Regional Director of Service & Construction

We are looking for a Regional Director of Service & Construction to join our Asset Quality and Service team supporting our Operations teams in Atlanta, GA. 

Leadership role

• Leadership and supervisory roles in Service & Construction for a large, potentially multi-state portfolio. 
• Reports directly to Regional Vice President of Service and Construction.  
• Specific areas of ownership and expertise include but are not limited to operations support, support of and education in adherence to property P&L, support of CNOI, expense and CSAT goal metrics and team member development.  
• Leadership and supervisory roles in project management, construction management, design build oversight, contracting, vendor management, budgeting, casualty response, insurance claim oversight, EH&S support. 
• Directs and coordinates other regional service and construction directors. Responsible for implementing and coordinating policies, programs, and operating procedures and standards as required to assure that property assets are preserved through sound maintenance, construction, and rehabilitation procedures. 

Where You Will Work 

• This role will be based out of the Atlanta area and require regular travel to all communities within and around the market. 
• Required to work in person out of a regional office, with 4 to 5 days per week spent in the field walking sites and engaging operations and service teams, vendors, etc.  
• Occasional remote work is allowed. 
• The ability to travel frequently and at times for extended periods is required during the normal course of business.  
• Must also be available for emergency response, remote or in person, for all regional properties in the event of (not limited to) fire, flood, major storms, significant property damage, or loss of critical systems such as power, domestic water supply, HVAC or electricity.

What You Will Do 

Essential Functions:   

• Supports operations and construction from a leadership level with complete understanding of property budgets, P&Ls, KPIs, systems (Entrata, Coupa, Brivo, SmartRent), and reporting.   Frequently engages in person and remotely with property and regional operations team members including CMs, SMs, GMs, RPMs, VPs, DOOs and AFOs. 
• Frequent and recurring travel to properties throughout the region of responsibility required.  Travel to national level meetings required. 
• Heavily engaged in development of internal bench for SM, ASM, Directors of Service and Construction.
• Supports acquisition, transition and disposition processes including PCA review, on-site inspections, and budget development. 
• Post acquisition leadership and oversight of “AIR Edge” and other large-scale renovations or upgrades. 
• Leads Directors to ensure proper execution of all jurisdictional, lender, or code mandated activities including but not limited to (REAC, MOR, 40-year, Façade, Balcony, SCEP).
• Coordinates, oversees, and reports out on the activities of the Directors of Service and Construction in the region to assure that projects are completed within prescribed schedules and budgets, and are in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Reviews project plans and bids submitted by Directors for scheduling, procedures, staffing and funding requirements, and conformance to annual budgets. 
• Reviews and approves contract documents submitted by Directors, executes construction contracts within signing limits. 
• Works with Directors, consultants, architects, contractors, and suppliers to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
• Compiles annual CAPEX/CE/MPE budgets for consideration in annual budget reviews.  Supports annual R&M and COE budget generation and execution. 
• The ability to navigate POWER BI, Asana and MS EXCEL is required as is the ability to generate basic financial (IRR) analysis.
• Aggregation, quality assurance, and communication of all regional performance metrics and indicators.   Frequent and recurring updates on financial and schedule adherence, project or program progress, and opportunities.

What You Bring

• Degree in construction management, property operations, architecture, or related field preferred.
• 5-8 years of experience managing construction projects and multifamily operations. 
• Ability to aggregate, organize, and effectively communicate real time performance data in concise and actionable terms to senior leadership is a must.  

What We Offer

AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance including:

• Expected pay range of $165,000 - $185,000 base salary plus annual target bonus. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• 25% Rent Discount at any AIR community (a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% employer contribution.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 14 holidays.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours of paid time annually for community service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth.

What You Need to Know

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 5/26/2026. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.