Construction Services Manager

At Equity Residential, we're dedicated to creating thriving communities, and we invite you to be part of our team. Embracing values like Diversity, Sustainability, and Total Wellbeing, we foster a workplace culture of authenticity and collaboration.

How We Deliver a Winning Performance:

• Question Authority
• Walk the Talk
• Share Knowledge
• Listen, not just Hear
• See the Glass Half Full
• Take Educated Risks
• Enjoy the Ride
• Share the Spotlight
• Do the Right Thing
• Test Your Limits

We Care About Your Total Wellbeing:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision care
• Social Wellbeing: 9 paid holidays, annual vacation time, paid sick leave, new parent benefits
• Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Rent Discounts, Competitive Compensation
• Community Wellbeing: Paid Community Service Hours
• Career Wellbeing: Leadership Development
Learn more about our Total Wellbeing program here.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Under the direction of the Vice President-Construction Services, this position is independently responsible for managing, evaluating, and implementing construction projects for an assigned portfolio of between twelve (12) to approximately twenty (20) multifamily properties.

• Independently evaluates, manages and executes all construction projects for a portfolio of between twelve (12) to twenty (20) properties.
• Develops plans to execute construction projects. This may involve the use of outside management expertise (consultants, designers, etc.) where appropriate or by directly executing the project by developing the scope and specifications, by bidding and contracting for the work, and managing the inspection and payment process.
• Updates reports on the progress of all assigned projects. Alerts team members and/or management when problems arise and works collaboratively to develop cost-effective, budget conscience solutions.
• Acts as a support resource for the Investment Officers, Regional Managers and Facility Services Managers. This includes working with them to develop a list of capital needs and budget estimates on an annual basis. Work closely with Investment Officers to maintain a ten year Capital Plan for all existing properties that aligns with EQR business plans.
• Organizes and conducts the physical evaluation component in the due diligence process for new acquisitions. This may involve conducting the due diligence directly in person and preparing a written report, including a capital budget for review as part of the acquisition process. It may also include contracting out to independent engineers and managing and overseeing their performance.
• Recommends and retains the services of specialty engineers in due diligence where unique situations occur such as central HVAC systems, unusual structural conditions, or where other complex elements exist.
• Develop collaborative relationships with regional and market-based contractors and vendors to promote low cost and high-quality pricing and services. Manages relationships with the vendors and independently validates their pricing to ensure the continuation of financial benefits to Equity Residential.
• The development of plans and specifications may be performed by the CSM, or with the assistance of a third-party consultant or designer.
• Provide support on those capital projects that will be executed by the Regional Manager or Facility Services Manager where requested by them, for example, assisting in developing standardized specifications and scopes of work for repetitive tasks or assisting on specialty tasks.
• Represents the Company in a professional manner at all times. Consistently maintains a professional courteous attitude when dealing with residents, coworkers and the general public.
Performs other duties as necessary.

What You’ll Need to Thrive:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• The successful candidate must be able to independently carry out the responsibilities of this position and typically possess 3 years construction management experience.
• Computer literacy/spreadsheet proficiency required.
• Ability to verbally express the daily activities of the job to peers and management.
• Ability to present problems in a clear and concise manner with practical solutions as needed.
• Ability to write progress reports including project histories, problems, recommended solutions, and justifications for recommendations.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical equations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to conduct project cost forecasting and scheduling.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks with varying deadlines.
• Extensive travel required, primarily local and within the assigned portfolio; must also be available to travel overnight 2-3 per year for team meetings, etc.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Ability to hear and speak well enough to converse verbally over the phone and in-person (expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken or written word).
• Ability to interpret, evaluate and communicate detailed written or verbal instructions to others accurately and easily.
• Able to see well enough to use the computer effectively and read written communications.
• Ability to lift, push, pull or carry up to 15 pounds for the dissemination of documents, supplies, materials, etc. to various locations throughout the office/facility.
• May be required to climb stairs depending on the property structure.

The above describes the physical and visual activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the essential functions of this job. “Commonly associated” is not intended to mean always or only. Reasonable accommodation will be provided as required by law to enable otherwise qualified employees with a known disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Machines, Tools and Equipment, Software:

Computer equipment and software applications typically used by business units.

Licenses/Certification:

Valid drivers’ license and good driving record along with auto insurance required.

Other Requirements:

As an Equity Residential team member, you represent Equity. While you are on the job, Equity Residential expects you to wear clothing and accessories that are appropriate in a professional business environment. If a uniform is required at the property, you are expected to wear it. Refer to Equity’s Grooming Standards and Dress Code Guidelines for additional information. .

The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, and qualifications. Employees are eligible for performance bonuses.

When you join Equity Residential, you won’t be treated as simply another employee — you will be considered a partner in our shared success. As such, we are committed to investing in your personal success through a benefits program that supports your Total Wellbeing.

We recognize that everyone has different needs outside of work. That’s why, in addition to a competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision and paid time off), we offer many unique benefits options to employees, like a comprehensive wellness program, pet insurance, new parent benefits, and paid time off for community service projects. In addition to your next job, you can also find your next home with us! Rent discounts on Equity Residential apartment homes are available to our benefits-eligible employees. The amount of the discount offered is determined based on the market, ranging upwards from 20%.

At Equity Residential, like our residents, our employees come from everywhere. A richly diverse work environment captures top talent, cultivates the best ideas, and creates the widest possible platform for success. By focusing on inclusion, these differences are harnessed to create value — in ideas, business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive.

All aspects of the employment process are merit-based. Every Equity employee is expected to maintain a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Equity Residential does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, sexual/gender identity/expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship status, military (including uniformed service member or protected veteran) status, marital status, genetic characteristic or information, ancestry or any other characteristic protected by law. Equity Residential also prohibits retaliation against individuals who report harassment or discrimination, or participate in investigations into such conduct.