Question 1

Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Manager (Chantilly, VA)

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Peterson Companies As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region. Who You Are Seeking an energetic, personable, dependable individual to join a dynamic team responsible for the management and operations of a large Government campus in Chantilly, Virginia. The QA/QC Manager is an active team member responsible for maintaining high standards by ensuring that all operational activities and services meet or exceed customer expectations.  Job duties include conducting routine inspections, managing contractors, developing and implementing improvement processes, communicating regularly with the team and customer, and assisting the team with project management duties.  Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. What You Bring  Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree (preferred). Minimum 5 years’ experience in facilities management, property management, construction or related field. Must be detailed oriented, organized, and possess strong communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat. Must possess a Top-Secret security clearance.  Key Responsibilities  Establish and implement a quality assurance and quality control program to ensure all projects, management services and operational activities are completed at a high level of performance.  Conduct comprehensive building and site inspections.  Note deficiencies and any abnormalities.  Work with the program management team to implement solutions.    Become familiar with projects, contracted services and their scopes of work to verify quality of maintenance and construction by contractors.  Contracted services include, but are not limited to janitorial, landscape, irrigation, trash removal, and snow removal. Assist with tracking and preparation of contract deliverables to ensure compliance. Manage or assist with management of contracts, services, and projects as assigned. Develop and maintain relationships with building staff, contractors, and customers. Handle customer complaints efficiently to maintain customer satisfaction. Assume other responsibilities and duties as required.  Click HERE to apply today! Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

Question 2

Facility Manager, Commercial (Chantilly, VA)

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Peterson Companies As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region. Who You Are Seeking an energetic, personable, dependable individual to join a dynamic team responsible for the management and operations of a large Government campus in Chantilly, Virginia. The Facilities Manager serves as the primary contact for building occupants and is an active team member responsible for maintaining high standards by ensuring that all operational activities and services meet or exceed customer expectations.  Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. What You Bring  Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree (preferred). Minimum 5 years’ experience in facilities management, property management, construction or related field. Must be detailed oriented, organized, and possess strong customer service skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat. Must possess a Top-Secret security clearance.  Key Responsibilities  Provide administrative and operational support to the government Facilities Management Team Serve as the primary contact for building occupants to promptly address service requests and complaints Track and ensure timely completion of service requests and work tickets Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections Assist the DOMAIN team with coordinating recurring services and repairs, including site and vault access, security monitors, and customer communication Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction with building occupants and government customer  Conduct weekly customer service satisfaction surveys Manage tenant related issues and communicate any facility problems to management Ensure assigned deliverables are submitted timely and in compliance with the DOMAIN SOW Perform periodic building and cleaning inspections and submit work tickets for any deficiencies found  Click HERE to apply today! Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

Question 3

Assistant Project Manager/Project Coordinator (McLean, VA)

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Peterson Companies As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region. Who You Are: You are an energetic, personable, and dependable individual that enjoys working for a dynamic team responsible for the management and operations of a large government campus in McLean, VA.  You enjoy working for a company that has an active culture with excellent perks that foster work life balance. You are passionate about delivering world class customer service and fostering an environment of respect and inclusivity. You enjoy engaging with a team to deliver results and meet deadlines, but are also capable of independent work product delivery. You approach challenges with a positive attitude and tactful communication. What You Bring:  Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in project management, facilities management, or construction management, preferably in a mission-critical, secure, or government environment. Strong working knowledge of construction documents, project controls, and contractor coordination. Experience with cost tracking, estimating, and proposal analysis. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management systems is a plus. Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess a Top-Secret security clearance.  Key Responsibilities Project Management & Construction Oversight (Primary Focus)  Assist with managing multiple design and construction projects from inception through completion, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, permitting, and project closeout. Coordinate and oversee design consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure project objectives, schedules, and budgets are met. Support projects including:  Tenant and common area renovations Mechanical, electrical, and infrastructure upgrades Lighting and site/landscaping improvements   Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and RFIs; track responses and coordinate with the Architect and Engineer of Record. Prepare cost estimates, bid analyses, change orders, and contractor proposals. Monitor construction progress, participate in site meetings, and assist with schedule tracking and issue resolution. Participate in QA/QC and safety reviews to ensure work is performed in accordance with contract requirements and mission-critical best practices. Maintain the on-site drawing library and ensure timely incorporation of as-built documentation.  Property & Operational Support (Secondary Focus)  Support property management with building inspections, maintenance coordination, and operational projects as needed. Assist with coordination of tenant impacts related to construction activities. Provide limited administrative support related to project documentation, contracts, and invoicing.  Click HERE to apply today! Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

