Construction and Capital Projects Manager for Multifamily and Commercial Properties

RICHFIELD REAL ESTATE CORPORATION•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction and Capital Projects Manager oversees construction, renovations, capital improvements, and major repairs across the company’s multifamily and commercial property portfolio. The position has final technical authority over scopes, methods, materials, and workmanship, subject to company policies and approved budgets. The role has no direct reports; property managers remain responsible for daily maintenance and staff supervision. This is an exempt position reporting to the President. The manager leads project planning, design, and execution; develops and approves project scopes and specifications; and coordinates budgets, bids, contractors, consultants, and property managers. The position evaluates costs, contracts, change orders, invoices, and repair-versus-replacement options; supports annual capital budgeting and long-term improvement planning; and verifies completed work. As the company’s technical resource, the manager advises on building systems and major repairs, establishes material specifications and construction standards, and provides technical direction and final acceptance for projects. The role also includes property inspections, due diligence, reporting, and staying current with applicable codes, regulations, and construction practices. Driving to multiple properties and conducting on-site work in varying weather and building conditions are required. Occasional after-hours support may be needed for significant emergencies or project milestones.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 10/15 years of experience in multifamily and commercial property management, construction, or engineering, with proven experience in construction, maintenance, operations, and retrofit projects.
Strong knowledge of commercial building systems, construction methods, and applicable building codes.
Demonstrated experience evaluating project costs, contractor performance, and construction quality.
Strong technical knowledge of building systems, construction, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Strong analytical, negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Physical ability to perform on-site work in various weather and building conditions.
Ability to travel to multiple properties across the portfolio.
Successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening is required.
Driving is a required function of the position.

Responsibilities

Oversee planning, design, and execution of construction projects, renovations, tenant improvements, ADA compliance work, and building upgrades; coordinate architects and engineers as needed.
Develop and approve scopes of work and specifications for capital improvements and major repairs.
Coordinate project budgets, bidding, and contractor performance with property managers.
Monitor project quality, schedules, and budgets.
Evaluate bids, pricing, change orders, and invoices for accuracy and competitiveness.
Evaluate repair-versus-replacement options and recommend cost-effective solutions.
Assist with annual capital budgets and long-term improvement plans.
Prepare and negotiate scopes and contract terms; coordinate legal review and required company approvals.
Verify completed work and approve invoices within delegated authority.
Serve as the company’s technical resource for building systems, construction methods, and major repairs.
Advise on roofing, paving, structural, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, building envelope, and life-safety issues.
Establish material specifications and construction standards to improve quality and control long-term costs.
Provide final technical direction on major repairs and replacements.
Maintain a network of qualified contractors, consultants, and vendors.
Inspect work, require corrections, and provide final technical acceptance of completed projects.
Participate in property inspections, due diligence, and special projects.
Stay current on applicable codes, regulations, and construction practices.
Prepare reports and recommendations for management.
Drive to multiple properties across the portfolio and perform on-site project oversight.