Director of Construction

Job Description

Overview

As Director of Construction, Florida Region, you will be responsible for leading small to mid-size tenant buildouts, capital improvements, new acquisition property due diligence, and repairs for our industrial real estate portfolio. This role involves working with property managers, general contractors, sub-contractors, tenants, and brokers on cradle-to-grave project deliveries. Additionally, you will be accountable for project costs and reconciliation, schedules, performance, and safety, while working in an office, commercial, or industrial setting, which may involve sitting traveling or working in the field as required.

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Construction, or Civil Engineering and three years of relevant working experience with advanced knowledge in construction engineering or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Minimum 5-8 years of experience in project management/execution with an understanding of standard project management processes/procedures. In-depth knowledge of commercial roofing, asphalt, building construction, and mechanical systems such as fire suppression, electrical distribution systems, HVAC, and gas distribution systems, and understanding environmental due diligence reports. Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and other construction documents across a variety of construction disciplines and trades. Ability to manage construction projects of various levels of complexity Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Project required. Experience with Yardi Systems is a plus. Experience in the real estate industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work with property managers, general contractors, sub-contractors, tenants, and brokers on cradle-to-grave project deliveries.
Develop scope, coordinate bidding, and negotiate contracts for tenant buildouts and capital improvement projects; tenant buildouts range from cosmetic office improvements to full-scale site repositioning with an emphasis on converting excess office space to warehouse and exterior loading improvements.
Industrial development experience preferred Assist the acquisition team in developing property business plans with a focus on improving building and site functionality; assist the asset management team in understanding all components of acquisition due diligence materials.
Accountable for project costs & reconciliation, schedules, performance, and safety.
Manage communications, escalations, and resolve client/tenant issues.
Perform project value engineering.
Occasional travel across Florida to conduct site visits: Primarily South Florida, Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville.
Support ground-up industrial development projects.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

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About Company

Established in 2012, Faropoint is a pure-play real estate fund manager focused on the last-mile industrial sector. Having acquired more than 500 warehouses to date, we are the most active aggregator of small-bay urban logistics assets in the US over the past five years. Our platform is built to harness the sector's fragmentation, operating through 7 regional offices with 120+ employees in vertically integrated teams enhanced by proprietary AI-driven tools, while benefiting from compelling fundamentals including constrained supply growth, reshoring, and e-commerce tailwinds.