Senior Multifamily Renovation Project Manager

Standard Communities; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

APEX is seeking a Project Manager to support the Acquisition and Rehabilitation team on active rehabilitation projects in affordable multifamily housing. The role focuses on front-end due diligence, scope development, budget and schedule management, and coordination with design teams and contractors.

You will conduct on-site inspections, manage approvals with housing authorities and lenders, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining safety on all sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• Hands-on experience with occupied apartment renovation projects.
• 3+ years of experience in construction management; multifamily experience preferred.
• Ability to read, understand and value engineer construction documents.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform Front-end Due Diligence, analyzing property condition reports, environmental issues, and sub-consultants.
• Assist in developing scope, budget, schedule, and logistics plans; manage execution during active construction phases.
• Produce accurate reporting of construction progress, issues, and budget compliance for leadership.
• Identify deferred maintenance and necessary capital improvements based on experience and site assessments.
• Propose solutions to address deficiencies and satisfy regulatory requirements.
• Assist with sourcing and managing the Design Team, Vendors and Contractors.
• Coordinate development of architectural and engineering plans and specifications.
• Ensure permitting approvals meet project schedules and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct frequent on-site inspections and oversee quality control of construction tasks.
• Escort stakeholders through sites for status reviews and draw meetings.
• Ensure safety guidelines for contractors and residents are followed on all sites.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

APEX is seeking a Project Manager to support the Acquisition and Rehabilitation team on active rehabilitation projects in affordable multifamily housing. The role focuses on front-end due diligence, scope development, budget and schedule management, and coordination with design teams and contractors.

You will conduct on-site inspections, manage approvals with housing authorities and lenders, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining safety on all sites.