1.  07/28/10 Property Accountant

Urban Retail Properties, LLC a leader in leasing and management of regional malls, has an immediate opening for an Accountant with a BS in accounting degree, with at least 5 years of retail work experience and Excel proficiency. A successful candidate will have a proven track record of handling a multitude of responsibilities, ability to meet strict deadlines, excellent communication skills, and flexible to work overtime as needed. Based at The Shops of Grand River, in Leeds, Alabama, this position includes reporting, lease administration, collections, disbursements, budget preparation, expense recovery billings, and special projects as requested. Experience with retail property management accounting, MRI, and CAM recovery preferred. Please send your resume with salary history to: General Manager, The Shops of Grand River, 3660 Grandview Parkway, Suite 100, Birmingham, AL 35243, Fax: (205) 699-3701, or via e-mail at UnderhillJ@UrbanRetail.com. NO CALLS PLEASE. EOE.

Financial assistance for relocation to this position is not currently budgeted.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k, and time off benefits.

2. 07/26/10 Field Service Supervisor

At Honeywell, we look for people driven by a desire to contribute, be challenged and grow. Our people make Honeywell a special company and are a key competitive advantage.

The Field Service Supervisor is responsible to the Field Service Leader to lead a team of service technicians and/or hourly service personnel. The Field Service Supervisor will maintain the highest degree of customer satisfaction by and participating in, providing work direction of and scheduling a group of service personnel through technical expertise, training and leadership to ensure that assigned service contracts and jobs meet contract requirements, installation requirements and customer requirements and that they achieve financial cost plans. You will contribute to future sales potential by ensuring satisfaction of present customers and generation of sales leads to the Service Account Specialist and Sales teams.

The following are the main Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Ensure timely and cost-effective start-up of maintenance contracts, and efficient and timely installation of jobs, providing maintenance according to contract requirements, and ensuring customer concerns/complaints are resolved in a timely manner.
• Implements corrective actions to ensure costs are consistent with financial plans. Responsible for negotiating subcontract agreements as required, and serving as a primary contact. Utilize the Service Management Systems (SMS) and contract Labor Loading Process to establish an effective work plan which maximizes the capabilities of each team member and provide prompt customer service and ensure that requirements and commitments of each contract are met.
• Perform and/or provide expert counsel on scheduled, preventative maintenance on any equipment/system under contract agreement by inspecting, and checking equipment to ensure it is in satisfactory working order.
• Respond to or assist other Service Specialists responding to emergency service calls to keep system downtime to a minimum. Provide counsel, coaching and leadership and/or analyze, trouble-shoot, repair and restore equipment/systems to a full operation and recommend revisions/replacements when necessary for effectiveness.
• Support Sales by assisting with job site survey, reviewing estimates for accuracy, participating in sales promotion programs, and providing technical training and guidance. Participates in the Estimate Review Process as required.
• Contribute to accident and illness prevention by ensuring that safe work practices are implemented, and that the work environment is safe; provide safety training as required by OSHA and Honeywell safety policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 3 years' experience working with HVAC, fire alarm, security, electronic and mechanical systems.
• Minimum two years' experience working with MS Office products.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Demonstrated ability to manage contracts and jobs.
•Primary orientation towards process/systems, speed, cost, quality, customer value creation and results.
•Cognitive skills, Analytical and Problem Solving skills, as well as the ability to provide sound reliable judgment in complex situations.
•Excellent Communication skills.
• Operational planning and execution skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
•Leadership skills; including conflict resolution; ability to motivate; build high performance and cross functional teams. Encourage accountability; ability to foster learning; highly developed
communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills; including ability to quickly establish and maintain rapport at all levels.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a matrix driven team environment and a win-win orientation.
• High School Diploma required.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.

Honeywell Building Solutions (HBS) is a strategic business unit in Automation and Control Solutions (ACS). HBS installs and maintains the systems to help keep buildings and facilities safe, secure, comfortable and cost-efficient, and is a leading provider of energy efficiency solutions worldwide. HBS Specializes in service of critical building systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), building automation, fire, security and energy management.

All applicants must apply at: www.careersathoneywell.com. The job number for this position is 131806. Put this number in the field that says “keywords/job number” and submit. The job description will come up and you will be able to apply directly to this position on that page.

3. 06/22/10   Manager of Technical Services

The Manager of Technical Services will organize and direct engineering teams of one or more properties and will assist the on site Chief Engineer and General Manager, by providing operational expertise and hands–on engineering management.  The Manager of Technical Services will ensure that all corporate standards are implemented and followed; promote and facilitate the safe and efficient operation of assigned buildings and work to maintain the integrity and value of the physical assets. 

