Project Manager Development

A Brief Overview
The Project Manager, Development role will support the delivery of both new construction and renovation/capital improvement projects across our portfolio of military housing communities. This role reports directly to the VP of Development and will manage projects end-to-end, from design and entitlement through construction and closeout, coordinating architects, engineers, general contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to HMC's quality standards.

What you will do

• Manages ground-up development projects from entitlement/design through construction and closeout.
• Supports due diligence, entitlement, permitting, and pre-construction planning for new development opportunities.
• Coordinates architects, civil/structural engineers, superintendents, and general contractors through design development, GMP/bid, and construction phases.
• Tracks construction progress against schedule, problem solves when needs arise, and identifies critical-path risks early and makes recommendations to streamline and remedy the deficiencies.
• Manages the CPM schedule review and validation — critical path analysis, logic auditing, time impact analysis, and float ownership.
• Independent cost estimating — quantity takeoffs, GMP reconciliation, buyout tracking, contingency management, independently pricing change orders rather than accepting GC pricing.
• Supports construction lender and investor draw processes, coordination with third-party inspectors, and rapport-building with bondholders.
• Manages builder's risk, OCIP/CCIP insurance programs; surety and bonding review, subcontractor default insurance, and Bond covenant/reserve funding compliance if applicable.
• Manages occupied and unoccupied renovation projects, including scope development, phasing, and resident/base coordination to minimize disruption.
• Oversees rehab scopes across HMC's existing housing portfolio, including whole-home renovations, system replacements, and capital improvement plans.
• Coordinates logistics unique to renovation work in an occupied military housing environment (move-outs, temporary lodging, phased turnover schedules).
• Develops and maintains project schedules, budgets, and scopes of work; proactively flags risks and variances to the VP of Development.
• Serves as the primary point of coordination between architects, engineers, general contractors, and internal HMC stakeholders (property management, asset management, procurement).
• Manages the bid, contract, and change-order processes for assigned projects.
• Conducts regular site visits and progress inspections; documents and reports on construction quality and milestone completion.
• Tracks and reports project financials, including draw requests, invoicing, and budget-to-actual reconciliation.
• Ensures compliance with military installation requirements, base access protocols, and applicable building codes/regulations.
• Coordinates with the military housing office and installation leadership as needed on project timing and resident impact.
• Prepares project status reports and presentations for leadership and stakeholder reviews monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Maintains organized project documentation (contracts, drawings, submittals, RFIs, closeout documents).

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a focus in engineering, construction, or a related discipline, or a demonstrated equivalent proficiency preferred.

Experience Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of project management experience, with demonstrated, hands-on experience in both new construction and renovation/rehab projects (not renovation-only or new-build-only background) required.
• Experience managing residential (multifamily or single-family) construction projects required.
• Experience in military or affordable housing development (PPV/MHPI experience a plus) preferred.
• Experience managing renovation work in occupied residential communities preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong, demonstrated knowledge of all phases of residential construction (framing, MEP, finishes).
• Familiarity with West Texas construction conditions, subcontractors, and municipal permitting processes.
• Proficient in reading plans, scopes, and project details, and proficient in understanding, daily updating, and management of scheduling software. Ability to learn the nuances of proprietary scheduling and job management software.
• Working knowledge of construction contracts, budgets, and the bid/award process.
• Working knowledge of asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and PCBs. In aging military housing, these are near-certain, and management by abatement contractors plus regulatory notification are specialized skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across different phases (design, construction, renovation, closeout).
• Strong proficiency with project management and scheduling tools (MS Project, Procore, Smartsheet, or similar).
• Prior military service or familiarity with military installation processes and base access requirements preferred.
• Highly organized, proactive problem solver.
• Self-starter and capable of working independently in the field.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills. Expected to present confidently to management and third parties.
• Strong Interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain relationships both internally and externally.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to leadership.
• Requires a self-motivated team player who pays close attention to detail and can prioritize in a fast-moving environment.
• Effectively envision, develop, and implement processes to advance and manage business goals.
• Takes initiative to identify and anticipate company needs and make recommendations for implementation.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI preferred.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) preferred.

Compensation
We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. The hiring range for this position is generally between $100,800 - $133,400, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. Final salaries will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, licenses, certifications, and/or experience. In addition to these factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the general Hiring Range for the role. Hiring at the top of the range is reserved for exceptionally qualified candidates. We consider internal and external factors as a part of every final offer. We also offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

Benefits
A competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA accounts, retirement, rewards programs, and so much more!

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EEO/ADA
The Company and its affiliates provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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