The Amherst Group of companies comprise of leading real estate investment and advisory firms with a mission to transform the way real estate is owned, financed and managed. Amherst leverages its proprietary data, analytics, technology, and decades of experience to seek solutions for a fragmented, slow-to-evolve real estate ecosystem and to materially improve the experience for residents, buyers, sellers, communities, and investors. Today Amherst has over 1000 employees and $14.1 billion in assets under management. Over the past decade, Amherst has scaled its platform to become one of the largest operators of single-family assets and has acquired, renovated, and leased more than 46,000 homes across 32 markets in the U.S. The firm delivers customized, stabilized cash-flowing portfolios of assets to its investors, wrapped in all the ongoing services required to manage, own, and finance the asset including property management, portfolio management, and a full capital markets team. In addition to its single-family rental platform, Amherst’s debt business pursues two distinct credit strategies in mortgage-backed securities and commercial real estate lending. Over its 25-year history, Amherst has developed a deep bench of research and technology talent, and leverages data and analytics at every stage in the asset lifecycle to improve operations and preserve long-term value for our investors and the more than 188,000 residents the firm has served. As the Director of Construction Projects for Amherst, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of construction projects, from the initial business plan through to completion. Your role will be critical in ensuring the development and execution of comprehensive business plans, project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables. You will play a key role in maximizing return on investment and maintaining stringent quality and compliance standards across all projects. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning and Development: Develop detailed business plans and construction plans in alignment with company goals. Create and refine project scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables. Lead the planning and definition of project ROI, ensuring alignment with financial goals and market trends. Leadership and Team Building: Assemble and lead project teams, ensuring optimal collaboration and efficiency. Coach and mentor project managers and other construction staff. Facilitate communication and ensure alignment among project stakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement and Approval: Present project plans and updates to investment committees and executive leadership for approval. Negotiate with and manage expectations of stakeholders, including investors, government agencies, and community groups. Project Execution and Oversight: Oversee the execution of approved projects, ensuring they adhere to planned scope, schedule, and budget. Monitor construction processes, addressing and troubleshooting issues as they arise. Implement risk management strategies to minimize project risks. Financial and Performance Analysis: Regularly report on project status, financials, and key performance indicators to senior management. Conduct detailed risk and financial analyses to anticipate and mitigate potential issues. Evaluate project outcomes against initial ROI projections and identify lessons learned and improvement opportunities. Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure all projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as internal standards. Oversee quality assurance processes to maintain the highest standards of construction and safety. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred. At least 10 years of experience in construction management or project management, with a proven track record in overseeing large-scale construction projects. Strong leadership skills and experience building and managing high-performing teams." Our full-time employee benefits include: A competitive compensation package, annual bonus, 401k match Flexible PTO including 7 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and 1 volunteer day Employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, health savings account) Professional career development and reimbursement Up to 16 weeks paid maternity leave; up to 4 weeks of paid parental leave Backup childcare offered through Bright Horizons Amherst is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status, and encourage all applicants to apply. At Amherst, we harness the power of people and technology and leverage decades of experience to transform the way real estate is created, owned, financed, and managed in the U.S. Our team integrates data and analytics firm-wide to bring to market new solutions for the U.S. housing market. We are powered by the most talented, committed, and diverse colleagues in the industry, who drive our inclusive, dynamic culture, and propel our supercharged growth. Join us on our mission to revolutionize how all of us interact with real estate.