Project Manager, Capital Projects

About the Role

As our Project Manager, you will manage owner-side capital improvements and renovation projects that strengthen our communities and support an exceptional resident experience. Reporting directly to the Director of Capital Projects, you will oversee multiple unit renovation programs and capital projects from early scope and budgeting through construction, turnover, and closeout.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Asset Management team to align each project with property and portfolio goals.
• Lead projects end-to-end, from initial scope and budgeting through construction, turnover, and closeout.
• Develop scopes of work, budgets, schedules, bid packages, procurement strategies, and logistics plans.
• Manage unit renovation programs, including sequencing, finish standards, quality control, cost-per-unit tracking, and coordination with property operations and contractors.
• Review proposals, contracts, purchase orders, change orders, invoices, and pay applications while maintaining accurate budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain project schedules, records, cost details, and documentation.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, workmanship, safety, resident impact, and compliance with the approved scope.
• Plan and communicate work to minimize disruption and keep residents informed throughout the project.
• Assist with property due diligence inspections, evaluating physical condition, identifying deficiencies, estimating capital expenditures, and uncovering potential risks before acquisition.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of construction project management experience, including direct multifamily unit renovation experience.
• Experience managing construction in occupied apartment communities.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, procurement, job costing, and change-order review.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with limited supervision while staying organized, accountable, and responsive.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and ability to translate project details into clear updates and recommendations.
• Proficiency with Excel, Outlook, Teams, and construction management systems.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for regular travel between properties.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, real estate, or a related field is preferred; relevant experience may substitute for a degree.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This is a fully remote role with regular travel to properties throughout the Richmond and Tidewater regions and occasional travel to Northern Virginia. Work is performed in home office settings, occupied apartment communities, and active construction areas. The role requires the ability to walk job sites, climb stairs and ladders, stand for extended periods, and lift or move materials up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Annual base salary starting at $90,000, with bonus potential.
• Team member referral incentives.
• Company-matched 401(k).
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term disability, long-term disability, and wellness programs.
• Career and personal development training.

Benefit eligibility and offerings may vary based on employment status and plan terms.