Question 4

Assistant Manager, Commercial (Chantilly, VA)

Accepted Answer

Peterson Companies As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region. Who You Are: You are an energetic, personable, and dependable individual that enjoys working for a dynamic team responsible for the management and operations of a large government campus in Herndon, VA.  You enjoy working for a company that has an active culture with excellent perks that foster work life balance. You are passionate about delivering world class customer service and fostering an environment of respect and inclusivity. You enjoy engaging with a team to deliver results and meet deadlines, but are also capable of independent work product delivery. You approach challenges with a positive attitude and tactful communication. What You Bring:  Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or business is preferred but equivalent work experience will be considered. 1-3 years commercial property, project, or facilities management experience. Must be detail oriented, organized, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess or be willing to seek and obtain a Top-Secret security clearance.  Key Responsibilities:  Support the management team with operations and maintenance of property. Assist with management of property repairs and services to include procurement, coordination with vendors and tenants, and quality control inspections. Assist with management of projects from inception through completion to include scope development, oversight of design and construction services, permitting, coordination with vendors and tenants, quality control, and project closeout Assist with planning, preparing, and implementing budgets and financial reports. Process invoices and create purchase orders as needed. Draft and execute contract agreements as needed. Assist with managing the drawing library and electronic records. Work closely with the property and project managers, contractors, and Government representatives to plan and coordinate activities across the property. Willing to carry a cell phone to respond to emergencies and work weekends and off hours to support the facility as needed.  Click HERE to apply today! Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

Question 5

Project Manager, Commercial (Chantilly, VA)

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Peterson Companies As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region. Who You Are: You are an energetic, personable, and dependable individual that enjoys working for a dynamic team responsible for the management and operations of a diverse portfolio of government, commercial office and industrial properties across the Mid-Atlantic Region.  You enjoy working for a company that has an active culture with excellent perks that foster work life balance. You are passionate about delivering world class customer service and fostering an environment of respect and inclusivity. You enjoy engaging with a team to deliver results and meet deadlines but are also capable of independent work product delivery. You approach challenges with a positive attitude and tactful communication. What You Bring:  Bachelor’s degree in architecture, mechanical or electrical engineering or related discipline is preferred but equivalent work experience will be considered. Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing renovation projects, technical projects,  ideally in a mission critical environment. Proficient in reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and One-Line drawings. Experienced in developing scopes of work, cost estimating and analyzing proposals. Must be detail oriented, organized and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Must possess a Top-Secret security clearance.  Key Responsibilities  Manage assigned projects from inception through completion to include scope development, procurement/oversight of design and construction services, permitting, coordination with vendors and tenants, and project closeout. Projects may include:            o Tenant area renovations           o Common area renovations           o Lighting upgrades           o Landscaping renovations           o Elevator modifications           o Mechanical and electrical infrastructure upgrades  Work closely with the management team with project planning and scheduling, project accounting, and management of customer expectations. Manage the on-site drawing library and work closely with the Architect and Engineer of Record to ensure that as-builts are incorporated in a timely manner and drawings are up to date. Implement an effective QA/QC program to ensure that all work is performed in a safe, professional manner, in accordance with contract requirements and best practices for mission critical facilities. Assist the property managers with maintenance and repair projects, and provide other operational support as needed. Identify and provide cost estimates for large repair and capital projects. Assist the management team with asset inventory management for newly installed equipment.  Click HERE to apply today! Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

Question 6

Building Manager, Commercial (Chantilly, VA)

