Capital Projects & Construction Manager

Great Lakes Management is seeking a Capital Projects & Construction Manager to oversee capital planning, construction, renovations, and major improvement projects across our property portfolio. This role works closely with property management, ownership, architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with company standards. Consider joining our team today!

Responsibilities:

• Lead annual and long-term capital planning, including identifying property needs, evaluating building systems, and developing project scopes, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage capital projects from initial planning and design through construction, completion, and final closeout.
• Coordinate with property management teams to minimize disruptions to residents, staff, and daily operations.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors to review plans, monitor progress, and resolve project issues.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, expenditures, contracts, invoices, and change orders.
• Participate in new construction projects, including site visits, building turnover, inspections, and operational readiness.
• Coordinate punch-list inspections, track deficiencies, and verify completion of corrective work.
• Manage new construction warranty claims and track issues through resolution.
• Maintain organized project documentation, including contracts, plans, warranties, schedules, and closeout records.
• Provide regular updates to senior management regarding project status, budgets, risks, and outstanding issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, business administration, property management, or a related field preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in construction, property management, facilities management, development, or capital project management preferred.
• Experience with commercial, multifamily, senior housing, or occupied residential properties highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of building systems, construction practices, project management, and budgeting.
• Ability to review construction plans, specifications, proposals, and contracts.
• Excellent organizational, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project or property management software.

Benefits:

• 401(k) Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays
• Health Insurance