What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Manager position at CAHEC Properties Corporation?
The Construction Manager serves as the owner's representative throughout the renovation and development of affordable housing communities. This role oversees multiple construction projects from planning through warranty completion, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and meets quality, safety, and funding requirements.
A typical day includes visiting construction sites, meeting with contractors, architects, engineers, and project teams, reviewing project schedules and budgets, conducting property inspections, resolving construction issues, evaluating change orders, and monitoring project progress. The Construction Manager also collaborates with development and asset management teams to develop project scopes, estimate rehabilitation costs, review third-party reports, and ensure projects meet lender, investor, and regulatory requirements.
This is a highly collaborative, field-oriented position that requires frequent travel, strong project management skills, and the ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously. Success in this role requires sound decision-making, effective negotiation, clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to build productive relationships while keeping projects moving forward and protecting the owner's investment.
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