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Koelbel Careers

Discover a career that will make you feel right at home.

You’ll Love Working at Koelbel

As a family-owned and operated business, we know the value of feeling supported and cared for in the workplace. As an organization, we strive to create the best possible work environment for our team members — developing personal and professional skills, harnessing strengths, and developing trust and camaraderie.

Koelbel careers are built on something special.

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Community focused.

It's clear when you visit our timeless communities and commercial spaces that we take great price in creating our developments. Not only do they make life better for the residents and tenants, but they also serve to bolster the communities in which they’re built. Being part of our team means being part of something bigger than yourself.

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Ongoing career growth.

We not only hire you for who you are now, but we also have an eye for who you can become. We reward hard work and loyalty and want to ensure every team member feels they have a clear path for future growth.

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The best workforce in the business.

Koebel and Company has been leading Colorado real estate for over 70 years precisely because of the uniquely talented team members we hire. That’s why we’re always looking to add top-notch colleagues to both our residential and commercial divisions whenever we can.

Koelbel Values

Learn about Koelbel’s values from our team members and hear firsthand how their work embodies our values every day.

Koelbel Culture

One of our key priorities is maintaining and evolving a thriving company culture. We always strive to foster a comfortable, safe, and positive environment that enables our team members to connect. Our office features a community room where you can grab a beer or kombucha, play shuffleboard, or enjoy our monthly lunch-and-learns. Throughout the year, we also sponsor employee outings to Denver sports games and other teambuilding activities.

Collaborative

Supportive

Communicative

Fun

With more than 5 years at Koelbel, here’s what our long-time employees value most about working here.

I am sincerely honored to have had the privilege to work for Koelbel and Company and the Koelbel family for a collective 20 years. It's truly a blessing to be able to stand tall and feel proud when you share with others where you work. I've witnessed the company weather very tough cycles with grace and perseverance. I've had a front-row seat to the innovation and ingenuity the leadership brings to our products and services placing at the forefront of our industry year after year. And most importantly, I've been mentored and led by a team who represents the absolute best in business and in life - whose care and integrity are the reason why Koelbel has not only survived — but thrived — for now 73 years.

Dana Keller

Koelbel and Company’s value of caring aligns very closely with my sales and marketing position. A crucial part of my role is to build and maintain positive relationships, and I have personally experienced the true impact these caring efforts have on the community that I call home.

Hannah Corbin

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Current Openings

Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@koelbelco.com
  • Operations Coordinator

    Job Title: Operations Coordinator
    Department: Homebuilding, Development and Construction (KC and KMC)
    Reports To: Director of Construction, Vice President of Development and Senior Vice President
    Coordinates Info for: Peter Benson, Scott Chomiak and Tony Ganong
    FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
    Prepared By: Peter Benson
    Prepared Date: 07/15/2024

    Summary Coordinates activities in construction, development, and general homebuilding operations by performing the following duties to support homebuilding management for Koelbel Communities (KC) and Koelbel Mountain Communities (KMC).

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. The Company is currently growing quickly, and the structure of roles and responsibilities may evolve.

    Assists the Director of Construction with:

    • Permitting: Building relationships with municipalities, ordering plot plans, research fees, and coordinating and compiling other various plans and reports as needed.
    • Provide (print/order) plans and other information to the field as needed.
    • Maintain construction documents
    • Tracks to applications, payment, and completion of water, gas and electric laterals and meters to ensure that they are applied for as soon as possible and that they don’t fall through the cracks.
    • Coordinate, file and distribute engineering letters and inspection reports.
    • Assist with tracking production schedules/starts as needed
    • Generate check requests for permitting or other needs.
    • Create and manage utility processes for the various communities.
    • Coordinate documents with third-party Warranty company and Closing Coordinator and others as needed.
    • Administer and track warranty items and assist in the implementation of the new Warranty Department and processes.
    • Creation and management of project files (paper and electronic)
    • Scheduling and coordination of meetings
    • General administrative support and organization
    • Track and expedite Change Orders and NSO’s in BuildTopia

    Assists the Senior Vice President and Vice President of Development with:

    • Plotting, printing and assembling of plan sets for design reviews and meetings
    • Preparation of meeting minutes and distribution at certain meetings (HOA, DRB, etc.)
    • Follow up and distribution of consultant/subcontractor contracts
    • Deliver documents and checks that cannot be otherwise completed by Quick Silver
    • Preparation of certain applications (SUDP, SWMP, etc.)
    • Creation and management of project files (paper and electronic)
    • Scheduling and coordination of meetings
    • General administrative support and organization

    Supervisory Responsibilities

    This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

    Competencies

    To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

    Analytical – Collects and researches data.

