Director of Construction

Job Title: Director of Construction Management

Department: Construction Services

Reports To: SVP of Asset Management & Construction

Job Summary

The Director of Construction will oversee Nolan Living’s construction operations, from project planning and design, to project management and execution. This role requires an experienced and driven professional with a strong background in multifamily construction management and a proven track record of successfully delivering multifamily value-add and rehabilitation projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will be a natural leader, capable of motivating and inspiring teams, fostering collaboration, and building strong relationships with partners, contractors, and vendors.

It is preferred that this role be based in our Kansas City headquarters or in one of our other target markets – Texas, Ohio, Illinois, or Indiana.

Nolan Living Summary

• Nolan Living (the “Company”) is a vertically integrated owner and operator of residential communities across the United States, with a focus in the Midwest and Texas
• The Company has over a 30-year track record of successfully acquiring and repositioning residential communities with approximately 19,000 units acquired and 13,000 disposed of since 1992
• The Company currently owns and manages 26 communities consisting of more than 6,300 units
• Nolan Living employs over 200 professionals across investments, property management, construction management, asset management, finance, accounting, HR and marketing

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of construction projects across the company’s multifamily portfolio, including budgeting, planning, scheduling, and execution
• Manage internal construction teams and external vendors, contractors, and consultants
• Collaborate with property management and asset management teams to ensure construction projects align with operational goals and resident satisfaction
• Work closely with the investments team to support due diligence and property takeover efforts by assessing capital needs and providing renovation plans and budgets
• Manage multifamily value-add and rehabilitation project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful project delivery
• Track and report on project timelines, budgets, and performance metrics to senior leadership. Identify potential risks or issues, developing and implementing solutions as necessary
• Lead project scope development, cost estimation, RFPs, bidding, and contract negotiations
• Partner with claims managers, adjusters, and insurance representatives to manage the restoration of casualty losses to mitigate loss and minimize the speed of recovery
• Create and implement report templates and processes, which may include but are not limited to RFPs, bid documents, contracts, site reports, project budgets, etc.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve construction efficiency, quality, and safety
• Manage capital expenditure (CapEx) budgeting and forecasting in coordination with asset management and finance. Draft 5-year capital plans and present to Asset Management team
• Develop and manage reporting metrics on existing assets to understand remaining useful life of asset components (i.e., roofs, windows, asphalt, etc.).
• Hire, train, and manage a team of construction professionals, including project managers and support staff
• Foster strong relationships with contractors, vendors, and other partners to ensure the timely and cost - effective completion of projects
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, building codes, and safety standards
• Stay apprised of the latest construction and Proptech trends to continuously foster innovation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Master’s degree or PMP certification a plus)
• 10 years of construction management experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role within the multifamily or commercial real estate sector
• Proven experience managing large-scale renovation and value-add projects
• Strong understanding of building systems, materials, construction methods, and codes
• Proficiency in construction project management tools (e.g., Yardi CM, Procore, MS Project, or similar)
• Diligent organizational skills with a track record of keeping projects on time and on budget
• Strong leadership, team management and intrapersonal skills with an ability to communicate with construction professionals in the field
• Ability to travel to job sites across the portfolio as needed

EEO Statement

Nolan Living provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salary Description

$170-190K Bonus