Associate Project Manager (remote)

First American Financial Corp.; Santa Ana (CA); Remote; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in real estate and financial services seeks an Associate Project Manager to support corporate initiatives with a focus on IT systems integration. The role includes managing various real estate projects, ensuring smooth collaboration across teams, while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k

PTO/paid sick leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in project coordination or management.
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid methodologies.
• Understanding of IT systems relevant to real estate.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple small to mid-scale corporate real estate projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project execution.
• Monitor project risks and assist in budget tracking.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Information Systems or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

We are looking for an Associate Project Manager to help support the planning and execution of corporate real estate initiatives with a strong emphasis on IT systems integration and digital infrastructure. This role will coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver real estate projects that align with enterprise technology standards and business goals. *This is a remote role

What You’ll Do:

• Manage multiple small to mid-scale corporate real estate projects, including office buildouts, renovations, and workplace technology upgrades.
• Collaborate with IT, Facilities, Security, and external vendors to ensure seamless integration of technology systems (e.g., AV, network infrastructure, access control).
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and status reports using enterprise project management tools.
• Facilitate project meetings, prepare agendas, document minutes, and track action items.
• Monitor project risks and issues, escalate as needed, and support mitigation strategies.
• Assist in budget tracking, cost forecasting, and vendor coordination.
• Ensure compliance with corporate standards, security protocols, and sustainability goals.
• Communicate project progress and challenges to stakeholders and leadership.
  

What You’ll Bring:

• 1–3 years of experience in project coordination or management, preferably in a corporate real estate or IT environment.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Understanding of IT systems relevant to real estate (e.g., workplace management platforms, smart building tech).
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar tools.
• PMP, CSM, or ITIL certifications preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Information Systems, or related field is a plus but not required.

Pay Range: $62,700 – $83,575 Annually

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements, and geographic location.

** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.