Senior Capital Projects & Planning Manager

AVALON BAY COMMUNITIES, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 92,800 - 154,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Discount on apartment homes

Job summary

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Capital Planning & Analysis in San Jose, CA.

The role leads capital project planning, budgeting, scoping, underwriting, execution, and reporting to align with asset management and investment objectives. You will work with Asset Management, Investments, Design, Engineering, and Operations to develop project strategies, perform due diligence, and monitor financial performance across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in 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.

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 outcomes.
• Provide regular reporting and updates to leadership on project status 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

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, Business, or related field

Tools

Project management tools

Financial reporting tools

Job description

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Capital Planning & Analysis in San Jose, CA.

The role leads capital project planning, budgeting, scoping, underwriting, execution, and reporting to align with asset management and investment objectives. You will work with Asset Management, Investments, Design, Engineering, and Operations to develop project strategies, perform due diligence, and monitor financial performance across the portfolio.