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JOIN A WINNING TEAM IN THE MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING INDUSTRY

A multi-family property management firm is seeking an experienced Director of Construction to join our dynamic and passionate team. If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and enjoy driving impactful results across a diverse portfolio, we invite you to read on!

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), discounted apartment rent, paid vacation and sick time, continued education, and more.

Position Summary:

The Director of Construction will oversee capital improvement and renovation projects across a portfolio of multi-family communities. This individual will work closely with internal leadership, on-site teams, contractors, and ownership groups to ensure successful execution of construction initiatives, from planning to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Regional and Community Managers, executive leadership, and ownership to define project scopes for interior and capital improvements.
• Lead pricing and procurement of materials for renovation projects.
• Select and manage contractors, ensuring quality and cost-effective delivery.
• Oversee execution of Capital Project/Renovation contracts, including managing change orders.
• Perform capital due diligence of new management or acquisition by providing a comprehensive assessment, report, and capital budget of a property's physical exterior, mechanical, and structural integrity that may affect the property's value, profitability, or code compliance.
• Prepare and submit capital expense worksheets and construction management breakdowns.
• Participate in all construction and capital project planning calls.
• Troubleshoot complex site issues and provide direction to both internal teams and external vendors.
• Conduct due diligence on new acquisitions or management transitions, delivering detailed assessments, reports, and capital budgets.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the client's satisfaction.
• Maintain strong communication and relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Manage bid collection and evaluation, ensuring consistent scopes and sound recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree ; degree in Construction Management is a plus
• 2–5 years of experience in construction project management, ideally with a focus on multi-family or single-family renovations.
• At least 1 year of experience in real estate, construction appraisal, or property analysis .
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel company-wide as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general project management tools.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Must be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess a collaborative, can-do attitude.
• Commitment to safety and environmental regulations.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the physical and financial success of communities nationwide. If you're ready to make an impact and grow with a leading organization, apply today!