Construction Manager - EBSCO Real Estate

EBSCO Industries Inc•Hoover, AL

41d•Hybrid

About The Position

EBSCO Real Estate seeks an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multifamily and mixed-use development projects. This role acts as EBSCO’s in-house representative, protecting the company’s long-term investment interests. The position requires rigorous oversight of development partners, deep technical judgment, proactive risk identification, and a commitment to delivering durable, high-quality assets intended for long-term ownership.

Requirements

5 -10 + years’ experience in construction management, real estate development, or owner’s representation (multifamily/mixed-use preferred).
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field (master’s preferred).
Strong technical understanding of ground-up construction, building systems, QA/QC, and design coordination.
Proven experience managing budgets, schedules, contracts, and construction documentation.
Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
Must have a valid driver’s license and pass a MVR for company liability coverage
Must be able to lift 35 lbs
Must be able to effectively communicate
Must be able to successfuly navigate construction sites (walking, climbing stairs, ducking).

Nice To Haves

Relevant credentials (PE, AIA, PMP, CCM, LEED AP) preferred.
Excellent analytical, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
High integrity, diligence, and commitment to protecting investor interests.

Responsibilities

Review conceptual designs, site plans, massing, and program proposals for alignment with long-term ownership goals.
Evaluate unit layouts, amenity packages, building systems, and lifecycle efficiency.
Conduct technical reviews of architectural and engineering documents at each milestone (SD, DD, CD).
Scrutinize predevelopment budgets, cost estimates, and validate assumptions for hard/soft costs, contingencies, and allowances.
Review development schedules, procurement strategies, and permitting pathways; flag schedule risks and assist in mitigation.
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and adherence to plans/specifications.
Evaluate structural work, MEP installations, building envelope, finishes, and site improvements.
Review change orders, budget revisions, and use of contingency; advocate for quality and long-term performance.
Oversee punch list creation/completion, commissioning, and certificate of occupancy milestones.
Ensure delivery of as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, and property management training.
Validate building performance during early operations and troubleshoot issues.