Construction Manager

PENLER; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate investment firm is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee multifamily construction projects. This role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure projects meet their schedules and budgets. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in project reporting and quality control is essential, along with strong communication skills. The position is based in Atlanta and involves travel throughout the southeastern U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in multifamily construction.
• Strong working knowledge of multifamily building systems.
• Self-starter with proactive mindset and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Monitor construction progress and identify risks.
• Prepare professional project reporting for stakeholders.

Skills

Multifamily construction experience

Project reporting

Quality control

Contract administration

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Job description

Company Background: Penler is a best-in-class multifamily real estate investment, development and asset management firm headquartered in Atlanta, GA. Founded in early 2019, Penler has a transaction volume of over $1.6B across both development and acquisition projects. While looking to continue its managed growth, Penler remains focused on maintaining a strong team culture and pursuing new opportunities for both its investors and employees.

Job Title: Construction Manager

Job Description: The Construction Manager will work directly with the Managing Director of Development and Construction to support the planning, coordination, and execution of new construction and renovation projects across Penler’s portfolio.

This role will be responsible for project level construction oversight, schedule and cost tracking, quality control, work acceptance, and reporting. The Construction Manager will coordinate with project teams and external partners to ensure projects are executed in accordance with approved plans, schedules, and budgets.

This position is preferably based in Atlanta, GA and requires travel throughout the southeastern United States.

General Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Managing Director of Development and Construction on construction planning, execution, and oversight for new construction and renovation projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and budget
• Proactive issue resolution and drive informed decisions
• Support budget tracking, forecasting, and change management
• Coordinate quality control efforts, including site observations, inspections, and work acceptance
• Contribute to the improvement of construction execution and reporting processes
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism in all internal and external interactions

Construction Oversight

• Monitor construction progress, field activities, and open issues across projects
• Proactively identify risks, conflicts, or deviations and escalate with options and recommended actions
• Review pay applications for accuracy and consistency with work in place and support timely processing and payment

Schedule & Cost Control

• Assist in analyzing, developing, and maintaining project schedules
• Monitor sequencing constraints, schedule impacts, and recovery plans
• Support budget tracking, forecasting, and change management

Quality Control, Testing & Work Acceptance

• Perform site observations and inspections to verify work conforms to contract documents, approved submittals, and applicable codes
• Coordinate third-party testing and inspections, including scheduling, documentation, and follow-up on results
• Proactively track, document, and follow through on quality issues, deficiencies, and non-conforming work
• Support substantial completion, punch-out, and final acceptance of work
• Assist with close-out documentation, warranties, and record drawings

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare and maintain best-in-class professional project reporting for internal leadership and external Limited Partners
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across reporting
• Proactively anticipate information needs and prepare concise, executive-ready materials
• Maintain clear documentation of approvals, milestones, and acceptance status

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in multifamily construction
• Experience with site work and early-phase construction activities preferred
• Strong working knowledge of multifamily building systems
• Demonstrated experience with quality control, inspections, punch lists, and work acceptance
• Experience preparing professional project-level reporting
• Strong understanding of construction schedules, cost controls, and contract administration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; experience with construction management software preferred (ex: Procore, MS Project, etc)
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, proactive mindset, and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Preferably located in Atlanta or near-term relocation to Atlanta
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the southeastern U.S.