Bonaventure Senior Living

Director of Construction

Salem, OR 97301In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 10 years in multi-site, multi-state construction management.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple construction managers and projects simultaneously.
  • Strong knowledge of the entire multi-family construction process.
  • Expertise in developing bid packages and vetting bidders.
  • Excellent contract negotiation skills and documentation experience.
  • Strong time management skills and detail-oriented mindset.
  • Capacity to provide pre-construction cost estimates.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and hold accountable various construction projects and managers.
  • Ensure timely and budget-compliant project completion.
  • Facilitate effective communication and quality control.
  • Support remodels and capital replacements for over 7,300 units across nine states.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and operational efficiency.
  • Lead recruitment and integration of systems for optimal growth.
  • Conduct regular job-site visits for oversight and quality assurance.

Benefits

  • Medical and dental coverage.
  • Flexible Spending Account for healthcare and daycare.
  • Generous 401k matching program.
  • Relocation assistance offered.
  • Simulator-based training for specialized equipment.
  • Paid time off for personal and family needs.
  • Six paid holidays each year.
  • Bonuses for successful project management.
Full Job Description
Bonaventure is Hiring a Director of Construction!

Salary $200,000

At a Glance

Bonaventure Construction is seeking a Director of Construction to manage construction operations for the construction company. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of successful experience in multi-site, multi-state construction management and be a critical thinker and problem solver. They will successfully manage our onsite construction managers based upon time, budget, and quality expectations.

Bonaventure Construction is part of a family of companies that develops, designs, and constructs apartments and senior living communities. Bonaventure Construction is unique in that is has only one captive client and does not seek third party work. Typically, we have two to three construction starts per year with each project being a multi-year build.

The Director of Construction will also ensure the onsite construction managers are property vetting the scope of the project and properly bidding the project as well as helping the onsite managers problem solve to maintain quality, time, and cost.

Top reasons to work at Bonaventure
  • Health Benefits - Medical and dental coverage.
  • Flexible Spending Account - For Healthcare and Day Care expenses.
  • Retirement - Generous 401k matching program.
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Trainings - We pay for a simulator-based training specifically designed for the make and model aircraft.
  • Paid Time Off - To have fun, take care of yourself and your family.
  • 6 Paid Holidays
  • Bonuses for successful project management


Position Overview

This individual will provide oversight and accountability, keeping various projects and Construction Managers on track, on schedule for completion, and on budget for cost. They will place the utmost importance on proactive and effective communication, attention to detail, and prompt follow through to ensure quality control and compliance with Bonaventure's standards. This position will also help support the remodels and capital replacements of our housing portfolio of over 7,300 units in nine states.

The Director will be focused not only on "day to day" operations but also on the larger vision and needs of the company. They will provide strategic planning and insight while being metrics oriented at the operational level. The ideal candidate will provide the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that the company has the proper operational controls, reporting procedures, and systems in place to effectively grow the organization and ensure financial strength and operating efficiency.

Qualifications/Abilities for this Position
  • A successful history of simultaneously managing multiple construction managers and projects to achieve cost and time goals.
  • A strong working knowledge of the multi-family construction process from pre-construction, earthwork, certificate of occupancy, to the close out and warranty period.
  • Able to multi-task and prepare and manage multiple construction budgets and schedules.
  • Able to develop bid packages.
  • Identify & pre-qualify bidders.
  • Strong time management skills; deadline and detail oriented.
  • Experience with contract negotiations and documentation.
  • Able to manage all facets of a construction project from beginning to end.
  • Able to provide pre-construction cost estimates for upcoming projects.
  • Regular travel for job-site visits across the construction portfolio.


About the Company

Bonaventure is a family of companies dedicated to the development, construction and operation of exceptional residential living communities.

Over the last 26 years, Bonaventure has developed and constructed over 7,000 units and over 6,700,000 of building square feet of senior living, multifamily apartments and office space in six states, along with the development of multiple subdivisions locally. Today, Bonaventure owns nearly 7,300 units in nine states. Several additional senior and apartment communities are currently under construction and development and are scheduled to open in 2026 and beyond.

Bonaventure never stops innovating and improving.

About Bonaventure Senior Living

Bonaventure Senior Living is a family-owned and operated senior living provider that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Salem, Oregon. Bonaventure Senior Living operates communities in several states, including Oregon, Washington, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, and Nevada. The company's mission is to provide seniors with a safe, comfortable, and engaging environment where they can enjoy their retirement years. Bonaventure Senior Living is committed to providing high-quality care and services to its residents, and the company's staff is dedicated to ensuring that each resident receives personalized attention and care.
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