At Cortland, you map the story of your success. We don't adhere to the status quo, we love outside industry perspective, and we thrive on exploring possibilities and reimagining solutions. As an innovative leader in multifamily, our high performance continues to drive exponential growth – and we invite you to join us on our journey towards real estate excellence. With tools and guidance to sharpen your skills, you can forge your own career path, love what you do, and let it show.

As the Vice President of Construction, will oversee all aspects of construction management for both our in-house development team and our New Construction projects. This leadership role is accountable for the successful delivery of multifamily developments in major U.S. markets—ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and brand-quality standards across every build.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in construction management, particularly in garden-style, wrap/podium, and core residential product types. You will lead a high-performing team, manage department-level P&L, and serve as a strategic partner across Development, Capital, and Executive Leadership to help drive Cortland’s long-term growth.

• Lead the selection and management of external contractors, vendors, and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with Cortland’s quality, safety, and performance standards.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in construction processes, safety standards, and best practices across all projects.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and excellence within the construction teams.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including developers, architects, engineers, local government officials, and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Monitor and mitigate risks associated with construction projects, taking proactive measures to resolve issues as they arise.
• Report regularly to senior leadership on the status of construction projects, performance metrics, and P&L results.
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• Bachelor’s degree required in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in construction management, with a proven track record in leading teams and delivering successful residential construction projects.
• Proven expertise in garden-style, wrap/podium product, and core residential buildings.
• Strong background in managing both the technical and financial aspects of construction projects.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, scheduling, budgeting, and contract management.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, quality control, and risk management in construction.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while balancing multiple projects and priorities.
• LEED certification and PMP are a plus.

We create, reimagine, and manage apartment communities for residents nationwide. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, we have communities and regional offices all over the country, as well as overseas. From product design and procurement to general contracting and property management, we do it all – to make sure our communities are the perfect setting for living life to its fullest.

Our success is fueled by our belief in a better life – where hospitality is always a given, each detail is worth a second thought, and every open door is a new opportunity to go beyond expectations. We come to work every day to create possibilities for people – possibilities that translate into superior living spaces and experiences designed to inspire our residents, associates, and investors to live a better life focused on what matters most to them.

Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please email talentresources@cortland.com or call 404.965.3988.

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