We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Residential Construction Manager with hands-on trade experience and proven expertise in overseeing improvement projects for a value-add portfolio of multifamily assets. This role combines project oversight with direct engagement in construction processes, ensuring high-quality execution of building improvements and capital projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Consults with directly with the Director of Construction & the Head of the Residential Construction Department to determine scope, budget, and schedule for completing the construction of capital improvement projects in company’s building portfolio.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively and maintaining consistent communication with project teams.
• Provides visibility and accountability to ensure processes are being followed and all projects are completed by deadlines.
• Coordinates with property managers, architects, contractors, and consultants.
• Must be capable of developing scope of work descriptions, which would then be used in a competitive bidding process for the portfolio’s improvement projects.
• Prepares RFP’s (requests for proposals) to collect competitive bids on improvement projects across the portfolio. Will require estimates for the scope of work and obtains a minimum of three bids for comparison and completion of each job.
• Prepare and review project estimates, soliciting bids and evaluating contractors to ensure the best value for each project.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers to achieve cost-effective and timely project completion.
• Inspect construction sites regularly to verify compliance with specifications, timelines, and safety standards, and address any deviations proactively.
• Review and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contracts to determine project requirements and enforce company standards.
• Evaluates specifications for plan procedures, start and completion dates, and staffing requirements for each phase of the construction project.
• Ensure all necessary permits, insurance certificates, and lien releases are obtained and maintained throughout project lifecycles.
• Reviewing and responding to contractor submittals packages
• Reviews and approves all invoices pertaining to a project and submits all approved bills to the accounting department for processing and payment.
• Traveling for projects out of state
• Must be proficient at Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Project, and the like.
• Bachelor’s Degree Required.
• Hands on trade and field experience is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS
 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction management, real estate development, or a related field, with hands-on trade experience preferred.
• An understanding of the construction process/industry standard construction means and methods.
• Ability to understand and interpret construction agreements and design drawings.
• Ability to perform in a busy, changing, multi-tasking work environment
• Organized, detailed and disciplined time manager
• Strong intrapersonal skills
• Must be computer literate and be able to use Word, Excel and Outlook with ease
• Strong communication skills; ability to relate to many different kinds of people
• Self motivated, personable and team player with experience in a fast paced environment
• Strong business ethics are required
• Mobility - free to travel for extended periods
• 4-year degree from an accredited college or university
• Field experience a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer considering qualified applicants in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.