Director, Construction Management at Affordable Homes & Communities (AHC)

About AHC

Affordable Homes & Communities (AHC) is a mission-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to developing affordable, workforce, and mixed-income rental housing in the Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore regions. With a resident-centric approach, we manage more than 8,000 apartment units across 50+ communities while also providing educational programs and social services through our Resident Services team.

We are seeking a Director of Construction Management to lead AHC’s construction oversight efforts and ensure the successful delivery of affordable housing projects across our portfolio.

This leadership role is responsible for supervising the Construction Management team, resolving construction-related issues, and managing relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, lenders, and equity partners. The Director will oversee project progress, ensure compliance with regulations, and deliver high-quality, on-time, and on-budget construction outcomes that align with AHC’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Oversee construction projects across AHC’s portfolio, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery.

• Manage relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, lenders, and equity partners.

• Resolve construction-related issues, evaluate change orders, and ensure compliance with regulations (including Davis-Bacon requirements).

• Lead renovation planning, budgeting, and scheduling in collaboration with internal and external partners.

• Ensure thorough documentation and quality assurance through site inspections and project close-outs.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Construction Management staff.

• Build a positive, collaborative, and innovative team culture aligned with AHC’s values.

• Oversee hiring, training, and professional development to ensure team success.

• Implement effective communication strategies to support productivity and problem-solving.

Budget & Financial Oversight

• Collaborate with the COO to prepare and manage the Construction Management annual budget.

• Monitor revenues and expenses, providing quarterly updates on budget performance.

• Develop and evaluate fee structures for construction management services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture preferred (experience may substitute for education).

• Minimum 7 years of construction management experience, including 5+ years supervising staff in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with budgeting, cost estimates, and project oversight throughout the construction process.

• Ability to read and interpret contracts, plans, diagrams, and manuals; familiarity with AIA documents.

• Knowledge of housing compliance, regulatory requirements, zoning, construction finance, and property/asset management procedures.

• Strong math, analytical, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction software.

• Proven ability to problem-solve, manage portfolios, and exercise sound judgment.

• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel to construction sites.

Working at AHC

This position offers a hybrid work schedule: staff are onsite on core days (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday) and may work remotely on Wednesday and Friday. The Director will also travel to construction sites as needed.

At AHC, you’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven organization committed to expanding affordable housing while ensuring high-quality construction that serves residents and communities.