Director of Capital Projects

JPNDC Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation • Boston, MA

1d • $115 - $130 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Capital Projects leads major capital projects across JPNDC’s Brewery and commercial campuses and oversees capital planning and execution for its residential portfolio. Projects may range from approximately $1 million to more than $40 million and include building-system upgrades, renovations, infrastructure improvements, and decarbonization initiatives. The position may also support design review and construction oversight for active development projects, with a focus on durability and alignment with JPNDC standards.

The Director reports to the Associate Vice President of Real Estate & Assets and works closely with Commercial, Asset Management, and Real Estate Development teams. JPNDC’s portfolio includes more than 1,000 units of senior, multifamily, supportive, and limited-equity homeownership housing, as well as approximately 200,000 square feet of commercial space. This role supports the long-term stewardship of those assets through capital planning, climate resiliency investments, and proactive building-system upgrades.

This is a full-time, salaried, on-site position requiring five days per week in the office or at project sites, with participation in some evening meetings. The salary range is $115,000–$130,000, depending on experience.

Requirements

• Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License required.
• At least 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in construction management, architecture, capital project management, or facilities planning.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects in the $1 million–$35 million-plus range.
• Proven track record of helping lead construction projects and managing end-to-end procurement.
• Thorough understanding of project delivery methods, contract structures, and construction administration.
• Comprehensive ability to interpret architectural, structural, and MEP construction drawings and apply that knowledge to coordinate scope, sequencing, and contractors.
• Strong financial acumen, including capital budgeting and cost control.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, time-management, and organizational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical construction and building-systems issues to non-technical stakeholders and adapt communication to different audiences.
• Ability to provide clear direction, follow direction, and work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Adobe/Acrobat, and Smartsheet.
• Proactive, self-motivated, entrepreneurial, results-oriented, and able to take initiative to move projects forward.
• Commitment to JPNDC’s mission and vision.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in low-income neighborhoods or affordable housing.
• Experience coordinating with public funders, lenders, or regulatory agencies.
• Ability to translate complex construction concepts into formats residents and community members can understand.
• Bilingual ability in Haitian Creole, Spanish, or Cape Verdean Creole.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, budgeting, and execution of major capital improvements across commercial and residential properties, from scoping and procurement through construction closeout.
• Develop and maintain a multi-year capital improvement plan for residential and commercial properties in coordination with Asset Management.
• Conduct building condition assessments and analyze capital needs, including building envelopes, MEP and life-safety systems, accessibility, and energy-efficiency upgrades.
• Oversee design consultants, engineers, contractors, and owner’s representatives to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with JPNDC standards.
• Manage project budgets, including cost estimating, bid analysis, value engineering, change-order review, and funding requisitions.
• Coordinate capital-project funding strategies, including reserves, refinancing proceeds, grants, insurance proceeds, and public funding sources.
• Support procurement, including RFP/RFQ development, contractor selection, and construction-contract negotiation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, lender and investor standards, and public-funding conditions.
• Collaborate with the Development team on design review and construction input for new construction and substantial rehabilitation projects, supporting maintainability and cost efficiency.
• Coordinate with Commercial and Asset Management teams to minimize operational disruption during construction and maintain tenant communication.
• Represent JPNDC in project meetings with contractors, consultants, funders, and public agencies.
• Prepare reports and updates for senior leadership and Board or committee meetings as needed.
• Communicate proactively with colleagues and partners to troubleshoot issues and achieve successful outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance, with up to 90% of individual insurance premiums paid.
• Two weeks of vacation, plus one week at the end of the year.
• Fourteen recognized holidays per year.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Vested 403(b) retirement plan.
• CEU credit or comparable training to support professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed