Director of Capital Projects

About JPNDC

The Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation (JPNDC) is a grassroots community development corporation anchored in 49 years of community organizing and resident leadership value. We seek to help transform the lives and amplify the voices of Boston residents who have been excluded from economic stability. We build affordable housing that allows people to thrive, provide economic prosperity services that help people build on their strengths, and organize people to pursue the changes they desire. Based in Jamaica Plain, we envision aBoston in which all people have access to secure housing, economic prosperity for their families, safe and vibrant childcare and neighborhoods with strong community relationships, political power, and opportunities to fulfill their potential.

What We Offer:

JPNDC offers an extensive Benefits package! Up to 90% of individual insurance premiums paid for health insurance, vision, and dental insurance, 2 weeks of vacation plus one week at the end of the year and 14 holidays recognized per year, employer - paid life & disability insurance, a vested 403b retirement, and much more! CEU Credit or comparable training offers to support professional development in areas of: DEI, economic and workforce development, early childhood education, and affordable housing and real estate finance.

About this Position:

If you are ready to make a lasting impact on the built environment that supports our residents and commercial tenants, consider applying!

• Are you a strategic capital projects leader with experience managing complex construction and renovation projects?
• Do you bring strong technical knowledge of building systems, capital planning, and construction oversight, and want to apply those skills to mission-driven real estate in service of the community?
• Do you enjoy collaborating across commercial, asset management, and development teams while taking ownership of large-scale capital improvements?
• If yes, the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation (JPNDC) invites you to apply to be the Director of Capital Projects on our dynamic team.

This role will lead major capital projects across JPNDC's Brewery and commercial campuses and oversee capital planning and execution for our residential portfolio. Projects may range from approximately $1 million to +$40 million, and include significant building system upgrades, renovations, infrastructure improvements, and decarbonization initiatives.

The Director of Capital Projects reports to the Associate Vice President of Real Estate & Assets and works closely with Commercial, Asset Management, and Real Estate Development teams. The role may also support design review and construction oversight for active development projects to ensure long-term durability and alignment with JPNDC standards.

Current JPNDC Real Estate Activities:

JPNDC owns and operates a diverse portfolio of affordable housing and commercial real estate, including the historic Brewery Complex in Jamaica Plain. Our portfolio includes over 1,000 units of senior housing, multi-family housing, supportive housing, limited-equity homeownership, and approximately 200,000 s.f. of mission-aligned commercial space.

In addition to active development initiatives-including large-scale public housing redevelopment, senior housing construction, and supportive housing projects-JPNDC is committed to long-term stewardship of our assets through thoughtful capital planning, climate resiliency investments and proactive building system upgrades.

The Director of Capital Projects will play a central role in preserving and strengthening these assets for current and future residents and commercial tenants. This role requires extensive knowledge of state building, construction and project management practices and processes.

What you will be responsible for:

1. Lead planning, budgeting and execution of major capital improvements across our commercial and residential portfolio, from scoping and procurement through construction closeout.
2. Develop and maintain a multi-year capital improvement plan for residential and commercial properties, in close coordination with our Asset Management team.
3. Conduct building condition assessments and analyze capital needs, including envelope, MEP systems, life safety systems, accessibility improvements, and energy efficiency upgrades.
4. Oversee design consultants, engineers, contractors, and owner's representatives to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with JPNDC standards.
5. Manage project budgets ranging from approximately $1M to $30M, including cost estimating, bid analysis, value engineering, change order review, and funding requisitions.
6. Coordinate funding strategies for capital projects, including use of reserves, refinancing proceeds, grants, insurance proceeds, and public funding sources.
7. Support procurement processes, including RFP/RFQ development, contractor selection, and negotiation of construction contracts.
8. Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, lender and investor standards, and public funding conditions.
9. Collaborate with the Development team to provide design review and construction input on new construction and substantial rehabilitation projects to ensure long-term maintainability and cost efficiency.
10. Work closely with Commercial and Asset Management teams to minimize operational disruption during construction and maintain strong tenant communication.
11. Represent JPNDC at project meetings with contractors, consultants, funders, and public agencies.
12. Prepare reports and updates for senior leadership and Board or committee meetings as needed.
13. Communicate frequently, candidly, and proactively with colleagues and partners to troubleshoot issues and achieve successful outcomes.
14. Other duties as assigned.

What it takes to be successful:

Competencies/Skills

• MA Construction Supervisor License required.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to make abstract concepts concrete.
• Comprehensive understanding of how to interpret construction drawings, including architectural, structural, and MEP plans, and applies that knowledge to coordinate scope, sequencing, and contractor alignment.
• Problem-solving approach and ability to modify plans as circumstances change.
• Ability to provide clear direction to others and to follow direction.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to adapt communication style to different contexts (e.g. tenant meetings, contractors, funders, regulatory agencies, etc.).
• Ability to translate technical construction and building systems issues into clear, accessible information for non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong time management skills, adaptable with ability to manage multiple priorities & meet deadlines, and keen attention to detail.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills are required for this position. Computer knowledge and proficiency including but not limited to Microsoft Office products, Bluebeam, Adobe/Acrobat, and Smartsheet.
• Highly entrepreneurial, proactive, self-motivated and results-oriented individual
• Self-starter who will take initiative to ensure a project moves forward as effectively as possible.
• Strong financial acumen, including capital budgeting and cost control.
• Commitment to JPNDC's mission and vision.
• Sense of humor always appreciated!

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years' of progressively responsible experience in construction management, architecture, capital project management, or facilities planning.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects in the $1M-$35M+ range.
• Experience working in low-income neighborhoods or affordable housing preferred.
• Proven track record of helping to lead construction projects. Experience in managing end‑to‑end procurement.
• Thorough understanding of project delivery methods, contract structures, and construction administration.
• Experience coordinating with public funders, lenders, or regulatory agencies preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex construction concepts into formats that residents and community members will understand.
• Bilingual: Haitian Creole, Spanish or Cape Verdean Creole a plus

Employment Terms/Compensation:

This is a full-time, salaried position at $115,000-130,000 with a full benefits package.

Salary level depending on experience. This is an on-site position, with five days a week in the office or at project sites. This position will require participation in some evening meetings.

Applicants must submit both a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position. Please submit a single pdf file that includes both your resume and cover letter.

JPNDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer