- Support the sales of our renovated houses to potential customers through various mediums including house viewings and open houses while gathering feedback from leads.
Requirements
- Diploma/Degree in architecture.
- 3 years of experience in home renovations, architecture or the real estate industry.
- Advanced knowledge of drafting software including AutoCAD and Sketch-Up.
- Basic knowledge of administrative software including Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Drive.
- Strong project management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with vendors and customers.
- Strong motivation to innovate and implement solutions to scale productivity.
- Passion for sustainability and urban planning stewardship with a genuine interest in promoting sustainable housing solutions.
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of local authority regulations and industry dynamics.
- Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
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Perks
- Birthday leave! (Because you shouldn't be working on your birthday)
- Medical insurance reimbursement (includes medical outpatient claims)
- Work gadget allowance
- Lifestyle and mental health allowance (yes, that covers your gym membership!)
- Public transport allowance
- Upskilling and learning opportunities
- Fun company activities (online gaming squad, book club, climbing, painting, embroidery, hiking, yoga, badminton, and more!)
- Unlimited pantry snacks and drinks
About the Company
URBANMETRY is a city data company that uses spatial data and advanced analytics to help corporations make informed business decisions and build better cities.
About the team
UrbanWave is a home upcycling programme where we purchase and transform old, subsale, landed houses in prime neighbourhoods into modern, liveable homes while striving to maintain the original features of the house. We then resell the homes to homebuyers at competitive prices.
CAREERS
Urbanmetry is seeking to win the data intelligence game in the housing and city planning industry. To succeed, we are always on the lookout for candidates who have a myriad of weapons in their arsenal.
We are a nerdy bunch but if you love data and/or cities, drop us a note at careers@urbanmetry.com.
Maybe it is a start to a new adventure with us.