Regional Multifamily Capital Projects Lead

Capital Projects Manager Home Base: Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, Texas Territory: Texas, Oklahoma & Kansas Travel: Frequent regional and overnight travel Base Salary: $130,000 Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus opportunity of up to 10% of base salary, based on attention to detail, vendor sourcing, documented cost savings and value engineering, and successful project execution Candidates must reside in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. Interested in joining Gaines Investment Trust? Tell us more than your résumé can. The Opportunity Gaines Investment Trust is seeking an experienced Capital Projects Manager to oversee significant capital improvements across our multifamily portfolio in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. You'll work directly with executive leadership to identify capital needs, develop scopes of work, source and negotiate with contractors, evaluate bids, make recommendations, and manage projects from initial planning through final closeout. This role requires strong construction knowledge, sound business judgment, exceptional organization, and the ability to manage multiple projects while protecting the long‑term value of the properties we own. What You'll Do Inspect apartment communities and proactively identify deferred maintenance and capital improvement needs Evaluate repair, replacement, redesign, and long‑term solutions Develop detailed scopes of work and contractor‑ready RFPs Source, qualify, and build relationships with regional contractors and vendors Obtain, compare, and analyze competitive bids Negotiate pricing, scope, schedules, warranties, and contract terms Present project recommendations, budgets, and solutions to executive leadership Manage projects from planning through completion, including budgets, schedules, contractors, quality control, and issue resolution Review field progress before approving payments Verify permits, inspections, warranties, lien releases, and closeout documentation Maintain accurate budgets, forecasts, contracts, bid records, photographs, project trackers, and executive reporting Types of Projects Projects may include roofing and waterproofing; exterior painting, siding, stucco, and wood replacement; asphalt, concrete, parking lots, and site improvements; drainage and grading; structural and building envelope repairs; mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire and life‑safety systems; utility infrastructure; pools and amenities; clubhouses, leasing offices, and common‑area renovations. What We're Looking For 7+ years of progressive experience managing capital improvements, construction projects, major renovations, or facilities projects Multifamily renovation experience strongly preferred; hospitality, senior housing, commercial real estate, or other occupied‑property experience considered Experience independently managing projects from inspection and scoping through final closeout Strong knowledge of construction methods, building systems, and capital planning Experience developing scopes and RFPs, estimating costs, evaluating bids, negotiating contracts, and managing change orders Ability to interpret plans, specifications, contracts, schedules, and construction documents Strong vendor sourcing and negotiation skills Excellent organization and attention to detail across multiple simultaneous projects Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present recommendations to executive leadership Advanced proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook, and project tracking systems Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently throughout Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas, including overnight travel What Success Looks Like Capital needs are identified before they become costly emergencies. Scopes are complete and bids are comparable. Recommendations are well‑researched and clearly presented. Projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to our quality standards. Progress payments and project closeouts are supported by accurate field verification and documentation. Why Gaines Investment Trust? We own what we manage—and we're here for the long term. Since 1966, Gaines Investment Trust has built a growing real estate portfolio by investing in our properties and holding them for the long term. As a family‑owned owner‑operator, we don't manage projects for outside ownership groups. You'll work directly with the people who own the properties and make the investment decisions, giving you the opportunity to take ownership of projects and see the long‑term impact of your work. For our employees, that means stability, continued growth, and the opportunity to make meaningful improvements to properties we intend to own for decades. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with company match PTO paid holidays life insurance additional voluntary benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobvite, Inc.