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 i nfl uence the fiscal viability of the company's portfolio.

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Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Pre-Construction

• 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 CapEx 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.

Portfolio Infrastructure Stabilization

• 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.

Stakeholder Relationships & Compliance

• 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.

Key Qualifications

• 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.