Vice President of Construction - Atlanta, GA

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview

As the Vice President of Construction, will oversee all aspects of construction management for both our in-house development team and our New Construction projects. This leadership role is accountable for the successful delivery of multifamily developments in major U.S. markets—ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and brand-quality standards across every build.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in construction management, particularly in garden-style, wrap/podium, and core residential product types. You will lead a high-performing team, manage department-level P&L, and serve as a strategic partner across Development, Capital, and Executive Leadership to help drive Cortland’s long-term growth.

• Lead the selection and management of external contractors, vendors, and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with Cortland’s quality, safety, and performance standards.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in construction processes, safety standards, and best practices across all projects.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and excellence within the construction teams.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including developers, architects, engineers, local government officials, and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Monitor and mitigate risks associated with construction projects, taking proactive measures to resolve issues as they arise.
• Report regularly to senior leadership on the status of construction projects, performance metrics, and P&L results.
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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in construction management, with a proven track record in leading teams and delivering successful residential construction projects.
• Proven expertise in garden-style, wrap/podium product, and core residential buildings.
• Strong background in managing both the technical and financial aspects of construction projects.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, scheduling, budgeting, and contract management.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, quality control, and risk management in construction.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while balancing multiple projects and priorities.
• LEED certification and PMP are a plus.

Agency Notice:Cortland is currently managing recruitment internally and is not engaging external agencies for this position. Unsolicited candidate submissions will not be considered. We kindly ask that agencies refrain from contacting team members directly. Should our needs change, our Talent Acquisition team will reach out through the appropriate channels. We appreciate your understanding.

About Cortland

Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.

Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.

Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please email Careers@cortland.com

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