Project Manager

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to lead multifamily and student housing construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role is responsible for full project ownership-financial, contractual, schedule, and executional-and serves as the primary point of accountability for successful project delivery.

Proven experience in multifamily and/or student housing construction is REQUIRED. The ideal candidate has managed high-density, unit-driven residential projects and understands the complexities of repetitive layouts, phased turnovers, aggressive schedules, and owner-facing coordination.

Key Responsibilities (R&R)

Project Planning & Execution

• Own the project lifecycle from preconstruction handoff through final closeout.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project execution plans, including:
• Master schedules and milestone tracking
• Procurement and buyout strategies
• Staffing plans and resource allocation
• Coordinate closely with Architects, Engineers, Owners, and Consultants to ensure contract documents are executed accurately.
• Lead constructability reviews and proactively resolve scope gaps or conflicts.
• Ensure permits, approvals, and jurisdictional requirements are obtained and maintained.
  

Budget, Cost & Contract Management

• Establish, manage, and protect the project budget from award through closeout.
• Track cost-to-complete, forecast cash flow, and manage financial risk.
• Lead change management, including pricing, negotiation, documentation, and owner approval.
• Review and approve subcontractor pay applications, change orders, and invoices.
• Drive cost control without compromising safety, quality, or schedule.
  
  

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and manage the full project team, including:
• Project Engineers
• Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents
• Subcontractors and Vendors
• Set clear expectations, enforce accountability, and foster a collaborative project culture.
• Partner closely with the Project Superintendent to align field execution with project controls.
• Participate actively in preconstruction, buyout, and scheduling strategy.
  

Schedule, Quality & Risk Management

• Own the project schedule-no-surprise execution is the standard.
• Monitor schedule performance with a focus on unit sequencing, trade stacking, and turnover milestones.
• Ensure quality standards are clearly defined, communicated, and enforced.
• Identify project risks early and develop mitigation strategies.
• Resolve issues proactively before they impact cost, schedule, or client confidence.
  
  

Communication, Reporting & Controls

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Owners and key stakeholders.
• Lead owner meetings, provide clear project updates, and manage expectations.
• Ensure accurate, real-time project documentation in Procore, including:
• RFIs and submittals
• Change management
• Budget tracking
• Schedule updates
• Prepare and present internal and external project reports.
  

Closeout & Turnover

• Lead the project through punch list, closeout, and final turnover.
• Ensure all closeout documentation, warranties, and training are completed accurately and on time.
• Drive timely project completion and final acceptance.
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Project delivered on or ahead of schedule.
• Budget adherence and accurate forecasting.
• Timely and well-documented change management.
• Strong subcontractor performance and accountability.
• Client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Complete and accurate project documentation.
• On-time closeout and turnover.
  
  

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Multifamily and/or Student Housing project management experience - REQUIRED.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of construction project management experience.
• Demonstrated success managing unit-based residential projects with aggressive schedules.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, procurement, and trade coordination.
• Proficiency in Procore, scheduling software (MS Project or equivalent), and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Experience with preconstruction, scope development, and cost estimating.
• Experience delivering projects in occupied, phased, or schedule-sensitive environments.
• Experience with institutional or government clients is a plus, but residential execution expertise is paramount.
  
  

Reporting Structure

Reports To

• Director of Operations / Senior Project Manager
  
  

Expectations

• Own the project-financially, contractually, and operationally.
• Lead with clarity, discipline, and accountability.
• Anticipate challenges and resolve issues before they escalate.
• Represent our client with integrity, professionalism, and confidence.
• Commit to continuous improvement and team development.