Vice President of Major Capital Projects

Vice President of Major Capital Projects

This range is provided by AMLI Residential. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

• Annual Bonus

AMLI Residential's Vice President of Major Capital Projects will work closely with the SVP of Building Services to evaluate and oversee critical capital improvements on a national scale. This position will document and track assets that may require significant capital investment, ensuring they align with AMLI's objectives for portfolio management. The Vice President of Major Capital Projects can be based out Atlanta, Chicago or Dallas corporate office.

This role involves providing leadership and oversight for all large-scale capital and renovation projects, setting strategies for capital improvement, and maintaining the physical condition of our properties. The Vice President will act as the primary point of contact for senior leadership regarding capital planning, project execution, and risk management.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Oversee the development and execution of capital expenditure plans, ensuring alignment with asset management and ownership strategies.
• Evaluate property conditions across the region, prioritize needs, and recommend capital projects that drive long‑term value.
• Establish project standards, scopes, and protocols for bidding, vendor selection, and project delivery.
• Manage budgets and forecasts for regional capital and major repair projects, ensuring accuracy and cost control.
• Partner with Asset Management, Development, and Operations to align project priorities with company goals.
• Oversee vendor and contractor relationships, including negotiation, contract compliance, and performance management.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant codes, regulations, and NFPA fire safety standards for self‑storage.
• Monitor project execution, resolve escalated issues, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Provide regular reporting and updates to senior leadership regarding capital project status.
• Stay current on industry trends, sustainability practices, and technology that could improve operational efficiency.
• Oversee CapEx staff, including Directors, Project Managers, and Superintendents, accordingly.

Compensation and Benefits: Benefits of Working with AMLI Residential

• $150,000 - $175,000 (based on experience) plus year‑end bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Company Match
• Generous rental Discount at any AMLI apartment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO – up to 20 days of paid time off plus 9 paid holidays. PTO increases with tenure.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Employee must have a reliable vehicle for transportation locally and will travel out of town 50% of their time.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project management, construction, or real estate project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Multi‑family industry experience is preferred.
• Proven success in managing multi‑site capital programs.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, NFPA fire codes, and construction practices.
• Exceptional project management, budgeting, and financial acumen.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands‑on oversight of execution.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Experience with Procore and Bluebeam.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of building science and LEED.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequent use of hands and fingers is necessary for tasks involving gripping, lifting, or manipulation of materials and objects, including computer keyboards. The employee must be able to talk and hear on the telephone. The employee is required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee will be frequently required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee may on occasion lift and/or move 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

AMLI is a leader in sustainable LEED and ENERGY STAR‑certified luxury apartment communities. Founded in 1980 as AMLI Realty Co. and now owned by PRIME Property Fund, a core, open‑ended, institutional real estate fund managed by Morgan Stanley, AMLI Residential has grown to become a prominent and well‑respected multifamily real estate developer and owner with $12 billion in assets.

AMLI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering, Project Management, and Management