Director of Capital Projects

Vi Living
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
233 South Wacker Drive (Show on map)
Feb 20, 2025
Overview This position is based out of our Chicago office, located at 233 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 8400, Chicago, IL 60606. This is a hybrid role, requiring three days in the office and two days remote per week. Vi is recognized as a Great Place to Work and one of Glassdoor's 100 Best Companies to work for. Learn from the best and accelerate your career with Vi. What We Offer: Competitive pay Exceptional benefits Generous Paid Time Off - start accruing on day one 401k with company match Paid maternity and paternity benefits Award-winning training and development Tuition Reimbursement Luxury work environment Meaningful and rewarding work Responsibilities The Director of Capital Projects is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful completion of capital improvement and construction projects across the company's luxury senior living communities. This role ensures that projects align with strategic goals, meet budget and timeline expectations, and maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and resident satisfaction. Collaborates with Executive Directors, VP of Operations, corporate functional leaders, and members of the corporate Accounting and Marketing teams to ensure cohesive project execution. Principal Accountabilities / Essential Job Functions: Manages all design and construction activities for specific capital renovation projects. Projects may include, but are not limited to interior renovations, building envelop renovations and Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems replacement. Develops and oversees project budgets, schedules, and scope to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Ensures project designs align with the company's brand and luxury standards while optimizing functionality for senior living communities. Establishes and monitors construction best practices, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Responsible for apartment unit renovations at all communities, including working with community staff to identify quality contractors, review cost, schedule, workmanship and adherence to company contract and material standards. Manages relationships with architects, contractors, engineers, regulatory authorities, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), owner's consultants and other vendors to ensure high-quality execution. Responsible for on-time, on-budget performances and quality control review. Manages project from inception through project close-out and warranty period. Establishes quality control and assurance plans and monitors general contractor's compliance. Leads Request for Proposal (RFP) processes, vendor selection, and contract negotiations to secure the best value and quality for the company. Reviews all documents, including plans and specifications, Request for Information (RFIs), permit applications, submittals and changes to contract documents. Drafts contract agreements, change orders and budget request forms. Reviews and evaluates project schedule to ensure that milestone and final completion dates are achieved. Reviews and approves general contractors' and vendors' pay requests and any requests for additional cost and schedule extensions. Leads and ensures a smooth hand-off of the completed facility to the building operations staff. Prepares monthly reports to include financial monitoring, schedule timelines and major project issues. Key Competencies: Skilled at managing the schedule and budget of projects ranging in size from several thousand to several million dollars while maintaining quality. Strong understanding of budgeting, financial analysis, and cost control for large-scale capital projects. Must have a thorough knowledge of all facets of construction and the building trade with technical understanding of building systems. Must be able to effectively assess critical situations, respond accordingly and delegate solutions for those situations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously across multiple locations. Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across departments. Must be courteous and be able to deal with various demands, pressures and complaints from residents, staff, vendors and consultants. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to the executive team. Ability to lead project teams to accomplish goals. Ability to travel up to 35%. Qualifications Education and Experience: * Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering required. * Work Experience: Minimum of 10 years of large-scale commercial and/or residential experience is required. Experience with and a thorough understanding of various construction and Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems is required. Design process management experience preferred. * Licensure / Certification: Must possess a valid and current driver's license. Pay Range USD $153,926.64 - USD $200,091.37 /Yr.