Rehab Project Manager

Indus Communities; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Indus Management Group in Houston is seeking a Rehab Project Manager to oversee all phases of construction and rehabilitation for multiple multifamily projects. You will evaluate scope, schedules, budgets, and coordinate a team of contractors to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The role requires leadership, five years of PM experience in renovations, knowledge of building codes, and the ability to read CAD drawings. Local travel within Houston is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum five years of progressive project management in construction/renovations.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• Advanced knowledge of codes, structural design, materials and tools.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings and Autodesk docs.
• Spanish fluency preferred; strong leadership and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, budget, and execute rehab projects for multifamily properties.
• Develop scope, timelines, and budgets for rehab initiatives.
• Coordinate materials, labor, procurement, and contractor oversight.
• Address delays, risks, and site emergencies to ensure on-time completion.
• Lead HR aspects of the team and manage direct reports.
• Monitor payments, quality control, and compliance with contracts.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Reading CAD drawings

Problem solving

Multitasking

Spanish (preferable)

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or Construction Management

Tools

Autodesk CAD

SharePoint

ClickUp

Gantt charts

Job description

Description

Indus Management Group is a property management company in Houston specializing in renovating and restoring distressed multifamily properties. With our first acquisition in 2002, Indus Management Group currently manages 38 apartment complexes in the Houston area. We specialize in the Class B & C property space, with over 10,000 units under management. Our goal has always been and continues to be to convert distressed properties into uplifted communities.

Indus Management Group is a property management company in Houston specializing in renovating and restoring distressed multifamily properties. With our first acquisition in 2002, Indus Management Group currently manages 38 apartment complexes in the Houston area. We specialize in the Class B & C property space, with over 10,000 units under management. Our goal has always been and continues to be to convert distressed properties into uplifted communities.

Job Summary

The role of the Rehab Project Manager is to manage all aspects and phases of the construction process effectively and fully, from initial concept through rehab completion for multiple multi-family property rehab (renovations) projects. They assess the scope of the project, maintain schedules, identify, quantify and allocate resources needed, and maintain budgets and profitability through project completion.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, Construction Management, or a related field and relevant combination of training and work experience, Experience managing a team or others
• Experience: Minimum five (5) years of progressive project management experience in the construction, renovations, architecture, or adjacent industries. Experience in multi-family preferred.
• License/Certification(s): Valid state driver’s license
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Advanced knowledge of building codes, structural design, materials, best-practices, and tools involved in the construction or repair of various classes of real estate assets
• Able to manage, lead and motivate team members
• Ability to read, speak and write in Spanish fluently preferably
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with targeted deadlines
• Ability to effectively identify and quantify project scope and create scope documents
• Ability to create and/or interpret CAD drawings, 3D models and construction documents in the Autodesk suite of software
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job such as walking for long periods of time, bending to inspect tight spaces and attics, climbing ladders, and performing outdoor work on roof tops; must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 30 pounds independently occasionally
• Effective problem solving, time management and organizational skills
• Effective communication and leadership skills
• Must be able to travel locally in personal owned vehicle (POV) across Southwest and Spring Branch areas in Houston across Indus portfolio
• Proficient in managing construction budgets and job pricing
• Proficient in construction project management and project management tools/software
• Proficient in various productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Google Workspace etc.) and project management tools (Sharepoint, ClickUp, Gantt charts etc.)

Requirements

Principal Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution: Participates in planning, budgeting, and developing design solutions for new construction and rehabilitation projects, providing proactive recommendations for optimal outcomes.
• Scope, Schedule & Budget Management: Develops project scope, timelines, and budgets for rehab initiatives across existing properties and new acquisitions.
• Material & Labor Coordination: Identifies material and labor needs, manages project workflows, sets priorities, and oversees procurement, scheduling, and supervision of contractors.
• Problem-Solving & Risk Mitigation: Addresses project delays, weather challenges, and site emergencies to ensure timely completion.
• Team Leadership & HR Management: Manages recruitment, training, performance reviews, and professional development of direct reports.
• Contractor Oversight & Compliance: Schedules, monitors, and directs contractors to ensure adherence to scopes, budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
• Financial & Quality Control: Reviews payment requests, conducts inspections, and ensures project milestones align with payments.
• Collaboration & Cost Management: Works with teams to assess project feasibility, costs, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Procurement & Vendor Management: Assists in sourcing contractors, materials, and services, prepares procurement documents, and assists in defining scopes of work.
• Subcontractor Coordination: Manages various subcontractors across multiple project phases and communicates progress to the design team.
• Technology Utilization: Leverages software and online tools to streamline project management and improve efficiency.
• Status Reporting: Prepares and presents weekly project status reports tracking project schedules and costs.
• Inspection Management: Coordinate with city officials, engineers, architects, and inspectors when required
• Property Assessments: Perform site walks and property assessments as needed and develop repair recommendations and budgets
• Quality Assurance: Perform quality control inspections throughout all phases of construction. Ensure workmanship meets company standards before approving contractor payments.
• Safety: Conduct periodic job-site safety inspections that align with company standards.
• Other Duties As Assigned: We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.