Project Director

About The Company


Built on a foundation of integrity, respect, and commitment, JPI stands out as one of the most active real estate developers and builders in the nation. For more than 35 years, JPI has designed and developed communities with best-in-class homes and amenities. JPI is committed to data-driven management and continuous improvement. Its team of experts utilizes data - including unparalleled market research, proven business processes, and proprietary models - to ensure that every decision is strategic, focused, and produces exceptional multifamily communities with the best risk-adjusted returns.

More than just great communities, JPI is focused on leaving a lasting impact on the communities where we build and is continually committed to "Building What Matters." JPI operates as a subsidiary of Sumitomo Forestry, which is recognized as one of the largest home builders in the United States.

About the Job

The Project Director is responsible for leading project teams and ensuring optimal performance throughout the construction lifecycle, beginning at Design Development and continuing through Final Project Closeout.
As a developer with in house construction capabilities, JPI relies on strong leadership and effective team management from the earliest stages of design through project completion. This role is critical to delivering high quality, cost effective multifamily communities while maintaining predictable outcomes for investors.

The Project Director has full accountability for project delivery, profit and loss performance, and the growth and professional development of associates on assigned project teams.

This role will be based out of either Dallas-Fort Worth, Florida, or North Carolina with travel required among all three to support projects across multiple markets. Position will require maintenance of active Commercial General Contractor License, as outlined below

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Drive culture within the Construction Department and Project Teams by promoting and exhibiting the core values and guiding principles of the company.
• Responsible and accountable for project execution and performance including safety, financials, schedule, quality, and managing expectations.
• Actively and accurately communicate project status updates with VP Area Construction Manager
• Provide positive and effective leadership, direction, mentorship and motivate team members.
• Drive for accountability and ownership with Trade Partners, Consultants, Field Associates, Project Managers, and Associates JPI departments buy first demonstrating personal accountability and ownership of work product and of the project team.
• Communicate effectively with all team members to ensure project objectives and requirements align with JPI's interests.
• Actively collaborate within the Construction Department, cross-departmentally, and with organizations outside JPI.
• Ensure projects are running effectively & efficiently by instituting and consistently following JPI best practices
• Oversee, review, and approve the preparation and negotiation of all construction contracts and change orders. Verify correct backup documents, accuracy, and necessity.
• Review and Approve all Scopes of Work, for accuracy, gaps, liability, duplications etc., prior to execution.
• Ensure strict adherence to all ethics and compliance requirements.
• Review all final bank draws for accuracy and completeness.
• Participate in the development, and provide final approval, of the construction budgets and project schedules.
• Verify schedule accuracy, compliance, and updates throughout the duration of the project. Assist with recovery schedule development and implementation if needed.
• Establish accurate and risk adjusted Bi-Monthly budget updates.
• Uphold the JPI "Safety first" culture that ensures safe and secure worksites. Lead personnel decisions with collaboration from Project Manager, General Superintendent, and VP Area Construction Manager.
• Attend and contribute to weekly project update meeting with Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Project Financial Specialist, and Superintendent

Non-Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the development and execution of company long-term strategic plans.
• Actively tour assigned jobsites at regular intervals reviewing construction status, work in place, subcontractor performance, team dynamics, safety, quality, etc.
• Contribute to the creation and/or updating of Policies and Procedures
• Be involved and active in Design and Pre-Construction phase.

Education, Work Experience, & Physical Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related study or minimum of 10 years experience as a manager of multi-family construction.
• 10+ years related experience.
• Minimum of ten years of construction experience with at least seven years of supervisory experience.
• A minimum of three years multi-family construction experience (if paired with other relevant experience) required.
• Must have strong working knowledge of multi-family…