Project Manager, Major Capital Projects

AMLI Residential•Atlanta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

AMLI is seeking a Project Manager to join its Building Services & Sustainability team at its Atlanta Corporate Office. The role partners with the Vice President of Major Capital Projects to lead capital improvement, renovation, repositioning, and acquisition-related projects across AMLI’s national multifamily portfolio. The position supports asset protection and enhancement, portfolio performance, operational excellence, sustainability initiatives, and resident experience. The Project Manager manages capital projects from planning through completion, including development of scopes, budgets, schedules, specifications, bid packages, and procurement strategies; coordination of design and project partners; contract and bid management; oversight of execution, costs, risks, quality, and closeout; and reporting to leadership and property stakeholders. The role also supports annual and long-range capital planning and works with Operations, Building Operations, Asset Management, and onsite teams. Acquisition responsibilities include physical due diligence for prospective multifamily acquisitions, coordinating inspections and consultants, reviewing property condition assessments and repair requirements, developing acquisition capital plans and construction budgets, advising on acquisition strategies, and leading approved post-acquisition projects. The role oversees unit renovations, amenity and common-area upgrades, and building-system replacements. It develops project phasing plans to limit disruption to residents and operations and manages compliance, project records, permits, inspections, punch lists, closeout, and warranties. Approximately 50% travel to AMLI communities and project locations nationwide is required. A valid driver's license, required state automobile insurance, and reliable transportation for local travel are also required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate, Building Construction, or a related field.
At least 5 years of project management or construction management experience.
Experience managing capital improvement, renovation, rehabilitation, or repositioning projects in multifamily, commercial, hospitality, or related real estate sectors.
Strong understanding of construction methods, building systems, and project delivery processes.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and consultant reports.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and vendor relationships.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management platforms such as Procore and Bluebeam.
Approximately 50% travel to AMLI communities and project locations nationwide.
Valid driver’s license, state-required automobile insurance, and reliable transportation for local travel.

Nice To Haves

Multifamily housing experience.
Experience supporting acquisition due diligence and capital underwriting efforts.
Knowledge of Banner or other capital management platforms.
Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, LEED, or related credentials.

Responsibilities

Manage capital improvement projects across AMLI’s national portfolio, including building systems, exterior renovations, common-area upgrades, amenity enhancements, and asset preservation initiatives.
Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, specifications, bid packages, and procurement strategies.
Coordinate design, engineering, consultant, contractor, and vendor activities throughout project lifecycles.
Negotiate contracts, evaluate bids, and oversee project execution from planning through closeout.
Monitor project costs, forecasts, change orders, and contractor payment applications.
Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining quality, safety, and operational standards.
Provide updates and reports to executive leadership and property stakeholders.
Support annual and long-range capital planning by evaluating asset needs and recommending investment priorities.
Develop capital budgets and financial forecasts aligned with operational and investment objectives.
Collaborate with Operations, Building Operations, Asset Management, and onsite teams.
Conduct physical due diligence for prospective multifamily acquisitions and coordinate consultants, inspections, property walks, and condition assessments.
Review Property Condition Assessments, repair scopes, cost estimates, and code-related requirements.
Develop acquisition capital plans and construction budgets to support underwriting and investment decisions.
Recommend acquisition strategies and long-term business plans, and lead approved capital projects following acquisition.
Oversee unit renovation programs, amenity upgrades, common-area improvements, and building-system replacements.
Create project phasing plans that minimize disruption to residents and onsite operations.
Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, permits, environmental regulations, and safety requirements.
Manage project documentation, contracts, permits, change orders, closeout materials, and warranty administration.
Conduct site inspections, oversee punch-list completion, and ensure successful project closeout.