Construction Manager

Construction Manager – Build-to-Rent Development
Location: On-site, Hardeeville, SC

Green Room Partners is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the on-site execution of build-to-rent (BTR) development projects. This role reports directly to the Director of Development. The role requires a hands-on leader with deep expertise in site supervision, contractor coordination, scheduling, quality control, budget management, and project documentation.

Responsibilities
Site Work & Infrastructure Management

• Oversee all site development activities, including grading, excavation, utilities, roadways, sidewalks, and drainage systems.
• Coordinate with civil engineers, surveyors, and site contractors to ensure infrastructure is installed per approved plans.
• Manage installation of underground utilities (water, sewer, gas, electrical, telecom) in coordination with local utility providers.
• Ensure roads, building pads, curbs utilities, and grading are in accordance with the civil design and coordinate between the civil engineer and site contractor as necessary.
• Review third-party construction material testing reports for soil compaction, concrete strength, and asphalt quality, ensuring compliance with project requirements and engineering specifications.

Utilities Turnover, Closeout & Final Inspections

• Coordinate utility turnover and acceptance process with local providers for electrical, water, gas, sewer, and telecom services.
• Review as-built documentation, warranties, and operation manuals, and closeout documents to complete all acceptance and turnover to local authority having jurisdictions.

On-Site Construction Oversight

• Supervise with the contractors on all on-site vertical and landscape construction activities, ensuring compliance with project plans, specifications, and approved schedules.
• Conduct weekly inspections to monitor workmanship, material installations, and progress tracking to ensure QA/QC and critical path is met.
• Identify and resolve field conflicts in a timely manner by collaborating with engineers, architects, and contractors.
• Ensure all work follows contract documents and approved construction drawings.

Budget & Cost Control

• Review and approve potential change orders and change orders, ensuring accurate documentation and cost validation before submission.
• Track and manage construction costs, identifying potential savings and value engineering opportunities while maintaining quality.
• Work with the Director of Development to align expenses with budget forecasts and address potential overruns.
• Verify contractor payment applications against work progress and contract terms before approval.

Progress Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain weekly construction logs, documenting work completed, material deliveries, and any issues.
• Prepare monthly progress reports for project stakeholders, detailing schedule adherence, budget status, and potential risks.

Submittal & Shop Drawing Review

• Review shop drawings, material submittals, and RFIs to verify compliance with project specifications and design intent.
• Coordinate with design professionals and contractors to resolve discrepancies in drawings and material selections.
• Ensure all approved submittals are properly distributed in a timely manner and implemented on-site.

Punch & Acceptance Process

• Oversee the punch list creation, tracking, and punchout process to ensure all units and common areas meet quality standards before acceptance.
• Manage unit inspections and acceptance walkthroughs with ownership, contractors, and property management.
• Work with subcontractors to correct punch list items in a timely manner to support leasing efforts.

Turnover & Coordination with Property Management

• Coordinate unit and amenity turnovers with on-site property management to ensure smooth transitions for leasing and occupancy.
• Ensure amenities and common areas are completed, inspected, and accepted in alignment with the leasing schedule.
• Address any construction-related concerns from property management to facilitate tenant move-ins.

Requirements
Technical Skills

• 7 years of field experience in on-site construction management, with a focus on multifamily or residential developments.
• Strong understanding of site development, grading, underground utilities, and roadwork.
• Expertise in construction methods, sequencing, and quality control.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, site plans, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Experience with budget tracking, change order review, and contractor payment approvals.
• Familiarity with building codes, zoning laws, and permit requirements.
• Proficient in Procore, and other construction management software.
• Proficient in project scheduling software, such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
• Experience managing utility coordination and final inspections with regulatory agencies.
• Experience reviewing third-party construction material testing reports for soil, concrete, and asphalt.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

• Hardeeville, SC 29927 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hardeeville, SC 29927: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $105,000 - $120,000