Director of Capital Projects - 3066

Guardian has an opportunity for a Full-Time Director of Capital Projects to join our team!

Position Summary:

The Director of Capital Projects will lead Guardian’s capital improvement program across a growing portfolio of affordable and market-rate multifamily properties. This is a strategic, portfolio-level leadership role focused on planning, coordination, consultant oversight, and ensuring the successful execution of capital projects. The position does not function as a construction manager, but rather as the owner’s internal representative overseeing third-party professionals and ensuring Guardian’s interests are protected.

Schedule: 40 hours / week; Monday - Friday

Compensation: $130k - $160k / annually DOE Benefits!

Benefits: Medical/Vision/Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care FSA, Life/AD&D Insurance, Employer-matched 401-K, 10 days of Vacation Time per year, 1 hour of Sick Time for every 30 hours worked, 7 Paid Holidays 1 Birthday Holiday, Employee Assistance Program.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative, but not exclusive of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• 10 years of experience in capital project oversight, asset management, or owner’s rep roles in multifamily or commercial real estate
• Strong understanding of capital needs assessments, reserve studies, and capital planning tools
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across diverse markets and asset types
• Familiarity with HUD, LIHTC, and lender-driven CapEx compliance requirements
• Experience managing third-party construction managers, architects, and consultants
• Technologically savvy with experience in Yardi, Procore, or comparable systems
• Excellent organizational, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills
• Ability to balance strategic planning with tactical execution

Preferred Qualifications

The qualifications listed below are representative, but not exclusive of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• CAMT certification
• Previous experience in construction/carpentry
• Own or have access to a reliable and properly insured vehicle for use in business transportation needs and possess/maintain a valid driver’s license
• CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification (may be required according to the regulations of the property’s State)

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Strategic Capital Planning
  • Develop and maintain a multi-year capital improvement pipeline aligned with asset plans, reserve requirements, and investor expectations
  • Ensure every asset has a baseline Capital Needs Assessment (CNA) and establish a process for periodic CNA updates
  • Translate CNA findings into actionable CapEx scopes, budgets, timelines, and reserve draw schedules
  • Coordinate with Finance and Asset Management on reserve sufficiency and funding strategies
• Project Oversight & Execution
  • Oversee third-party consultants and vendors, including construction managers, engineers, architects, and other Owner’s Reps
  • Lead RFP processes, bid evaluations, contracting, and contractor performance management
  • Coordinate closely with Property Management and Maintenance to ensure timely access, minimize disruption, and deliver quality outcomes
  • Monitor project timelines, track deliverables, and manage closeout processes with appropriate documentation
• Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure all capital projects comply with lender, HUD, LIHTC, and investor requirements
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to contractor performance, delays, or scope changes
  • Maintain auditable project records for internal and external reporting
• Fee Capture & Reporting
  • Establish and maintain a system to track Guardian’s 10% project coordination fee across all eligible projects
  • Ensure accurate billing, recoverability, and documentation to support fee collection
  • Create and maintain portfolio-level CapEx dashboards for executive leadership, asset management, and investor reporting
• Cross-functional Leadership
  • Serve as the primary capital planning liaison across Property Operations, Asset Management, Development, Legal, and Finance
  • Participate in capital planning, refinancing, and Investment Committee processes as needed
  • Represent Guardian’s interests with external consultants and act as a clear point of accountability for project execution
  • Leverage internal and external systems (e.g., Yardi, Procore, Smartsheet) to streamline documentation, approvals, and reporting

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