Director, Construction Management

Affordable Homes & Communities (AHC) is seeking a Director of Construction Management to lead construction oversight for affordable housing projects across our Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore regions. This is a leadership role responsible for supervising the Construction Management team, resolving construction-related issues, and managing relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, lenders, and equity partners to deliver high-quality, on-time, and on-budget construction outcomes aligned with AHC’s mission.

Affordable Homes & Communities (AHC) is a mission-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to developing affordable, workforce, and mixed-income rental housing. We manage more than 8,000 apartment units across 50+ communities and provide educational programs and social services through our Resident Services team.

• Project Management:
  Oversee construction projects across AHC’s portfolio, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery; manage relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, lenders, and equity partners; resolve construction-related issues, evaluate change orders, and ensure regulatory compliance (including Davis-Bacon requirements); lead renovation planning, budgeting, and scheduling with internal and external partners; ensure thorough documentation and quality assurance through site inspections and project close-outs.
• Leadership & Team Development:
  Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Construction Management staff; foster a positive, collaborative, and innovative team culture aligned with AHC’s values; oversee hiring, training, and professional development; implement effective communication strategies to support productivity and problem-solving.
• Budget & Financial Oversight:
  Collaborate with the COO to prepare and manage the Construction Management annual budget; monitor revenues and expenses with quarterly budget performance updates; develop and evaluate fee structures for construction management services.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture preferred (experience may substitute for education).
• Minimum 7 years of construction management experience, including 5+ years supervising staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with budgeting, cost estimates, and project oversight throughout the construction process.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, plans, diagrams, and manuals; familiarity with AIA documents.
• Knowledge of housing compliance, regulatory requirements, zoning, construction finance, and property/asset management procedures.
• Strong math, analytical, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction software.
• Proven ability to problem-solve, manage portfolios, and exercise sound judgment.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel to construction sites.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule: staff are onsite on core days (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday) and may work remotely on Wednesday and Friday. The Director will also travel to construction sites as needed. You’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven organization committed to expanding affordable housing while ensuring high-quality construction that serves residents and communities.

• Director

• Full-time

• Project Management and Management
• Industries:
  Real Estate and Non-profit Organizations

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