Kevin T. Washington

* ******* ***, **** ****** NJ 07052

(Email) ad3p2q@r.postjobfree.com (Cell) 201-***-****

Objective

To obtain a position within the real estate, property management or construction management industry and apply my professional experience of 10+ years as a senior project manager to contribute to the success of the company.

Professional Experience

AR Management – Mount Arlington, NJ April 2023 - Present

Regional Property Manager

I am a regional property manager overseeing a team of 5 property managers who manage a portfolio of 28 HOA communities that contains about 2,000 doors. I also oversee the after-hours emergency call system 24/7, to provide rapid response to homeowner’s emergency needs. I am the property manager for the largest HOA community in our company’s portfolio, which is 600 units.

Manage Finances

Maintaining the association's finances is one of my key responsibilities.

Prepare forecast budgets and negotiate contracts.

Oversee all project costs across the company portfolio.

Execute everyday financial tasks and maintain records.

Create a solid yearly budget for HOA communities.

Provide suggestions to the HOA board to avoid unexpected charges.

Enforce Community Policies

Adhere to governing documents to maintain order and quality of life in residential HOA communities.

Promote property value preservation.

Preserve community aesthetics.

Enhance safety and resolve neighborhood disputes.

Provide clear governance.

Coordinate with Vendors

Coordinate vendors by confirming that essential services, like landscaping and maintenance, are regularly delivered.

Negotiate vendor contracts to help HOAs secure favorable terms and cost-effective pricing.

Solicit competitive bids from vendors so HOAs can get the best value for their money.

Oversee quality control so that services meet the community's standards, preserving reputation and property values.

Manage costs by optimizing vendor expenses so the HOA can reduce fees for residents while maintaining service quality, making the community more attractive.

Act as a point of contact to streamline communication and administrative tasks, freeing up HOA board members' time to focus on community improvements.

Handle compliance and legal matters, certifying that vendors comply with regulations and insurance requirements to protect the HOA from legal and liability issues.

Respond to emergencies through established vendor relationships to prevent further damage during crises.

Reduce Risk

Regulate safety hazards.

Address outstanding risk.

Endorse that all community members are well-informed about potential risks affecting their community.

Complete Administrative Office Duties

Assist HOA with budgeting.

Coordinate board meetings and document meeting minutes.

Answer phone calls, voicemails, and emails.

Create and maintain reports as needed.

Cooperate with tasks related to accounting or invoicing.

Plan agendas and events when necessary.

Oversee Sites

Manage bulk trash and yard maintenance requests.

Ensure that large playgrounds or outdoor equipment are correctly stored and common and recreational centers are appropriately tended to.

Regulate vendors to confirm that maintenance requests and contract jobs are accurately completed.

Keep an open line of communication with residents.

Act as the liaison between residents and the HOA board to address concerns, share information, and foster a harmonious community environment.

Establish transparent and efficient communication.

Guide the board to disseminate important details, updates, and notices to residents, and inform them about community news, rules, and upcoming events.

Dixon Leasing – Jersey City NJ July 2013 – January 2023 Senior Project Manager

Directly responsible for property maintenance and renovations of 1200+ units in Hudson County NJ

Worked directly with tenants to input work order requests and resolve property maintenance concerns.

Worked with multiple contractors to bid on construction and maintenance projects to negotiate ideal pricing.

Submitted and processed contractor invoices for timely release of payment

Performed monthly inspections of vacated properties and determined if property damage would result in a chargeback from the security deposits.

Prepared scopes of work for maintenance and renovation projects.

Collected rent payments from tenants.

Performed wellness checks of units when there was not any tenant contact for some time.

Managed contractors for all maintenance and renovation jobs for timely project completion and quality control.

Coordinated scheduling of repair work based on tenant and contractor availability.

Abated various fire code violations and coordinated inspections with city and state inspectors for both tenanted properties and sale properties.

Chem-Dry Express – Windsor, NJ May 2002 – June 2013

Carpet Tech/Flood Damage Crew Chief

Responsible for daily carpet cleaning jobs with the intention of upselling products for carpets to increase daily revenue. On call on a 24-hour basis for flood calls spanning 7 different counties in Central NJ

Used different products to remove smells and stains from carpets, upholstery, and vehicles.

Practiced multiple sales tactics to sell numerous products.

Completed yearly training for mold certifications and OSHA requirements.

Estimated mold remediation jobs for homeowners to submit to home insurance.

Performed carpet and drywall repairs.

Worked directly with CEO of company on all major jobs to coordinate teams to do work.

Education

Associate Degree - Electrical Engineering Technology

Rutgers University, New Brunswick NJ

Professional Development

New Jersey Realtor License (2019)

Scotwork Negotiation Course (2018)

OSHA Certification NJ (2017)

Mold Remediation Certification (2008)

Proficiencies

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Yardi (Maintenance Management System), MLS

Summary of Qualifications

Creative problem solving, risk identification, enforcing site safety, time management, team leadership & development, quality assurance, negotiating & budgeting, a licensed realtor with ample knowledge of property values, great personal skills, team orientated.

References can be provided upon request.

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