 

Primary Functions

 

1.    Provide long-range and intermediate strategic planning for technical support services for assigned properties.

 

2.    Provide oversight for the safe and efficient operation of assigned properties.

 

3.    Responsible for ensuring compliance with all Carter safety standards and engineering policies and procedures.

 

4.    Make recommendations for policy and procedural changes as warranted by property requirements and/or code changes.

 

5.    Assist the Chief Engineers and General Managers in the preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets.

 

6.    Monitor and help manage budgeted expenses and assist in preparing detailed reports and variances.

 

7.    Administer and monitor utility usage and ensure that excess electricity and utilities are billed appropriately.

 

8.    Prepare financial and project status reports on assigned major projects.

 

9.    Recommend purchases and review contracts for purchase of equipment and supplies necessary for managing, operating and maintaining the properties.

 

10.  Review and recommend contracts for building services. Monitor performance of services and recommend contracts for HVAC maintenance, electrical maintenance, life safety systems and others as assigned.  Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.

 

11.  Review tenant space requirements and special needs.  Review preliminary space plans with Chief Engineer.  If needed, attend pre-construction meetings, coordinate contractor access and participate in walk through inspections.  Interface with tenant coordinator or construction manager as needed.

 

12.  Ensure establishment of permanent records and base building documents, including as-built drawings.

 

13.  Responsible for administering major repair and maintenance projects, including recommending, developing scope of work and, pricing.        

 

14.  Perform other duties as assigned.

 

 

 

Requirements (Competencies, Experience, Education)

 

Experience

 

Minimum seven (7) years of comprehensive facility and property management experience with specific emphasis on maintenance of commercial HVAC and facilities/office building infrastructure.  Building design and construction/project management experience is necessary.

 

Education & Training

 

·         BS/BA degree from a university or college accredited through a Regional Accrediting Association. 

·         NAPE license, BOMI RPA, SMA, FMA designations or state licenses are a plus.

 

Competencies

 

1.    Solid knowledge of fire and life safety systems and their interaction with other buildings systems, as well as knowledge of electrical systems and controls.

 

2.    Demonstrated skills in facility inspections, and development of written findings and recommendations.  This would include scenario documentation subsequent to incidents or failures.

 

3.    Demonstrated skills in reviewing both existing and new MEP drawings for feasibility, operational effectiveness and long-term maintenance requirements.

 

4.    Strong written communication skills with proven examples of written due-diligence reports showing attention to detail and timeliness of response.

 

5.    Proven ability to handle multiple priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously while completing tasks and assignments by required deadlines.

 

6.    Working knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines, EPA guidelines, building codes, NFPA codes and associated documents, and the impact these codes and guidelines have on property and facility operations.

 

7.    Strong interpersonal, customer service and verbal communication skills.  Should possess the ability to assess the skill level of the particular individual in order to act (or react) in a manner that supports the individual.

 

8.    Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

 

9.    Proficient computer skills in spreadsheets and word processing using MS Office.  Ability to learn new software technology.

 

10.  Demonstrated skills in technical analysis, technical problem solving and quality control in multiple facilities.  Candidate should be prepared to furnish technical assistance and guidance along with systematic trouble shooting by phone during outage conditions.

 

11.  Proven ability to work effectively under pressure, to meet deadlines, to maintain sense of urgency, and to have an overall strong work ethic while having the ability to be flexible. 

 

12.  Competent in project management and personnel development skills.

 

13.  Maintenance of a valid driver’s license. 

 

 

 

Apply online at our website, www.carterusa.com

Job requisition # 33819

Carter is a Drug Free Workplace, Equal Opportunity Employer

 

4. 06/18/2010 - Administrative Assistant

Job Description:

• Provides administrative support to a General Manager and Vice President. Responsible for the management of multiple properties, including but not limited to faxing, filing, typing and critical/heavy telephone support.

• Coordinates extensive travel arrangements for business travel, conferences, and departmental meetings

• Coordinates all property(s) paper products contract and needs

• Maintains all files, including correspondence, reading files and property documentation

• Assists with responsibilities related to positions held in real estate organizations (IREM, IFMA)

• Maintains property management standards documentation, vendor database(s), and yearly operating expense analysis

• Produces monthly accounting reports as needed

• Knowledge of MRI accounting software

• Bookkeeping skills

• Accounts payable and billing experience

• Other duties and projects as assigned

Required Skills:

• A minimum of 5 years administrative assistant experience with in a commercial real estate environment preferred

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel spreadsheet skills

• Individual must possess a positive attitude, high level of flexibility, effective communicator, detail oriented with strong organizational skills, a sense of urgency, ability to work with minimal supervision, focus on completing assigned tasks in a timely manner, and a willingness to get involved

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

• Ability to handle confidential information professionally

• Bachelor's degree preferred
  
  
  Please apply online at www.Carterusa.com

Carter USA is a commercial real-estate, property development and management corporation.