    Design – Demonstrates attention to detail.

    Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

    Technical Skills – Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

    Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

    Interpersonal Skills – Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.

    Oral Communication – Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.

    Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

    Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback.

    Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; Aligns work with strategic goals.

    Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

    Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Works with integrity and ethically;

    Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization’s goals and values.

    Judgement – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.

    Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.

    Planning/Organizing – Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.

    Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

    Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

    Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Works quickly.

    Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

    Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

    Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.

    Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

    Qualifications
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Education and/or Experience


    Associate’s degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Language Skills

    Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

    Mathematical Skills

    Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

    Reasoning Ability

    Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

    Computer Skills


    To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of and experience with Database software; Development software; Scheduling Software; Project Management software; Excel Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

    Other Skills, Abilities, and Other Specific Responsibilities

    Construction Warranty Administration
    Compilation of permit packages including plot plans, architectural plans, structural
    plans, truss plans, permit application, fee and tap schedules, check requests.
    Creation and maintenance of construction files, field support.
    Distribution of P.O’s to field.
    Creation and maintenance of warranty files.
    Input and maintenance of the construction scheduling system, printing
    and distribution of plans as needed.


    Physical Demands
    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

    Alignment with Company Values:

     Passion

    A passion for the land and built environment coupled with a desire to build and create community is the engine that drives our company forward.

    Sense of Urgency

    Whether for our buyers, tenants, investors, bankers, or communities working hard to solve problems or overcome challenges quickly ensure we accomplish our goals and maintain good relationships.

     Perseverance

    Our industry faces inherent headwinds as we make lasting and positive changes for our communities, tenants, and buyers, feeling undaunted in the face of adversity is necessary to see our company meet its goals.

    Attention to Detail

    A focus on the small details whether it is in accounting, construction, due diligence, finance, or entitlements ensures that we can minimize risk and maximize quality.

    Problem Solving

    Identifying an issue, critically thinking about a solution, and successfully implementing a response will ensure our continued success in an evolving market and economy.

    Anticipatory

    The foresight to identify problems, tasks, and opportunities with enough time to respond proactively allows us to act, not react.

    Caring

    Having compassion and sympathy for our tenants, buyers, and co-workers provides us the guidepost to make the right decision.

    SALARY RANGE:  Depending on experience and qualifications.

    COMPUTER: A company computer and email account will be provided for business use.

    WORK LOCATION: Koelbel Denver office.

    BENEFITS: Healthcare, vision, dental and 401k matching.  Benefit specifics will be supplied along with any offer letter.

    VACATION: 2 weeks per year increasing in accordance with Employee Handbook.

    HOLIDAYS: Position will receive company holidays as per the company handbook.

     

     

  • Commercial Property Manager

    Department:                                      Commercial
    Reports to:                                         Keri Edwards, Senior Director of Property Management
    FSLA Status:                                       Exempt
    Prepared Date:                                 July 23, 2024
    Approved by:                                     Walt Koelbel
    Approved Date:                                July 31, 2024

    SUMMARY:        Koelbel and Company currently owns and manages a portfolio of office, retail and flex space in the Denver Metro Area.   The mission of the Commercial Property Manager will be to support the management team with a 700k square foot portfolio of newly acquired office properties, located in the Denver Tech Center with a focus on the largest property within this portfolio to ensure best in class physical property condition, efficient building and equipment operations, effective budget management to include rent collection and invoice processing and to provide timely and quality customer care to Tenants.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Tenant Relations – Maintain consistent communication with tenants in the building to understand and address concerns and issues.
    • Work with the Senior Commercial Property Manager, and support management efforts of a team of building technicians, in performance of the following building operations:
    • Conducts timely site inspections/walk-throughs of properties with corrective action plans for deficiencies.
    • Makes recommendations for physical repairs and/or replacements.
    • Define scope of work, solicit vendor bids and contract preparation.
    • Manage all vendor contracts (including proper documentation).
    • Coordinates maintenance requests and monitors the performance of contract services.
    • Ensure that tenant services are provided according to all lease documents.
    • Inspects vendor performance and makes modifications as needed.
    • Ensure that mechanical/electrical system maintenance is being performed. Including life safety and maintaining a written record of all testing and alarm activations.
    • Follow up to ensure timely completion of scheduled work.
    • Responds to after hour property or tenant emergency calls.
    • Informs the property owner of any insurance claims (i.e. damage, flood, fire, slip & fall, etc).
    • Coordinate the Energize Denver Program and Energy Star reporting and compliance.

