Director of Construction & Infrastructure

Director Of Construction & Infrastructure Mid-Atlantic Region, Maryland

Our client is a prominent, multi-state real estate investment and holding firm who is seeking a strategic technical leader to spearhead the critical capital expenditure of a large-scale national residential portfolio. Backed by institutional capital and a recently launched investment vehicle, the firm is focused on long-term value creation through sophisticated asset stabilization.

This is a pivotal leadership appointment designed to bridge the gap between technical execution and fund performance. This role will be responsible for building and scaling a dedicated internal department. Beyond technical oversight, the successful candidate will provide critical data and insights through the creation of processes and procedures that directly influence the fiscal viability of the company's portfolio.

• Partner with Company Acquisition, Asset Management, and Operations teams to assess infrastructure conditions for existing communities and provide technical, feasibility input for potential investment activities.
• Review and provide input on civil/environmental engineering designs, grading plans, and utility layouts for constructability and cost efficiency.
• Develop and maintain multi-year Cap Ex plans/budgets for infrastructure improvements and repairs, prioritizing projects based on risk, ROI, and community impact.
• Support permitting, entitlement, and utility coordination and function as the Company liaison with local jurisdictions, and service providers.
• Create and lead a thorough prequalification, bidding, and contract negotiation process to ensure the best contractors are selected.

• Direct and manage all infrastructure improvement and repair activities across multiple projects and states – including utility upgrades, waterline/drainage repairs, stormwater management, and site rehabilitation.
• Oversee general contractors to ensure quality, safety, and schedule compliance.
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress meetings; maintain accurate project documentation, daily reports, and photo logs.
• Track project costs, schedules, and change orders to ensure adherence to approved budgets and timelines.
• Coordinate with Operation teams to minimize disruption to existing residents during rehab/expansion projects.

• Serve as the primary liaison between the company, contractors, engineers, and local authorities for all infrastructure activities.
• Ensure contractors comply with OSHA and company safety requirements.
• Provide clear and concise oral and written communication of project status, risks, and milestones to Company senior leadership team.
• Collaborate with Operations to monitor stormwater, erosion control, and environmental compliance on all active sites.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of senior-level oversight in complex site development or portfolio-wide civil works.
• Proven experience in residential community infrastructure projects. Exposure to manufactured housing is desirable.
• Prior experience managing complicated site utility, grading, and waterline replacement/upgrades. Strong technical understanding of horizontal construction techniques.
• Hands-on ability to interpret civil drawings, survey data, and technical specifications.
• Hands-on, field-oriented mindset with a commitment to safety, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Exceptional project management skills have successfully managed budgeting, scheduling, and contractor oversight on multiple projects across diverse project markets/geographies.
• Excellent time management/organizational skills with the ability to interact and communicate with many different audiences within/outside of the Company.