Project Manager, Capital Improvements

The Lewis Group of Companies; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Monthly auto allowance

Health benefits

401k with company match

Cellphone reimbursement

Job summary

A prominent real estate development firm in California is seeking a Project Manager, Capital Improvements to oversee renovation and capital projects across apartment communities. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in construction management, strong budgeting skills, and exceptional communication abilities. The role offers a competitive salary between $120k-$140k, various health benefits including a 401k match, and a monthly auto allowance, all within a supportive corporate culture focused on growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of progressive experience in construction or capital project management.
• Experience in multifamily housing or real estate preferred.
• Knowledge of renovation processes and California construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of capital improvement projects.
• Develop detailed project plans including schedules and budgets.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for capital projects.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Knowledge

Budgeting

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Yardi

Microsoft Office

Job description

SoCal Property ManagementUpland,California

About Us:

Lewis Group of Companies is one of the nation’s largest privately held real estate development firms. With over 70 years of experience, we’re committed to creating communities that thrive. We value honesty, long-term relationships, and high-quality standards that benefit our employees, residents, and the broader communities we serve.

More about this role:

Lewis seeks an experienced and driven Project Manager, Capital Improvements to lead renovation and capital projects across a diverse portfolio of apartment communities throughout southern and northern California. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects from concept through completion. You will help ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest Lewis-quality standards while minimizing disruption to residents. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, and have a strong background in multifamily construction or renovation, we’d love to hear from you.

Your work will include:

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead the full lifecycle of capital improvement projects including scoping, design coordination, permitting, construction, and close-out.
• Conduct site assessments to evaluate existing conditions and confirm project feasibility
• Develop detailed project plans including schedules, budgets, milestones, procurement strategies, and risk mitigation
• Create comprehensive scopes of work and technical specifications for bidding and execution
• Manage plan checks, permitting, and approvals with governing agencies
• Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with schedule, scope, and quality standards

Budgeting & Cost Management

• Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates for capital planning
• Own project budgets from approval through completion
• Lead competitive bidding processes and negotiate contractor proposals
• Identify value engineering opportunities
• Track expenditures, forecast variances, and provide financial reporting to leadership
• Coordinate long-lead procurement to protect project timelines
• Source and manage design teams, consultants, and contractors
• Oversee contractor performance to ensure compliance with contracts, codes, ADA, Fair Housing, environmental, and safety standards
• Conduct routine site inspections to monitor quality and progress
• Review change orders and manage contract modifications

Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for capital projects
• Provide clear updates to senior leadership, regional teams, asset management, property teams, and ownership
• Coordinate with on-site management to minimize resident disruption
• Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, and project summaries
• Facilitate construction status meetings

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations
• Identify risks related to schedule, cost, and operations and implement mitigation strategies
• Lead and influence cross-functional teams to achieve project goals
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and disciplined execution across departments

Please note: Your position will involve regular travel in the Inland Empire area of Southern California. Occasional air travel to Northern CA may be required for meetings/property visits. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Previous experience for Success

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• 5–7+ years of progressive experience in construction or capital project management
• Experience in multifamily housing or real estate strongly preferred
• Knowledge of renovation processes, building systems, permitting, and construction scopes
• Familiarity with California construction standards and regulatory requirements
• Experience using construction management platforms such as Procore, MS Project, Yardi, or similar
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally awarded and recognized, growing company with a strong history, a broad future, and positive corporate culture. In addition to a competitive annual salary range ($120-$140k per experience) and annual bonus and raise eligibility, Lewis offers a monthly auto allowance, $100/month cellphone reimbursement, a variety of health benefits to choose from, a 401k with company match, and much more.

Lewis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants of diverse backgrounds to apply.