Capital Projects Manager — Planning & Analysis

AvalonBay Communities; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 92,800 - 154,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Growth opportunities

Associate recognition program

Apartment home discount

Strong company culture

Job summary

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Capital Planning & Analysis to lead the planning, due diligence, scoping, design, underwriting, execution, and reporting of capital projects across the region.

This role develops scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and execution plans aligned with asset management and investment objectives. You will partner with Asset Management, Investments, Design, Engineering, Operations and more to drive project strategies, oversee consultants and vendors,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, Business, or a related field
• Progressive experience managing capital projects, construction projects, or asset improvement programs
• Strong project management, budgeting, and financial analysis skills
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proficiency with project management and financial reporting tools

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from initial concept through project completion
• Partner with Asset Management, Investments, Design, Residential Services, Engineering, and Operations teams to develop project strategies
• Conduct due diligence and feasibility assessments for capital improvement opportunities
• Prepare project scopes, budgets, schedules, and underwriting assumptions
• Manage consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal project teams
• Oversee permitting, approvals, and project execution activities.
• Monitor project financial performance, timelines, risks, and overall results
• Provide regular reporting and updates to leadership on project status, budgets, and outcomes
• Ensure projects meet company standards for quality, safety, and resident experience
• Support long‑term capital planning and portfolio improvement initiatives

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

PM tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project management software

Financial reporting tools

Job description

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Capital Planning & Analysis to lead the planning, due diligence, scoping, design, underwriting, execution, and reporting of capital projects across the region.

This role develops scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and execution plans aligned with asset management and investment objectives. You will partner with Asset Management, Investments, Design, Engineering, Operations and more to drive project strategies, oversee consultants and vendors,