LivCor, a Blackstone Portfolio Company
Director, Construction
LivCor, a Blackstone Portfolio Company, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Overview
LivCor, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a real estate asset management business specializing in multi-family housing. Formed in 2013 and headquartered in Chicago, LivCor is currently responsible for a portfolio of over 400 Class A and B properties comprising more than 150,000 units in markets across the United States. LivCor focuses on enhancing value in real estate while emphasizing people, community, and excellence. The Director, Construction (CapEx – Operations) is responsible for the daily management, coordination and oversight of multi-family construction projects, including planning, cost management, execution, and closure, delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. What You Will Do
Work closely with the real estate team to support strategic initiatives including acquisitions, dispositions, renovations, and ongoing capital projects. Provide internal guidance and training to coworkers and offer value engineering input as plans and projects develop. Identify and prepare scope of work, project resource requirements, cost estimates/budgets, milestones, and risks. Collaborate with the Regional Maintenance Manager to align with on-site teams and ensure internal concerns are incorporated into final plans. Work closely with the capital committee to provide cost feedback before, during, and after projects. Lead the preparation of property-specific Capital Plans and Budgets to execute the asset business plan in partnership with the Asset Manager and on-site teams. Manage pre-construction activities for successful project roll-out and guide capital deployment after budget approval. Develop and maintain relationships with property management teams and partners. Prepare and execute construction contracts, including interviewing, selecting and managing subcontractors according to credential requirements, executed agreements, and project schedules. Provide oversight to Project Engineer(s), Architect(s), Consultant(s) and other project-team members. Ensure Project Quality Assurance/Quality Control and verify that finished work meets contractually defined quality standards and company policies. Coordinate with Owners representative/ Architect of record; liaise with local municipalities for drawings submittals and approvals. Lead project scope development, bidding and bid qualification processes. Oversee project staging, startup and progress; maintain and report budgets, forecasts, schedules, and inspections in company systems. Promote a safe job site per OSHA requirements and company policies; collaborate with teams to enforce safety standards. Track project payment processes, including pencil draws, payment applications, lien releases, and related documentation; prepare submittal packages as needed. What You Should Have
5+ years of construction management experience in the same role or 10+ years in multi-family related construction or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field. Equivalent experience may be considered. Experience with cost estimating, proposal development, contracts management and construction administration for multi-disciplined redevelopment projects. Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams for multifamily renovations and redevelopment. Ability to write and issue RFPs, scopes of work and contracts; review, track and approve budgets and contractor payments. Strong communication with design consultants, contractors, vendors, operating partners, and internal stakeholders. Ability to influence and mentor team members; demonstrated ability to understand and communicate complex project documents (drawings, surveys, contracts). Attention to detail with the ability to set strategic priorities and manage multiple projects concurrently. Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office; ability to travel roughly 50% annually; valid driver’s license and dependable transportation. Ability to walk all aspects of a community for extended periods (stairs, inclines, etc.). What We Offer
We believe that when we take care of our people, everything else follows. We’re committed to clear expectations, honest feedback, and helping you grow in a collaborative, inclusive culture that values empathy, curiosity, and trust. We strive for excellence and aim to create great places to work, live, and grow. Benefits include a generous 401(k) match, fertility/adoption/surrogacy support, comprehensive health benefits, and a hybrid work model with offices in Chicago, NYC, Atlanta and Dallas. LivCor is proud to be a US EPA ENERGY STAR Partner. Please review the job applicant privacy notice here. EEO Statement:
LivCor is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations in the application process; contact talent@revantage.com for assistance. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
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LivCor, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a real estate asset management business specializing in multi-family housing. Formed in 2013 and headquartered in Chicago, LivCor is currently responsible for a portfolio of over 400 Class A and B properties comprising more than 150,000 units in markets across the United States. LivCor focuses on enhancing value in real estate while emphasizing people, community, and excellence. The Director, Construction (CapEx – Operations) is responsible for the daily management, coordination and oversight of multi-family construction projects, including planning, cost management, execution, and closure, delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. What You Will Do
Work closely with the real estate team to support strategic initiatives including acquisitions, dispositions, renovations, and ongoing capital projects. Provide internal guidance and training to coworkers and offer value engineering input as plans and projects develop. Identify and prepare scope of work, project resource requirements, cost estimates/budgets, milestones, and risks. Collaborate with the Regional Maintenance Manager to align with on-site teams and ensure internal concerns are incorporated into final plans. Work closely with the capital committee to provide cost feedback before, during, and after projects. Lead the preparation of property-specific Capital Plans and Budgets to execute the asset business plan in partnership with the Asset Manager and on-site teams. Manage pre-construction activities for successful project roll-out and guide capital deployment after budget approval. Develop and maintain relationships with property management teams and partners. Prepare and execute construction contracts, including interviewing, selecting and managing subcontractors according to credential requirements, executed agreements, and project schedules. Provide oversight to Project Engineer(s), Architect(s), Consultant(s) and other project-team members. Ensure Project Quality Assurance/Quality Control and verify that finished work meets contractually defined quality standards and company policies. Coordinate with Owners representative/ Architect of record; liaise with local municipalities for drawings submittals and approvals. Lead project scope development, bidding and bid qualification processes. Oversee project staging, startup and progress; maintain and report budgets, forecasts, schedules, and inspections in company systems. Promote a safe job site per OSHA requirements and company policies; collaborate with teams to enforce safety standards. Track project payment processes, including pencil draws, payment applications, lien releases, and related documentation; prepare submittal packages as needed. What You Should Have
5+ years of construction management experience in the same role or 10+ years in multi-family related construction or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field. Equivalent experience may be considered. Experience with cost estimating, proposal development, contracts management and construction administration for multi-disciplined redevelopment projects. Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams for multifamily renovations and redevelopment. Ability to write and issue RFPs, scopes of work and contracts; review, track and approve budgets and contractor payments. Strong communication with design consultants, contractors, vendors, operating partners, and internal stakeholders. Ability to influence and mentor team members; demonstrated ability to understand and communicate complex project documents (drawings, surveys, contracts). Attention to detail with the ability to set strategic priorities and manage multiple projects concurrently. Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office; ability to travel roughly 50% annually; valid driver’s license and dependable transportation. Ability to walk all aspects of a community for extended periods (stairs, inclines, etc.). What We Offer
We believe that when we take care of our people, everything else follows. We’re committed to clear expectations, honest feedback, and helping you grow in a collaborative, inclusive culture that values empathy, curiosity, and trust. We strive for excellence and aim to create great places to work, live, and grow. Benefits include a generous 401(k) match, fertility/adoption/surrogacy support, comprehensive health benefits, and a hybrid work model with offices in Chicago, NYC, Atlanta and Dallas. LivCor is proud to be a US EPA ENERGY STAR Partner. Please review the job applicant privacy notice here. EEO Statement:
LivCor is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations in the application process; contact talent@revantage.com for assistance. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
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