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Construction Manager, Multifamily


Job Location:

Austin, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 89250 - 105000
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title

Construction Manager Multifamily

( Description SummaryThe Construction Manager Multifamily is responsible for managing construction renovation capital repair and structural projects within an assigned region market or portfolio. This role oversees projects through the full construction lifecycle including project identification scoping bidding approvals contracting execution change management final inspection and closeout.

The Construction Manager works closely with clients Regional Property Managers Business Managers site teams vendors and internal partners to ensure projects are delivered safely compliantly on schedule on budget and in accordance with project requirements. This role is expected to apply sound technical judgment maintain strong project documentation and support consistent construction practices across the assigned portfolio.

Job Description

Essential Job Duties

Project Identification and Scope Development

  • Identifyproject needs based on property conditions capital planning operational needs client direction or site feedback

  • Prepare or support development of rough scope of work and preliminary cost estimates for proposed projects

  • Develop detailed scopes of work and project specifications following project approval

  • Evaluate site conditions and operational requirements to ensure project scope isaccurateand practical

  • Apply value engineering ideas whereappropriate toimprove cost efficiency and project outcomes

Bidding and Project Approval

  • Solicit bids from qualified contractors for approved projects

  • Ensure project scope and specifications are communicated clearly to bidding contractors

  • Review contractor proposals to confirm bids are complete aligned and comparable on an apples-to-apples basis

  • Identifygaps exclusions pricing inconsistencies or scope interpretation issues before recommendation

  • Present project scope specifications bids and budget recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders as needed to support project approval

Contracting and Project Start-Up

  • Ensure approved project information is incorporated into complete andaccuratecontract documentation

  • Confirm that applicable permits licenses and supporting documentation are secured prior to work beginning

  • Coordinate project start-up requirements including scheduling and contractor readiness

  • Conduct pre-construction meetings with contractors and site teams to review project expectations property rules safety requirements and operational considerations

Project Execution and Construction Oversight

  • Manage active construction projects to ensure work is completed safely on schedule on budget and according to contract requirements

  • Conduct regular site visits and inspections to verify quality progress safety and compliance

  • Coordinate with contractors site teams and internal stakeholders to address issues affecting scope schedule access resident impact or project quality

  • Monitor contractor performance andtake actionwhen project expectations are notbeing met

  • Escalate significant issues appropriately to Construction Director or senior leadership when needed

Financial Controls Invoices and Change Orders

  • Review project invoices payment applications and supporting documentation for accuracy and progress completion

  • Review and evaluate change order requests for scope cost and justification

  • Obtain required internal and owner approvals beforechangeorder workproceedswhen applicable

  • Track project costs contract values and budget variances throughout execution

  • Maintain awareness of financial exposure and raise concerns early when budget or scope riskemerges

Final Inspection and Closeout

  • Conduct final inspections and punch walks to confirm project completion

  • Ensure deficiencies are corrected before final acceptance

  • Collect warranty documents operating information closeout records and final project materials

  • Confirm projects are completed both physically and financiallyin accordance withproject requirements

Compliance Documentation and Reporting

  • Ensure projectscomply withapplicable federal state and local laws building codes permitting requirements and regulatory agency standards

  • Ensure assigned repairs renovations and paint practices arein accordance withEPA and other applicable state and federal Lead Based Paint requirements under the direction of Construction Management leadership

  • Maintain complete and current project documentation including drawings specifications permits change records progress photos testing records warranties and closeout materials

  • Complete required reports and project updates within establishedtimeframes

  • Address corrective notices issued by authorities havingjurisdictionand ensuretimelyresolution

Role Expectations

The Construction Manager should be able to perform the responsibilities of a Project Manager and provide capability beyond that level. This role is expected to:

  • Work confidently across all major stages of a construction project

  • Develop scopes of work for most projects within the multifamily environment

  • Demonstrate working knowledge of building codes permitting requirements safety practices and contractor oversight

  • Present project recommendations budgets and value engineering ideas clearly to clients and internal stakeholders

  • Bring practical knowledge of the types of projects and field conditions commonlyencounteredin multifamily properties

  • Operate effectively across common multifamily building types especially garden style and mid-rise properties

Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of construction management renovation capital repair and property operations

  • Working knowledge of construction codes permitting requirements contract administration safety practicesproject life cycle managementand regulatory compliance

  • Ability to develop scopes of work review bids manage budgets and oversee contractors

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

  • Ability to work effectively with clients contractors site teams and internal stakeholders

  • Proficiencyin Microsoft Word Excel email communication and project management or estimating software

Important Education

  • Bachelors Degree preferred in Construction Management Engineering Architecture Business or a related field

Important Experience

  • 5 years of construction experience

  • Experience in multifamily construction renovations capital projects or property development preferred

  • Experience managing projects across multiple stages of construction preferred

  • Experience with contractor bidding scope development permitting budgeting and project oversight preferred

  • Experience working with multifamily building types such as garden style and mid-rise properties preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This joboperatesin a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filingcabinetsand fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weatherconditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee may need to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time. They must be able to ascend and descend staircases ladders and/or step stools and may beto travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions.The employee may also be regularlyto remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularlyoperateoffice machinery.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive list of activitiesdutiesor responsibilities that arerequired ofthe employee. Other dutiesresponsibilitiesand activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.




Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs generally including health vision and dental insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts retirement savings plans life and disability insurance programs and paid and unpaid time away from addition to a comprehensive benefits package Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location date of hire total hours worked job type business line and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.


The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement the geographic area in which the work will be performed market pay rates in that area and the candidates experience and qualifications.


The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.


The compensation for the position is: $ 89250.00 - $105000.00

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield please call the ADA line at 1- or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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Required Experience:

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