Accepted Answer

Peterson Companies As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region. Who You Are: You are an energetic, personable, and dependable individual that enjoys working for a dynamic team responsible for the management and operations of a large government campus in Herndon, VA.  You enjoy working for a company that has an active culture with excellent perks that foster work life balance. You are passionate about delivering world class customer service and fostering an environment of respect and inclusivity. You enjoy engaging with a team to deliver results and meet deadlines, but are also capable of independent work product delivery. You approach challenges with a positive attitude and tactful communication. What You Bring:  Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction, business, architecture, planning or related field (years of experience may be substituted if deemed appropriate) 1-3 years of experience in property or facilities management or related field. Must be detailed oriented, organized, analytical, and possess strong customer service and computer skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills Must possess a Top Secret security clearance.  Key Responsibilities  Responsible for implementing the annual operating and facility plan for an assigned property, maintaining the physical and aesthetic appearance of property, note deficiencies, suggest solutions, implement solutions. Demonstrate basic knowledge of building systems to include plumbing, HVAC, electrical, elevator and fire safety systems. Assure optimal functioning of property, building and building systems. Principal contact for tenant and contractors. Initiate action when appropriate. Investigate, report, and resolve tenant complaints, building deficiencies and security, insurance, or community related incidents related to property. Perform property inspections as well as daily/weekly/quarterly inspections as needed. Monitor all service requests and work orders for the property. Review all leases and amendments for the assigned property and ensure adherence to lease requirements. Prepare and present monthly financial reports. Reforecast unanticipated events each month and prepare variance explanations. Develop a 2-year operating budget(s) to include long term planning and capital improvements. Periodical bidding of contracted work to ensure standards, pricing, and best practices within industry are always attained. Prepare contracts for signature and execute contracts for records. Create purchase orders in Nexus Payables and review/approve property expenses/invoices. Attend department meetings and report on status of any problems or projects at assigned building. Assist others in department as required with special projects, RFP’s, building and staff events, etc. Assume other responsibilities and duties as required. Respond to after hour calls and emergencies/incidences at property.  Click HERE to apply today! Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

Question 7

Senior Executive Assistant, Development (Fairfax, VA)

Accepted Answer

As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self-storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region.

The Senior Executive Assistant is a member of the Development and Real Estate Acquisitions Team at Peterson Companies. The Development and Real Estate Acquisitions Team is a high-energy / fast paced group of top performers that work closely with the Executive Committee, Investment Committee, Legal, Finance, Accounting, other departments within the Peterson Companies, and outside stakeholders (government, sellers, purchasers, consultants, etc.)

Who You Are:

You understand commercial real estate transactions and have experience tracking key data points for real estate acquisitions and dispositions. You are confident in your proven ability to work with commercial real estate brokers, elected officials and government staff, and property due diligence consultants.

You also enjoy working for a company that has an active culture with excellent perks that foster work life balance. You are passionate about delivering world class customer service and fostering an environment of respect and inclusivity. You enjoy engaging with a team to deliver results and meet deadlines but are also capable of independent work product delivery. You approach challenges with a positive attitude and tactful communication.

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree, preferred but not required.
At least 5 years of work experience with a preference for real estate transaction experience in private developer or a commercial real estate firm.
A fundamental understanding of the key functions of a real estate development company and/or a commercial real estate services firm.
Excellent business writing skills.
An aptitude for self-learning and introducing new technologies.
Technology fluency with contemporary business software and applications including artificial intelligence.
Knowledgeable and confident in using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel; TEAMS
Ability to be proactive in avoiding calendar/scheduling issues and planning for upcoming events.
Ability to multitask, exercise sound judgment, and maintain a high level of confidentiality and tact.
Experience managing an executive’s calendar, meeting preparation, travel, expenses, and additional duties as required.
Aptitude to engage with outside committees and boards, charitable organizations, and industry organizations (ULI, NAIOP, etc.)
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction and within deadlines.
Ability to collaborate across departments and work within a team structure.
Highest levels of integrity, work ethic and dependability.
Good humor, positive attitude, and a commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support to the Senior Managing Director of the Department including calendar management/scheduling (to include calendaring of appointments for the Executive Committee), preparing expense reports and other administrative functions.
Provide telephone coverage and administrative assistance.
Maintain physical and digital files.
Revise business documents as requested.
Conduct research projects as requested.
Facilitate the execution and delivery of legal documents.
Facilitate the processing of special project administration and invoices.
Provide notarial services.
Provide excellent client service and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
Manage travel and expenses for the Senior Managing Director of Acquisition and Development.
Manage check requests, purchase approvals, and invoice processing as required.
Event planning and management / volunteer support for events including: client appreciation events, team meals and team building events, lunch and learns, industry events / golf outings, charity events, and property marketing events.

