Housing Project Manager Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to lead multifamily and student housing construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role is responsible for full project ownership-financial, contractual, schedule, and executional-and serves as the primary point of accountability for successful project delivery.

Proven experience in multifamily and/or student housing construction is REQUIRED. The ideal candidate has managed high-density, unit-driven residential projects and understands the complexities of repetitive layouts, phased turnovers, aggressive schedules, and owner-facing coordination.

• Own the project lifecycle from preconstruction handoff through final closeout.

• Develop and manage comprehensive project execution plans, including:

  • Master schedules and milestone tracking

  • Procurement and buyout strategies

  • Staffing plans and resource allocation

• Coordinate closely with Architects, Engineers, Owners, and Consultants to ensure contract documents are executed accurately.

• Lead constructability reviews and proactively resolve scope gaps or conflicts.

• Ensure permits, approvals, and jurisdictional requirements are obtained and maintained.

• Establish, manage, and protect the project budget from award through closeout.

• Track cost-to-complete, forecast cash flow, and manage financial risk.

• Lead change management, including pricing, negotiation, documentation, and owner approval.

• Review and approve subcontractor pay applications, change orders, and invoices.

• Drive cost control without compromising safety, quality, or schedule.

• Lead and manage the full project team, including:

  • Project Engineers

  • Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents

  • Subcontractors and Vendors

• Set clear expectations, enforce accountability, and foster a collaborative project culture.

• Partner closely with the Project Superintendent to align field execution with project controls.

• Participate actively in preconstruction, buyout, and scheduling strategy.

• Own the project schedule-no-surprise execution is the standard.

• Monitor schedule performance with a focus on unit sequencing, trade stacking, and turnover milestones.

• Ensure quality standards are clearly defined, communicated, and enforced.

• Identify project risks early and develop mitigation strategies.

• Resolve issues proactively before they impact cost, schedule, or client confidence.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Owners and key stakeholders.

• Lead owner meetings, provide clear project updates, and manage expectations.

• Ensure accurate, real-time project documentation in Procore, including:

  • RFIs and submittals

  • Change management

  • Budget tracking

  • Schedule updates

• Prepare and present internal and external project reports.

• Lead the project through punch list, closeout, and final turnover.

• Ensure all closeout documentation, warranties, and training are completed accurately and on time.

• Drive timely project completion and final acceptance.

• Project delivered on or ahead of schedule.

• Budget adherence and accurate forecasting.

• Timely and well-documented change management.

• Strong subcontractor performance and accountability.

• Client satisfaction and repeat business.

• Complete and accurate project documentation.

• On-time closeout and turnover.

• Multifamily and/or Student Housing project management experience - REQUIRED.

• Minimum of 5-10 years of construction project management experience.

• Demonstrated success managing unit-based residential projects with aggressive schedules.

• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, procurement, and trade coordination.

• Proficiency in Procore, scheduling software (MS Project or equivalent), and Microsoft Office.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.

• Experience with preconstruction, scope development, and cost estimating.

• Experience delivering projects in occupied, phased, or schedule-sensitive environments.

• Experience with institutional or government clients is a plus, but residential execution expertise is paramount.

Reports To:

• Director of Operations / Senior Project Manager

• Own the project-financially, contractually, and operationally.

• Lead with clarity, discipline, and accountability.

• Anticipate challenges and resolve issues before they escalate.

• Represent our client with integrity, professionalism, and confidence.

• Commit to continuous improvement and team development.