Construction Manager, Multifamily

Cushman & Wakefield•Austin, TX

1d•$89,250 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Construction Manager, Multifamily is responsible for managing construction, renovation, capital repair, and structural projects within an assigned region, market, or portfolio. This role oversees projects through the full construction lifecycle, including project identification, scoping, bidding, approvals, contracting, execution, change management, final inspection, and closeout. The Construction Manager works closely with clients, Regional Property Managers, Business Managers, site teams, vendors, and internal partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, compliantly, on schedule, on budget, and in accordance with project requirements. This role is expected to apply sound technical judgment, maintain strong project documentation, and support consistent construction practices across the assigned portfolio.

Requirements

5+ years of construction experience required
Experience managing projects across multiple stages of construction preferred
Experience with contractor bidding, scope development, permitting, budgeting, and project oversight preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email communication, and project management or estimating software

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or a related field
Experience in multifamily construction, renovations, capital projects, or property development preferred
Experience working with multifamily building types such as garden style and mid-rise properties preferred

Responsibilities

Identify project needs based on property conditions, capital planning, operational needs, client direction, or site feedback
Prepare or support development of rough scope of work and preliminary cost estimates for proposed projects
Develop detailed scopes of work and project specifications following project approval
Evaluate site conditions and operational requirements to ensure project scope is accurate and practical
Apply value engineering ideas where appropriate to improve cost efficiency and project outcomes
Solicit bids from qualified contractors for approved projects
Ensure project scope and specifications are communicated clearly to bidding contractors
Review contractor proposals to confirm bids are complete, aligned, and comparable on an apples-to-apples basis
Identify gaps, exclusions, pricing inconsistencies, or scope interpretation issues before recommendation
Present project scope, specifications, bids, and budget recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders as needed to support project approval
Ensure approved project information is incorporated into complete and accurate contract documentation
Confirm that applicable permits, licenses, and supporting documentation are secured prior to work beginning
Coordinate project start-up requirements, including scheduling and contractor readiness
Conduct pre-construction meetings with contractors and site teams to review project expectations, property rules, safety requirements, and operational considerations
Manage active construction projects to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, on budget, and according to contract requirements
Conduct regular site visits and inspections to verify quality, progress, safety, and compliance
Coordinate with contractors, site teams, and internal stakeholders to address issues affecting scope, schedule, access, resident impact, or project quality
Monitor contractor performance and take action when project expectations are not being met
Escalate significant issues appropriately to Construction Director or senior leadership when needed
Review project invoices, payment applications, and supporting documentation for accuracy and progress completion
Review and evaluate change order requests for scope, cost, and justification
Obtain required internal and owner approvals before change order work proceeds when applicable
Track project costs, contract values, and budget variances throughout execution
Maintain awareness of financial exposure and raise concerns early when budget or scope risk emerges
Conduct final inspections and punch walks to confirm project completion
Ensure deficiencies are corrected before final acceptance
Collect warranty documents, operating information, closeout records, and final project materials
Confirm projects are completed both physically and financially in accordance with project requirements
Ensure projects comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, building codes, permitting requirements, and regulatory agency standards
Ensure assigned repairs, renovations, and paint practices are in accordance with EPA and other applicable state and federal Lead Based Paint requirements under the direction of Construction Management leadership
Maintain complete and current project documentation, including drawings, specifications, permits, change records, progress photos, testing records, warranties, and closeout materials
Complete required reports and project updates within established timeframes
Address corrective notices issued by authorities having jurisdiction and ensure timely resolution