Construction Analyst Job Charleston area,South Carolina USA,Construction

Location

Charleston - 997 Morrison Drive, Suite 402 Business

Position Summary

The Construction Analyst supports nationwide renovation and construction operations across the organization’s single-family rental portfolio. This role is responsible for managing key aspects of the construction lifecycle, including budget tracking, vendor coordination, scheduling, and quality control. The position plays a critical role in ensuring renovation projects align with the investment thesis by monitoring cost performance, identifying variances, and supporting operational execution.

This role works cross-functionally with Acquisitions, Investment Management, and vendor partners to ensure timely and accurate delivery of renovation projects across multiple markets.

Essential Job Functions

Functional Responsibilities

Review acquisition renovation budgets (ARB) and inspector scopes to prepare bids for vendor execution
Evaluate estimates to ensure alignment with investment thesis and track deferred or out-of-scope items
Approve estimates, change orders, invoices, and project timelines
Monitor renovation progress and ensure accurate updates are maintained in internal systems (CMS)
Complete renovation tracking documentation including scope variance, pricing updates, punch lists, and project status
Track homes in triage status and ensure all required data is collected for decision-making
Provide feedback on scope, pricing, and execution performance to Acquisitions Analysts

Operational / Departmental Support

Maintain regular communication with vendors to track project progress and performance
Onboard and manage vendor relationships to ensure capacity, quality, and pricing expectations are met
Schedule and review inspections across due diligence, in-progress work, and final walkthroughs
Coordinate change order approvals and ensure timely resolution of construction adjustments
Support production workflow optimization and identify process inefficiencies

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure adherence to applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Support adherence to applicable fair housing and local real estate regulations
Maintain required documentation and reporting standards
Monitor construction quality and ensure consistency across markets and vendors
Conduct audits of construction outcomes and document performance trends
Identify and escalated compliance risks, budget variances, and operational concerns as appropriate

Financial / Performance Accountability

Support budget adherence and cost controls across renovation projects
Monitor budget-to-actual variance performance and identify cost-saving opportunities
Track renovation cycle times and project completion timelines
Contribute to operational efficiency and project delivery goals
Ensure accuracy of invoices, estimates, and change order approvals

Leadership / Collaboration

Collaborate cross-functionally with Construction, Acquisitions, and Investment Management teams
Provide reporting and updates regarding project status, risks, and operational performance
Maintain professional relationships with vendors and contractors
Promote company values, operational standards, and quality expectations
Contribute insights on construction trends, pricing, and vendor performance

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives

Performance Expectations & Key Metrics

Budget to Actual Variance:
Accuracy of renovation cost management
Cycle Time Metrics:
Days to start renovation, complete renovation, and close punch list
Vendor quality, pricing consistency, and scope adherence
Monthly number of renovations completed and tracked
Accuracy and timeliness of construction data entry and reporting
Resident move-in satisfaction and work order resolution performance

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Business, or related field OR equivalent construction experience (2 years experience = 1 year education)

Experience

Relevant experience in construction, renovation, or project coordination environment preferred

Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of construction budgeting and Budget vs. Actual (BVA) analysis
Experience with project management tools and…