    Lease Administration:

    • Creation of lease abstracts.
    • Ensures property files and records are maintained.
    • Delivers and/or serves legal notices to tenants (i.e. 3-day notice to pay, 30-day notices).

     

    • Notify tenants of special projects (i.e. building shutdown), emergencies, or other requests.
    • Preparation of welcome letters upon lease execution.
    • Schedules and participation in tenant appreciation events.

    Accounting:

    • Assist with Budget preparation to include operating expenses and capital improvement expenditures.
    • Review accounts payable for appropriate coding and approve for processing.
    • Diligently collect rents and assure tenant compliance with lease provisions, implement collection efforts.
    • Monitors the non-regular billings are invoiced accurately and timely.

    Construction Management / Tenant Improvements:

    • Assist as needed with obtaining bids and completion of a bid worksheet as requested.
    • Post required notices.
    • Familiarity with sequencing of events and construction schedules.
    • Work with General Contractors and coordination of all construction work and its impact on the property and existing tenants.

     Technical Skills:

    • Experience in creating and managing commercial budgets for office, retail, and flex product.
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Understanding of commercial real estate legal and ownership risks and ability to mitigate those risks through management.
    • Experience in utilizing management software (Koelbel and Company utilizes Entrata management software).

    Values:

    • Sense of Urgency – Understands time of the essence. Works diligently and efficiently to complete required tasks on or ahead of schedule.  Drives hard for completion of projects and tasks.
    • Perseverance – Overcomes resistance or setbacks related to all aspects of the job. Is undaunted in the face of adversity. Anticipates and accepts challenges are normal and recognizes true skill comes from overcoming such challenges.
    • Committed – Believes in and is motivated by the job’s mission. Is passionate about real estate and energized by the outcomes of the work.
    • Attentive to Detail – Focuses on minor details to ensure work quality and risk mitigation. Understands all aspects of the projects necessary to prevent small issues from becoming problems.  Coordinates information such that all team members and vendors are working with the appropriate knowledge about the required tasks.
    • Problem Solver – Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Identifies the cause of issues and uses critical thinking to work through an implement a plan of action to solve the problem. Develops alternative solutions when the initial plan does not work. Works well in group problem solving situations.
    • Organized – Prioritizes and plans work activities. Anticipates issues and sets goals and objectives. Organizes information in a way that other team members can quickly access and understand it.
    • Caring – Is compassionate towards team members, clients, and vendors. Understands their motivations and emotions and works to be supportive.

    Competencies:

    • Managing Vendors – Includes appropriate vendors in planning, decision making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for vendors activities.
    • Quality Management – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
    • Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures.
    • Organizational Support – Follow policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Strong Organizational Skills
    • Budget and Contract Administration – Codes Invoices and strives to maintain spending within Budget parameters; Manage all aspects of the Service Agreement and bid process.
    • General Requirements – Meets the requirements of the Employee Handbook as it relates to Diversity, Ethics, Organizational Support, Professionalism, and Attendance and Punctuality.

     

    Additional Requirements:

    • Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point). Experience with Entrada a plus.
    • Physical Demands – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
    • Language Skills – Ability to write routine reports and correspondence; Ability to speak effectively with tenants, vendors, subcontractors, customers, or other team members.
    • Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    • Qualifications – To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

     Education and/or Experience

    • Minimum five to seven years of related experience in Commercial Property Management.
    • CPM or other designations preferred.
    • Clean valid driver’s license and insurance.
    • Clean background check.
    • Will be required to perform off-site duties through the use of a personal vehicle.

    The following are the metrics of success that will be used in the role:

    # Item Completion Date
    1 Property Condition – Physical property condition assessment and timely corrective action for deficiencies. On-going – Weekly
    2 Property Operations – Define scopes of work, contractor bidding and scheduling of annual inspections and predictive maintenance. On-going – Annual
    3 Vendor Management – Oversight of vendor performance for contracted and approved services including tenant work orders. On-going
    4 Tenant Relations – Responsive, solution oriented and professional communication and relationship building. On-going
    5 Accounting – collection of rents, approval of invoices and budget accountability. On-going – Monthly

     

    SALARY RANGE: $80,000 ~ $85,000

    BENEFITS: Healthcare, vision, dental, and 401K matching. Details are to be provided with the offer letter.

Koelbel’s been building better for Colorado for seven decades. Our rich family heritage drives us to always enhance the land we touch. We’d love for you to join our team!

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