Pre-Construction Manager, Capital Projects

Overview

The position is an owner-side role responsible for executing rehabilitation and preservation work across Contour Housing Partners’ multi-state multifamily portfolio. This position bridges physical asset diligence, scope development, and field execution — ensuring capital projects are clearly defined, competitively procured, and delivered with discipline across scope, schedule, and budget. The Pre-Construction Manager, Capital Projects will own the process of turning third-party reports, property operations input, and design considerations into clear, executable scopes of work.  

This is a hands-on, highly autonomous role for an experienced construction professional capable of operating independently across multiple active projects. The position does not manage a large internal team but carries meaningful responsibility for coordination, decision-making, and execution outcomes. 

Pay range:$110,000 - $130,000/year + bonus depending on experience.

Responsibilities

Physical Diligence Synthesis & Capital Planning  

• Responsible for third-party reports, including Physical Needs Assessments (PNAs), environmental reports, and building systems evaluations.  

• Integrate operational feedback from Property Management and design input into comprehensive capital plans.  

• Translate diligence findings into contract-ready scopes of work aligned with underwriting assumptions and investment objectives.  

Preconstruction Leadership & Coordination  

• Direct and coordinate the preconstruction process, including:  

• Third-party physical needs inspection firms engaged by Pennrose, lenders, or investors  

• Contractors and trade partners during bidding and scope development  

• Ensure scopes are complete, clearly defined, and suitable for competitive bidding and contracting.  

• Identify risks, scope gaps, and constructability considerations early in the process.  

Contracting, Execution & Oversight  

• Support contractor selection, bid evaluation, and contract negotiations.  

• Monitor and track project execution through completion, including scope, schedule, and budget adherence across multiple active projects.  

• Provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and outcomes to internal stakeholders across Acquisitions, Asset Management, and Property Management.  

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related technical discipline.  

• 5+ years of direct experience in multifamily construction project management, rehabilitation work, owner’s representation, or capital planning within a for-profit real estate platform or GC environment.  

• Strong understanding of building systems, rehabilitation projects, and construction sequencing.  

• Experience coordinating multiple third-party consultants, inspection firms, and contractors.  

• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional processes and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.  

• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects across a portfolio.  

• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and drive execution without extensive internal support infrastructure.  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.  

Work Environment: 

• Remote with ability to travel by plane and automobile is required.  

• Ability to work periodic flexible hours is required.   

Responsibilities

Physical Diligence Synthesis & Capital Planning  
- Responsible for third-party reports, including Physical Needs Assessments (PNAs), environmental reports, and building systems evaluations.  
- Integrate operational feedback from Property Management and design input into comprehensive capital plans.  
- Translate diligence findings into contract-ready scopes of work aligned with underwriting assumptions and investment objectives.  
Preconstruction Leadership & Coordination  
- Direct and coordinate the preconstruction process, including:  
- Third-party physical needs inspection firms engaged by Pennrose, lenders, or investors  
- Contractors and trade partners during bidding and scope development  
- Ensure scopes are complete, clearly defined, and suitable for competitive bidding and contracting.  
- Identify risks, scope gaps, and constructability considerations early in the process.  
Contracting, Execution & Oversight  
- Support contractor selection, bid evaluation, and contract negotiations.  
- Monitor and track project execution through completion, including scope, schedule, and budget adherence across multiple active projects.  
- Provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and outcomes to internal stakeholders across Acquisitions, Asset Management, and Property Management.