Construction Manager

Crescent Communities•Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Crescent Communities’ Multifamily Business Unit is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee the execution of high-density wood-framed and mixed-use development projects. This role reports directly to the Vice President of Construction and plays a critical part in managing both internal and third-party teams throughout the full lifecycle of construction. Key Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate efforts across in-house and third-party General Contractors, design consultants, and external partners. Ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Provide strategic guidance with the Multifamily Development Team on all construction-related matters, including: o Specifications, quantities, material costs, labor hours, and overall budget development. o Municipal coordination and AHJ compliance. o Negotiations with major subcontractors. o Resolution of production and scheduling challenges as they arise. Ideal Candidate Profile: A proactive self-starter with strong attention to detail and a hands-on approach. Demonstrated technical expertise in managing complex construction projects from inception to completion. Skilled communicator capable of navigating municipal processes and fostering collaboration across diverse teams.

Requirements

BA or BS with a concentration in construction technology, building construction, civil engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
7 years of commercial or multifamily construction management and supervisory experience.
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
Strong computer skills using Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Project or other scheduling software.
Thorough experience in budgeting, bid awarding, contract review, bonding, invoice processing, lien law, environmental regulation, change-order review and negotiation.
Ability to travel to field locations and stay overnight, if required.

Nice To Haves

10+ years of related construction experience.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, contractors, and vendors.
10+ years’ experience in budgeting, bid awarding, bonding, invoice processing, lien law, environmental regulators, change-order review and negotiation.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day management, technical direction, supervision, and coordination of construction activities for Type I, Type III and Type V concrete or wood framed or a blend of mixed-use projects while representing the Company’s interest in all assigned projects.
Provide budget, schedule, and constructability input.
Participate in design and development meetings and provide updates as needed internally.
Review and redline all construction plans.
Aid Pre-Construction in all preparing bid packages.
Manage all direct/indirect construction obligations associated with the transaction agreement(s).
Assist managing service agreements for environmental and civil engineers, architectural firms, and other professional service firms.
Manage construction budget and offer assistance in overall project budget.
Supervise contractors and all other professional services.
Assist in procurement of municipality approvals, permits, certifications, and conformance.
Assist in procurement of power, phone, cable, internet, and gas contracts.
Prepare/update construction schedules, budgets.
Supervise submittal and RFI process.
Participate in and/or take leadership role in construction meetings.
Ensure plan and specification compliance.
Enforce quality and business unit building standards.
Review and analyze all change orders.
Review/approve all invoices.
Review/approve all applications for payment.
Forecast and monitor project cash flow.
Prepare monthly cost projections and reports.
Receive and inspect close out documents.
Assist Development lead in reporting and documentation.
Assist marketing team as needed.
Assist lease up team as needed.
Assist property management transition from construction to operations.