Capital Project Manager

About Northland•Lithia Springs, GA

About The Position

This position is responsible for the strategic oversight, planning, and execution of all capital projects within the assigned portfolio. The role ensures projects are delivered on time and within approved budgets through comprehensive construction management, financial oversight, and cross-functional coordination. The position serves as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders, property operations teams, contractors, consultants, and leadership, providing regular reporting on project status, financial performance, and key milestones. Based in the Atlanta metro area, this role will be responsible for the capital portfolio in Georgia in addition to supporting the Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina portfolios, as needed. Areas of responsibility are subject to change based on the additions and reductions in communities, markets, and the strategic direction of the organization.

Requirements

At least 3 years of construction and/or real estate project management experience is required.
Strong knowledge of construction procedures, capital projects, budgeting and cost management, and property maintenance.
Strong ability to communicate effectively, in both oral and written form.
Ability to work collaboratively across all levels within the organization including all stakeholders in a team-oriented environment through to project completion.
Ability to read and interpret detailed plans and blueprints.
Strong proficiency using Microsoft Office, including Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Flexibility and the ability to organize and prioritize a wide range of projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines.
Ability to take direction where needed and then take initiative to ensure successful project completion.
Ability to travel to property sites to manage scheduled projects and emergency projects with short notice is required.
Possesses exceptional skills for troubleshooting and devising scope and specifications for cost effective solutions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with large-scale residential properties strongly preferred.
A bachelors degree in project management, construction or a related discipline is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Reviews and analyzes potential capital projects within their assigned portfolio.
Defines scope and specifications for work to be completed or works with architects/engineers to determine scope and specifications for the work to be completed.
Determines project cost estimates, creates project budgets, and assists in development of budgets prior to acquisition, participates in pre-planning activities and cost benefit analysis for all phases of work.
Develops and manages contractor bid processes, reviews contract bids, negotiates, and prepares written contracts.
Manages and administers the construction process and project schedules with contractors and creates monthly requisitions.
Coordinates final inspections and signs off prior to release of retainage.
Monitors/controls performance of on-site Superintendent and contractor teams to ensure project is built on schedule, within budget and within Northland quality standards, including OSHA regulations.
Coordinates with property site teams regarding on-going projects, identifies areas of concern, and addresses issues.