Director of Capital Improvements

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The position: The Director of Capital Improvements is responsible for all facets of designated Construction and Capex projects assigned to their respective region and team. Only highly ethical candidates with an ability to problem solve and lead a team will be considered. The candidate will need to have demonstrated substantial prior experience and strong leadership skills. Knowledge with plans, change orders, scope creation, AIA contracting, insurance loss, budgeting and coordination of all team activities will be expected to ensure that goals or objectives of the department and projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. 

• Reviews project proposal or plan to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project
• Establishes work plan and staffing for each project, and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel
• Financial reporting and tracking of department profitability will be required
• Direct and coordinate with staff to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority to ensure projects progress on schedule and within prescribed budget
• Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modify schedules or plans as required
• Prepares project reports for management, client, or others
• Possess the ability to work with ownership and lenders to create opening capital budgets for loan tie back
• Past insurance and adjuster experience for loss situations expected
• Act as the liaison for ownership groups on a regular basis
• Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems
• Coordinates project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university preferred
• 10-15 years of prior related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Physical Requirements:

• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to read documents, computer screens and data
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer
• May occasionally be required to lift or carry items such as files or office supplies weighing up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment

Work Environment:

• This is a hybrid role, requiring the associate to work in one of our corporate or regional offices 4 days per week.
• The office is an open setting which may include bright lights, constant noises and distractions.     

Join RPM Living and experience exceptional benefits designed to enhance your life.

• Weekly pay for all associates working onsite at an apartment community
  
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage available for all full-time, regular associates 
  
• Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs
  
• Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
  
• 401(k) with robust company match 
  
• Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans
  
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
  
• Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days
  
• Discounted Perks (Costco membership, movie tickets, health & wellness, entertainment & travel discounts)

Employment with RPM Living is contingent upon successful completion of a background check as local and federal state requires, and possession of a valid driver's license.

RPM Living participates in E-Verify. For more information, see the E-Verify Participation Poster and the Right to Work Poster.

RPM Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.