This position is an in-office position with regular hours between 8:30 am to 5:30 pm (Monday – Friday). On occasion, there may be a requirement to support key transaction requirements or special event activities outside of standard business hours.

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Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

Question 8

Technical Project Manager (Chantilly, VA)

Accepted Answer

As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region.

Who You Are:

You are an energetic, personable, and dependable individual that enjoys working for a dynamic team responsible for the management and operations of a large government campus in Herndon, VA. You enjoy working for a company that has an active culture with excellent perks that foster work life balance. You are passionate about delivering world class customer service and fostering an environment of respect and inclusivity. You enjoy engaging with a team to deliver results and meet deadlines, but are also capable of independent work product delivery. You approach challenges with a positive attitude and tactful communication.

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related discipline is preferred but equivalent work experience will be considered.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing electrical/mechanical operations & maintenance and/or managing technical projects, ideally in a mission critical environment.
Proficient in reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and One-Line drawings.
Experienced in developing scopes of work, cost estimating and analyzing proposals.
Must be detail oriented, organized and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
Must possess a Top-Secret security clearance.

Key Responsibilities

Manage assigned technical or large-scaled renovation projects from inception through completion to include scope development, procurement/oversight of design and construction services, permitting, coordination with vendors and tenants, and project closeout. Projects may include:
- Mechanical and electrical infrastructure upgrades
- Lighting upgrades
- Fire protection and life safety upgrades
- Elevator modernization
- Recommissioning efforts of existing building systems
- Energy audits
Track and manage all project expenses within authorized limits and budget. Communicate any change orders and variances with all stakeholders.
Work closely with the program management team with project planning and scheduling, project accounting, and management of customer expectations.
Implement an effective QA/QC program to ensure that all project work is performed in a safe, professional manner, in accordance with contract requirements and best practices for mission critical facilities.
Identify opportunities for any cost efficiencies while maintaining quality that is in line with the customer’s mission.
Identify and provide cost estimates for recapitalization projects.
Assist the program management team with asset inventory management for newly installed equipment.
Work closely with the development team on new construction projects and assist with the coordination of all construction activities affecting operating buildings.

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Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

Question 9

Tax Associate/Senior Tax Associate

Accepted Answer

Peterson Companies As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self-storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region. Who You Are: You enjoy working for a company that has an active culture with excellent perks that foster work life balance. You are passionate about delivering world class customer service and fostering an environment of respect and inclusivity. You enjoy engaging with a team to deliver results and meet deadlines, but are also capable of independent work product delivery. You approach challenges with a positive attitude and tactful communication. What You Bring:  B.S. in Accounting, Finance, or related field At least 2 years of accounting experience in a public accounting firm or private organization Experience in flow-through and individual taxation Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills Ability to manage multiple activities Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Excel, Outlook, and Word) High levels of integrity, work ethic and dependability CPA License preferred Some level of understanding of the real estate construction or development industry  Key Responsibilities  Prepare partnership, S corporation, C corporation, individual, and trust tax returns Collaborate with the accounting department in reviewing tax workpapers and fixed asset schedules Develop and implement tax planning strategies to reduce tax expense, eliminate tax exposures, minimize audit deficiencies, and maintain a competitive effective tax rate Maximize tax loss carryforwards, bonus depreciation, Section 199A deductions, and cost segregation studies Assume expertise for new and emerging tax issues Oversee preparation and review of tax projections for three-year period Identify and drive process improvement projects within the tax function Maintain ownership of tax internal controls and update as needed Supervise and collaborate with outside tax advisors on various projects  Click HERE to apply today! Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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