Construction Manager / Owner's Rep

Macdonald & Company are partnered with a vertically integrated real estate firm focused on affordable housing. We are seeking a Design & Construction Manager to support its continued national growth. This role will lead the front-end planning and coordination for complex, ground-up multifamily projects across the U.S. The ideal candidate will work closely with development, design, and construction teams to scope, budget, and prepare projects for smooth execution.Key Responsibilities:Lead all preconstruction efforts for ground-up multifamily projects, from site due diligence and scope definition to design coordination and bid managementConduct detailed assessments of site conditions and entitlements to develop accurate budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation strategiesCollaborate with internal development teams to align design and construction scope with underwriting and financial modelsPrepare and refine project budgets leveraging cost history, subcontractor input, and value engineeringCoordinate with design consultants to ensure compliance with building codes, accessibility requirements, and sustainability standardsIdentify long-lead materials and oversee early-stage procurement planningGuide design development to permit-ready drawing sets and clear construction standards for seamless project handoffSupport contract development and ensure scopes, schedules, and safety plans are well defined for general contractorsLead and improve internal preconstruction processes and tools tailored for large-scale, ground-up developmentsProvide internal training and cross-functional support on best practices in affordable housing constructionQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field7–10+ years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project planning, with a strong focus on ground-up multifamily developmentExpertise in site evaluation, building systems, cost modeling, value engineering, and construction sequencingStrong negotiation skills for contracts, design coordination, and value engineeringProficiency in construction scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and Microsoft OfficeExcellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skillsAbility to travel up to 30% to support project development across multiple markets