Construction Project Manager

The Raleigh Housing Authority is seeking to add new members to the team who are eager to make a difference in their community. If you are looking for more than just a job, but a place where you belong, can grow, and be part of a solution to the housing affordability crisis, we have a place for you. Enjoy the satisfaction of helping families be housed successfully and giving them an opportunity to thrive. We value service, community, respect, and equity. We offer competitive compensation, generous benefits, a solid pension plan, and opportunities for career growth. Commit to something that matters and begin your journey with Raleigh Housing Authority.

General Description

Seeking an experienced construction project manager to join the team, who will be responsible for the completion of capital improvement projects for a large real estate portfolio.

Communication skills, both written and verbal

• Collaboration and relationship building as you are in close contact with external and internal customers such as residents, colleagues, contractors and city inspectors.
• Organizational skills and confidence are vital as you will simultaneously manage multiple priorities.
• A self-motivated candidate is required for oversight of a wide array of projects, as you will make practical decisions while representing the best interests of our customers.
• Responsible for evaluating capital improvement projects.
• Develop scopes of work and project schedules ensuring successful projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Schedule contractors in practical order, ensuring work is efficiently completed during job-site inspections.
• Authorizing contract payments is included in job responsibilities, as well as set up and maintenance of contract files from inception to completion.
• Engaging in assigned communities, you will evaluate and present opportunities for capital improvement projects.
• Administrative work is required, including but not limited to preparation of contracts, changing orders and other correspondence.

Special Requirements

• Valid NC Driver's License required.
• Drug testing and criminal background check required.

Desirable Education & Training

• Graduation from a four-year college with a degree in construction management is highly preferred.
• Consideration will also be given to candidates with a High School Diploma or its equivalent and four years of experience in construction work with responsibility for supervision and construction cost estimating, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Practical knowledge of asbestos and lead based paint abatements is favorable as is multi-lingual proficiency.
• Familiarity with MS Office 365 is highly preferred.