Assistant Construction Manager

At Cortland, you map the story of your success. We don't adhere to the status quo, we love outside industry perspective, and we thrive on exploring possibilities and reimagining solutions. As an innovative leader in multifamily, our high performance continues to drive exponential growth – and we invite you to join us on our journey towards real estate excellence. With tools and guidance to sharpen your skills, you can forge your own career path, love what you do, and let it show.

Cortland Build is seeking a highly motivated Multi-Family Assistant Construction Manager to join our dynamic team. This individual will assist in overseeing and managing the successful execution of multi-family Value-Add and Capital Expenditure Renovations. The ideal candidate will possess an understanding of multi-family construction, with experience or internship in multifamily or commercial construction or renovation. The position requires a strong emphasis on project buyout, cost management, contract drafting, and detailed project scheduling. The successful candidate will be instrumental in delivering exceptional results for our in-house general contracting team.

• Help Oversee the planning, execution, and successful completion of multi-family projects.
• Assist with planning and executing Unit Renovations, Amenity Upgrades, Exterior Upgrades and more, with minimal disruption to residents
• Manage day-to-day activities on-site and coordinate with internal stakeholders, subccontractors, and vendors.
• Work closely with the Construction Manager to gain hands-on experience in managing project budgets, including buyout, subcontractor negotiation, change orders, the Pay Application process, and vendor coordination.
• Familiar with accepted building practices including techniques, code requirements, market pricing, and permitting processes
• Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring that work is completed on time, within scope, and to the required quality. Manage contract negotiations and ensure adherence to contract terms
• Assist the Construction Manager and Pre-Construction team on due diligence walks – assessing renovation needs, estimating repair costs, and writing out summaries of overall property conditions
• Track change order requests, respond to feedback from property management personnel, prepare reports, and share overall project goals and details with senior managers

The Impact You Can Make

• Your team’s projects are completed on time, within budget, of the highest quality.
• The operational success rate for the projects you help manage has never been higher, thanks to your close attention to detail and recommendations for improvement.
• The Construction Manager raves about your industry knowledge and knack for finding creative solutions to construction, renovation, and contractor challenges

• Passion for Constuction and Real Estate
• Proven project coordination skills for each stage of construction and renovation
• Strong analytical problem-solving and costing skills
• Able to communicate effectively with a diverse array of people
• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, Business Management, or Architecture
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Project) and Timberline

At Cortland, we create, reimagine, and manage apartment communities for residents nationwide. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, we have communities and regional offices all over the country, as well as overseas. From product design and procurement to general contracting and property management, we do it all – to make sure our communities are the perfect setting for living life to its fullest.

Our success is fueled by our belief in a better life – where hospitality is always a given, each detail is worth a second thought, and every open door is a new opportunity to go beyond expectations. We come to work every day to create possibilities for people – possibilities that translate into superior living spaces and experiences designed to inspire our residents, associates, and investors to live a better life focused on what matters most to them.

Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please email talentresources@cortland.com or call 404.965.3988. Cortland is a drug-free workplace. Cortland participates in e-verify to verify the employment status of all persons hired to work in the United States.