Director of Construction

Director of Construction at Nolan Living

Job Title: Director of Construction Management
Department: Construction Services
Reports To: SVP of Asset Management & Construction

The Director of Construction will oversee Nolan Living’s construction operations, from project planning and design, to project management and execution. This role requires an experienced and driven professional with a strong background in multifamily construction management and a proven track record of successfully delivering multifamily value‑add and rehabilitation projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will be a natural leader, capable of motivating and inspiring teams, fostering collaboration, and building strong relationships with partners, contractors, and vendors.

Preferred location: Kansas City headquarters or target markets – Texas, Ohio, Illinois, or Indiana.

• Nolan Living (the “Company”) is a vertically integrated owner and operator of residential communities across the United States, with a focus in the Midwest and Texas.
• The Company has over a 30-year track record of successfully acquiring and repositioning residential communities with approximately 19,000 units acquired and 13,000 disposed of since 1992.
• The Company currently owns and manages 26 communities consisting of more than 6,300 units.
• Nolan Living employs over 200 professionals across investments, property management, construction management, asset management, finance, accounting, HR and marketing.

• Oversee all phases of construction projects across the company’s multifamily portfolio, including budgeting, planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Manage internal construction teams and external vendors, contractors, and consultants.
• Collaborate with property management and asset management teams to ensure construction projects align with operational goals and resident satisfaction.
• Work closely with the investments team to support due diligence and property takeover efforts by assessing capital needs and providing renovation plans and budgets.
• Manage multifamily value‑add and rehabilitation project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Track and report on project timelines, budgets, and performance metrics to senior leadership. Identify potential risks or issues, developing and implementing solutions as necessary.
• Lead project scope development, cost estimation, RFPs, bidding, and contract negotiations.
• Partner with claims managers, adjusters, and insurance representatives to manage the restoration of casualty losses to mitigate loss and minimize the speed of recovery.
• Create and implement report templates and processes, which may include but are not limited to RFPs, bid documents, contracts, site reports, project budgets, etc.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve construction efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Manage capital expenditure (Cap Ex) budgeting and forecasting in coordination with asset management and finance. Draft 5‑year capital plans and present to the Asset Management team.
• Develop and manage reporting metrics on existing assets to understand remaining useful life of asset components (i.e., roofs, windows, asphalt, etc.).
• Hire, train, and manage a team of construction professionals, including project managers and support staff.
• Foster strong relationships with contractors, vendors, and other partners to ensure the timely and cost‑effective completion of projects.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, building codes, and safety standards.
• Stay apprised of the latest construction and Proptech trends to continuously foster innovation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Master’s degree or PMP certification a plus).
• 10+ years of construction management experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role within the multifamily or commercial real estate sector.
• Proven experience managing large‑scale renovation and value‑add projects.
• Strong understanding of building systems, materials, construction methods, and codes.
• Proficiency in construction…