Associate Capital Director, Construction

As a Capital Associate / Associate Capital Director, you will serve as the second member of a two-person capital function, reporting directly to the Lead Capital Director, overseeing capital expenditures across a diversified portfolio of office, industrial, retail, and multifamily assets. You will independently own the delivery of defensive CAPEX and renovation projects and provide first-level technical review of due diligence, budgets, contracts, and draws within your delegated authority. You will also serve as the day-to-day coordination point for the function's third-party delivery network. While mission-critical, high-risk, and development matters are led by the Lead Capital Director, you will play a key role in supporting their execution. This is a role designed to extend the function's coverage and capacity across acquisitions and asset management — not an administrative or assistant position.

• →Manage and coordinate engineering and environmental due diligence on acquisitions and dispositions, including Property Condition Reports, environmental and PML studies, and construction diligence reports
• →Perform first-level review of due diligence documents and consultant reports, identifying omissions, inconsistencies, and material findings
• →Independently lead the planning and execution of defensive CAPEX and renovation projects, from concept through closeout, within delegated authority
• →Review project scopes, budgets, schedules, proposals, and construction contracts, identifying risk allocation and commercial issues
• →Perform initial review of draws, lien waivers, invoices, and supporting documentation for consistency with approved budgets and contracts
• →Serve as the primary coordination point for third-party consultants, outside counsel, construction monitors, and owner's representatives
• →Respond to architectural, engineering, and environmental issues at managed properties, working with contract property management to resolve them
• →Support the Lead Capital Director on development matters, including validating budgets, reviewing construction documents, and negotiating contracts
• →Conduct property inspections and collaborate with asset managers on capital improvement plans and long-term maintenance strategies
• →Evaluate construction and operational risks, support insurance renewals, and coordinate responses to environmental incidents
• →Escalate mission-critical, high-risk, or out-of-authority issues to the Lead Capital Director and support execution under their direction
• →Maintain continuing awareness of relevant laws, building codes, and market trends impacting capital work, and sustain in-depth networks in key markets

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or similar)
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in capital projects, construction, or engineering within commercial real estate
• Demonstrated experience reviewing engineering reports, budgets, and construction contracts
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, construction methods, and environmental issues
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and external consultants simultaneously
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently within delegated authority while escalating appropriately

• Master's degree in a related field, or professional licensure (PE, RA, or similar)
• Experience across multiple asset classes, including office, industrial, retail, and multifamily
• Familiarity with institutional investment management structures and reporting requirements
• Experience with development oversight, entitlements, or GMP contract review
• Knowledge of national vendor agreements and maintenance audit programs (e.g., fire sprinkler, roofing, elevator)
• Strong desire to gain exposure to real estate investment strategy and execution, and leveraging engineering and construction expertise to further those efforts

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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