Project Manager, Capital Projects

Bonaventure Shared Services•Alexandria, VA

14h•Remote

About The Position

The Project Manager, Capital Projects manages owner-side capital improvements and renovation projects to strengthen communities and support the resident experience. Reporting to the Director of Capital Projects, the role oversees multiple unit renovation programs and capital projects from initial scope and budgeting through construction, turnover, and closeout. The Project Manager works with property operations, contractors, consultants, inspectors, Asset Management, and senior leadership to deliver quality work while managing budgets, schedules, safety, and the challenges of construction in occupied apartment communities. The position is fully remote, with regular travel to properties in the Richmond and Tidewater regions and occasional travel to Northern Virginia, other portfolio properties, and due diligence assignments. Work takes place in home-office settings, occupied apartment communities, and active construction areas. Occasional early-morning, evening, or emergency availability may be needed based on project requirements. Annual base salary starts at $90,000, with bonus potential; compensation is flexible based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit.

Requirements

At least 5 years of construction project management experience, including direct multifamily unit renovation experience.
Experience managing construction in occupied apartment communities.
Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, procurement, job costing, and change-order review.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with limited supervision while remaining organized, accountable, and responsive.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and ability to translate project details into clear updates and recommendations.
Proficiency with Excel, Outlook, Teams, and construction management systems.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for regular travel between properties.
Ability to walk job sites, climb stairs and ladders when needed, stand for extended periods during inspections, and regularly lift or move materials, samples, and small equipment weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, real estate, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for a degree.

Responsibilities

Partner with Asset Management to align projects with property and portfolio goals.
Manage multiple projects from initial scope and budgeting through construction, turnover, and closeout.
Develop scopes of work, budgets, schedules, bid packages, procurement strategies, and logistics plans.
Oversee unit renovation programs, including sequencing, finish standards, quality control, cost-per-unit tracking, and coordination with property operations and contractors.
Review proposals, contracts, purchase orders, change orders, invoices, and pay applications, and maintain accurate budgets and forecasts.
Maintain current schedules, records, cost details, and project documentation.
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, workmanship, safety, resident impact, and compliance with approved scopes.
Plan and communicate work to minimize disruption in occupied communities and help property teams keep residents informed.
Travel to properties and assist with due diligence inspections by evaluating physical condition, identifying deficiencies, estimating capital expenditures, and uncovering potential risks before acquisition.