Capital Project Manager

Job Summary

The Capital Project Manager coordinates large capital improvement and new construction projects and also performs due diligence inspections for potential real estate acquisitions as part of the Physical Assets or Capital Projects team.

The successful candidate will embody and work to reinforce MAA’s Core Values.  Those values include:

• Appreciating the uniqueness of each individual

• Communicating openly and with integrity

• Embracing opportunities

• Doing the right thing at the right time for the right reasons

Duties and Responsibilities

• Travels frequently to conduct on-site construction project inspections of work in progress on a regular basis.

• Attends construction meetings and represents MAA’s interests in discussions.

• Performs interior inspections with general contractors and develops punch lists of items to be addressed.

• Performs mechanical inspections on all systems to ensure proper operation.

• Performs exterior inspections to ensure integrity and quality of workmanship of the entire structure.

• Reviews all third-party inspection reports, identifies conditions needing further attention, and ensures follow-up and reports status and completion.

• Provide communication as required between operations, asset management, and associated contractors

• Prepares written reports of progress on each project on a regular basis.

• Interacts with and trains property staff on required inspections.

• Provides assistance to property with warranty services.

• Perform due diligence inspections for real estate acquisitions including, but not limited to, all exterior and interior facilities; roofing, attics and storage; parking and driveways; offices and amenities; property boundaries and fencing.

• Prepares written reports with photos to accurately assess and evaluate the present condition of acquisition target properties. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in building construction, engineering or architecture required, or an equivalent combination of experience and education

• 3-5 years of construction project management and/or general contractor experience required

• Experience inspecting and monitoring large construction projects required.

• Valid driver’s license for state of residence required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with both mid-rise "stick-framed" and high-rise construction preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and expertise with construction project management practices and applications

• Knowledge of building and use permits and regulations

• Working knowledge new construction and renovations, including roofing, carpentry, drywall, painting, flooring, and windows; HVAC systems; electrical systems and appliances; plumbing

• General knowledge of contractual terms and conditions for building or maintenance contracts and warranties

• Knowledge and ability to read and understand blueprints, shop drawings and specifications

• Skill and ability to clearly and concisely communicate verbally and in writing

• Skill in applying critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving methods

• Skill and ability to prepare reports and evaluations of projects, expenses and corresponding components

• Knowledge and skills to manage projects, organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

• Ability to travel frequently by motor vehicle and by air, including overnight

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and maintain appropriate discretion

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• 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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, bend, walk use hands and fingers to control objects, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs and ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear.  The associate must be able to lift 25 pounds individually and up to 50 pounds with assistance devices (dollies, hand trucks, additional persons). 

• Must be able to see and read to complete forms, read reports, and visually determine the correct working order of physical aspect of units and other property facilities.  Frequently needs to see small details. 

• While performing the duties of this job the associate primarily works in an outdoor environment exposed to adverse weather conditions as well as dirt and/or dust.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.