Senior Construction Draw Manager

Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Construction Draw Manager

Location:

Tampa, FL (Hybrid – 3 days in office minimum)

Salary: $150,000 – $165,000 + bonus potential

Employment Type:

Full-Time | Direct Hire

Wheeler Staffing Partners connects top professionals with leading organizations across the U.S. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Construction Draw Manager to manage and oversee the end-to-end construction draw process for residential construction projects.

The Senior Construction Draw Manager will report to the Head of Draws Administration and partner with the Head of Asset Management to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant disbursement of construction funds. This role involves close coordination with contractors, borrowers, Third Party Originators (TPOs), and internal teams, while supporting multi-family, single-family, and mixed-use residential construction projects. Occasional travel is required (approximately once per month, may include driving 1–2 hours).

• Manage full-cycle construction draw requests, including review, verification, submission, and fund disbursement.
• Conduct detailed audits of invoices, lien waivers, pay applications, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure draw requests comply with contract terms, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Track project budgets, cost codes, change orders, and contingencies to verify funding availability.
• Collaborate with construction managers, superintendents, and contractors to confirm project progress.
• Maintain and update draw-related policies and documentation standards.
• Monitor project timelines, identify delays, and recommend solutions to mitigate funding impacts.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the company, TPOs, title companies, and inspectors.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready records of all draw-related documents.
• Ensure collection of lien releases and adherence to title requirements.
• Support internal and external audits related to construction funding.
• Prepare periodic reporting on draw status, budget vs. actual expenses, and variances.
• Identify potential cost overruns and provide mitigation recommendations.

• 10+ years of experience in construction finance, draw management, construction administration, or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of residential construction phases, schedules, budgets, and permitting processes (40-state experience preferred).
• Experience with residential construction draws across single-family, multi-family, and mixed-use projects.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Buildertrend, Quick Books, Excel, or similar).
• Strong financial acumen, attention to detail, and ability to review and approve draw requests accurately.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of lien laws, title processes, and construction compliance requirements.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret construction progress.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but heavy experience will be considered.

• Hybrid work model with a minimum of 3 days in the office.
• Occasional travel to job sites (~once per month).

This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your construction finance expertise in a high-impact role supporting complex residential projects. You’ll work with a collaborative team, influence process improvements, and contribute to the success of projects across multiple states.