Integration (Owner Support) Specialist

About The Company

Built on a foundation of integrity, respect, and commitment, JPI stands out as one of the most active real estate developers and builders in the nation. For more than 35 years, JPI has designed and developed communities with best-in-class homes and amenities. JPI is committed to data-driven management and continuous improvement. Its team of experts utilizes data – including unparalleled market research, proven business processes, and proprietary models – to ensure that every decision is strategic, focused, and produces exceptional multifamily communities with the best risk-adjusted returns. More than just great communities, JPI is focused on leaving a lasting impact on the communities where we build and is continually committed to “Building What Matters.” JPI operates as a subsidiary of Sumitomo Forestry, which is recognized as one of the largest home builders in the United States.

About The Job

JPI has an exciting opportunity for an Integration Specialist to join our Design for Execution team located in Dallas, TX.

The Integration Specialist is responsible for executing design integration tasks at the project level. This role focuses on document control, milestone tracking, issue logging, and day-to-day coordination support. Tracks deliverables, validates compliance with design standards, updates dashboards, and coordinates the workflows between design, development, and construction. The position will report to the Integration Lead.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Validation of Design & Establishing Design Requirements

• Support design validation efforts by reviewing drawings, checklists, and requirements matrices to identify gaps, inconsistencies, or deviations.
• Assist with documenting design review findings, ensuring they are tracked and communicated to internal teams and consultants.
• Maintain updated records of consultant onboarding status and deliverable checklists to help track progress against plan.
• Document and follow up on action items related to design validation reviews, RFIs, and cross-functional input sessions.
  
  
  

Drawing Phasing & Design Milestones

• Track receipt and status of drawing packages according to established milestone dates and deliverable phasing logic.
• Update internal tools with current information on drawing progress, versioning, and consultant inputs.
• File and organize design documents, ensuring correct version control and consistent distribution to relevant parties.
• Identify and flag missing or late deliverables to the Lead to support schedule adherence and proper sequencing.
• Participate in drawing review working sessions and assist in documenting technical decisions and coordination outcomes.
  
  
  

Owner Support

• Assist in logging and managing change requests, drawing revisions, and submittal updates related to owner-directed changes.
• Support documentation handoff tasks by formatting, packaging, and distributing final drawing sets and associated logs.
• Help track field-driven revisions and maintain a consistent log of changes affecting design acceptance or budget alignment.
• Provide administrative and coordination support for jurisdictional items such as address registration, permit tracking, and agency coordination.
• Attend construction and coordination meetings as needed to provide document support and track integration-related action items.
  
  
  

Education, Work Experience, & Physical Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of Experience including 2 of the following areas: development, design management and construction, preferably in the multifamily industry.
• Excel, Bluebeam, and Procore.
• Knowledge of project phasing, execution risks, and owner-driven design changes.
• Ability to manage multiple teams and projects while ensuring quality and consistency.
• Experience with processes for design validation and documentation workflows.
• Act as a representative and advocate of JPI’s culture and guiding principles
• 5-day (Monday-Friday) Physical Co-location
• Daily Collaboration
  
  
  

Why work for us?

We have a 35-year track record of developing multifamily communities with responsibility, accountability, and integrity. Our stated purpose is to:

• Transform Building
• Enhance Communities
• Improve Lives
  
  
  

JPI has an ambitious and exciting vision for how we will achieve this, which makes for a positive and dynamic work environment, with many opportunities for personal development and growth. As well as our highly competitive offering of compensation and benefits, we are committed to:

• Transformative careers in a transformative company
• Comprehensive training and development
• Promotion from within at all levels of the organization
• Borderless Careers, based on performance, potential, and personal ambition
  
  
  

Industry Recognition

• NMHC - #1 Fastest Growing Developer; #2 Fastest Growing Building; #8 Largest National Developer; # 11 Largest National Builder
• Real Page – Most active multifamily developer in DFW for the past 8 years
• Dallas Business Journal Best Places to Work – 2023
• Dallas Business Journal – Largest DFW Real Estate Developers - #11
  
  
  

JPI offers associates a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more, including:

• Competitive Bonus Program
• 4 Weeks PTO for All New Associates (Pro-Rated by Hire Date)
• 11 Holidays and 8 Early Release Days
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match (Up to 5% Match)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Tuition Assistance
• Phone Reimbursement
• Associate Referral Bonuses