Development Construction Manager

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Elmington Construction is a Nashville‑based general contractor and construction management company providing comprehensive residential and commercial services with a partnership approach. We specialize in affordable and multi‑family housing and have completed 22 projects with 18 more under construction in states across the US. Our experienced leadership team understands market dynamics and has refined our processes to minimize typical construction conflicts, delivering exceptional results that provide clients confidence and peace of mind throughout their journey with the Elmington family.

All activities will be performed in support of the values of Elmington Construction. Integrity ~ Precision ~ Growth ~ Driven ~ Relationships

The Development Construction Manager manages the construction process of multiple Affordable Multifamily Developments as an owner’s representative throughout construction, initial occupancy, and closeout. Demonstrates capability to read, understand and apply standards to documents affecting the projects, including but not limited to agreements/contracts, Elmington standards of design, work letters, surveys and drawings. Oversees General Contractors and third‑party consultants to ensure the project stays on schedule and within budget.

• Supervise and coordinate work of Architects, General Contractors, and other development related third parties to ensure the scope of work gets accomplished within budget and schedule
• Manage project budget and General Contractor (GC) change orders
• Conduct site inspections and evaluate progress of work compared to GC provided Gantt schedules
• Ensure up to date, complete, and accurate records for budgets and schedules
• Participate in weekly and monthly reporting to senior management that will require data input into presentable excel format
• Perform final completion surveys and observations of projects
• Function both in a team‑oriented setting and independently.
• Collaborate with and coordinate with marketing, asset management, and property management groups
• Performs all other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field
• Proficient understanding and knowledge of building codes, construction divisions and developing schedules
• Full knowledge of general contracting construction process including pre‑construction planning, scheduling, safety, cost controls, contract administration, and workforce supervision
• Extensive experience managing details of multiple projects in different phases of construction
• Five years or more construction / construction management experience

• Frequently sit, stand and walk
• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Frequently required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls
• Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Vision abilities to include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Temperature in the workplace is typically moderate

• This position requires travel up to 50% of the time.

At Elmington Construction, we foster an entrepreneurial mindset, compensating for the value our team members bring to the table. We provide an environment that encourages room for advancement and career succession, recognizing and rewarding contributions to our collective success. With a team collaboration ethos, constant improvement is not just encouraged but embedded in our culture, offering autonomy to individuals who thrive on innovation.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

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