Project Manager, Capital Improvments

Lewis Group of Companies•Upland, CA

4d•$120 - $140

About The Position

Lewis Group of Companies is one of the nation’s largest privately held real estate development firms. With over 70 years of experience, we’re committed to creating communities that thrive. We value honesty, long-term relationships, and high-quality standards that benefit our employees, residents, and the broader communities we serve. Lewis seeks an experienced and driven Project Manager, Capital Improvements to lead renovation and capital projects across a diverse portfolio of apartment communities throughout southern and northern California. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects from concept through completion. You will help ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest Lewis-quality standards while minimizing disruption to residents. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, and have a strong background in multifamily construction or renovation, we’d love to hear from you. Your work will include: Please note: Your position will involve regular travel in the Inland Empire area of Southern California. Occasional air travel to Northern CA may be required for meetings/property visits. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
5–7+ years of progressive experience in construction or capital project management
Experience in multifamily housing or real estate strongly preferred
Knowledge of renovation processes, building systems, permitting, and construction scopes
Familiarity with California construction standards and regulatory requirements
Experience using construction management platforms such as Procore, MS Project, Yardi, or similar
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution Lead the full lifecycle of capital improvement projects including scoping, design coordination, permitting, construction, and close-out.
Conduct site assessments to evaluate existing conditions and confirm project feasibility
Develop detailed project plans including schedules, budgets, milestones, procurement strategies, and risk mitigation
Create comprehensive scopes of work and technical specifications for bidding and execution
Manage plan checks, permitting, and approvals with governing agencies
Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with schedule, scope, and quality standards
Budgeting & Cost Management Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates for capital planning
Own project budgets from approval through completion
Lead competitive bidding processes and negotiate contractor proposals
Identify value engineering opportunities
Track expenditures, forecast variances, and provide financial reporting to leadership
Coordinate long-lead procurement to protect project timelines
Vendor & Contractor Management Source and manage design teams, consultants, and contractors
Oversee contractor performance to ensure compliance with contracts, codes, ADA, Fair Housing, environmental, and safety standards
Conduct routine site inspections to monitor quality and progress
Review change orders and manage contract modifications
Stakeholder Communication Serve as the primary point of contact for capital projects
Provide clear updates to senior leadership, regional teams, asset management, property teams, and ownership
Coordinate with on-site management to minimize resident disruption
Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, and project summaries
Facilitate construction status meetings
Compliance & Risk Management Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations
Identify risks related to schedule, cost, and operations and implement mitigation strategies
Leadership & Collaboration Lead and influence cross-functional teams to achieve project goals
Foster accountability, collaboration, and disciplined execution across departments