Real Estate Project Manager

Job Summary

The Senior Real Estate Project Manager is responsible for the full execution of real estate development and construction projects, from pre-construction through completion and close-out. This role owns construction schedules, contractor coordination, cost controls, reporting, and risk management, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in compliance with all requirements.

The Senior PM serves as the day-to-day owner of assigned projects, acting as the primary liaison between ownership, general contractors, consultants, lenders, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Construction Leadership

Lead projects from pre-construction through final completion and turnover

Own and manage project schedules and critical path timelines

Coordinate and manage general contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and consultants

Conduct regular construction site visits to verify progress, quality, safety, and sequencing

Hold contractors accountable to contractual obligations, schedules, and scopes of work

Confirm and certify project milestones and percentage of completion

Schedule, Budget & Cost Control

Develop, track, and maintain detailed construction schedules

Identify schedule risks and implement corrective action plans

Review and approve pay applications, requisitions, and draw packages

Coordinate lender and investor draw submissions and respond to third-party reviewer comments

Monitor project budgets, cost reports, and forecasts; flag overruns early

Review and negotiate change orders, ensuring pricing and scope alignment

Meetings, Reporting & Communication

Lead weekly construction progress meetings, including agenda preparation, meeting minutes, and follow-ups

Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly project status reports to senior leadership

Communicate project risks, delays, and mitigation strategies clearly and proactively

Serve as primary point of contact for day-to-day project execution

Feasibility & Pre-Development

Lead or support feasibility studies for prospective development projects

Review preliminary budgets, schedules, constructability, and entitlement risks

Coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants during early planning phases

Provide clear recommendations on project viability and go / no-go decisions

Compliance & Close-Out

Ensure compliance with permits, zoning approvals, codes, and regulatory requirements

Track inspections, approvals, punch lists, and close-out documentation

Oversee project close-out, including final lien waivers, as-builts, warranties, and turnover packages

Support audits, lender reviews, and post-completion reporting

Support development of internal processes and best practices

Qualifications

5 years of experience in real estate development or construction project management

Proven experience leading ground-up or major renovation projects

Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, budgeting, and cost controls

Demonstrated experience managing draws, requisitions, and lender reporting

Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office, and project management tools

Ability to travel regularly to construction sites

Preferred

Experience with multifamily, mixed-use, or affordable housing projects

Experience with public or subsidized financing structures (LIHTC, agency financing a plus)

Experience working directly with lenders, inspectors, and third-party consultants

Core Competencies

Ownership mentality and accountability

Strong contractor management and negotiation skills

Clear and decisive communication

Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

Strong judgment under schedule and budget pressure

Working Conditions

Combination of office work and frequent on-site presence

Flexibility to work outside standard hours to meet construction milestones

Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment