The Capital Improvements Manager reports to the Vice President of Construction and plays a critical role in aligning field operations with organizational strategy and performance objectives. This individual is responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle-from initial bidding to final delivery-ensuring each phase is executed efficiently and profitably. This hybrid position blends high-level operational planning with hands-on field leadership to keep projects on schedule, within budget, and up to quality standards. The ideal candidate is a dynamic combination of field leader, strategic planner, and mentor-comfortable managing job sites, guiding teams, and aligning daily operations with long-term business goals. RESPONSIBILITIES * Actively seek and secure new work opportunities through outreach, site visits, and relationship building. * Lead the bidding process, including proposal development, scope creation, and value engineering with vendors. * Schedule internal crews and coordinate with external vendors to meet project milestones. * Conduct regular job site visits to ensure quality, progress, and compliance with scope. * Provide real-time support to the field team, jumping in to assist on projects as needed to ensure timelines are met. * Train, mentor, and lead team members to foster growth, accountability, and high performance. * Oversee daily task delegation, progress follow-ups, and performance monitoring of team members. * Attend and contribute to project planning, forecasting, and strategy meetings. * Analyze daily field reports and resolve emerging issues with projects or clients. * Partner with outside vendors to optimize job site plans and reduce costs without sacrificing quality. * Conduct quality control checks during and after project completion. * Manage mid-year forecasting for project pipelines and capital expenditures (CapEx). * Monitor and update job trackers, invoicing logs, and CapEx budgets to ensure financial health. * Other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE * * Demonstrated expertise in operations, field supervision, or managing construction and property rehabilitation projects. * Strong leadership and communication skills with a mentoring mindset. * Ability to balance hands-on work with big-picture strategy and forecasting. * Proficient in cost analysis, scheduling tools, and project reporting systems. * Comfortable with client interaction, vendor negotiations, and conflict resolution. * Excellent communication, documentation, and conflict-resolution skills. * Proficient in project management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project), Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite. * OSHA 30 Certification preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT * * Exposure to various types of weather conditions * Standing * Walking over uneven ground * Climbing ladders * Driving * Operate computer and office equipment * Occasional extended hours may be required to meet project deadlines FLSA CODE * Exempt PAY * $90,000 - $120,000/yr