Residential Project Specialist

Location

Charleston - 997 Morrison Drive, Suite 402

Business

Our Growth, Your Opportunity

At Maymont Homes, our success starts with putting residents first. We’re expanding to bring clean, safe, attractive, and affordable housing to more families across new markets. With over 20,000 homes, multiple build-to-rent communities, and more on the horizon, we’re not just a leader in the single-family rental space, we’re a company that truly cares about the people and communities we serve.

As a division of Brookfield, Maymont Homes is growing fast and making an impact. Join us to shape a brighter future for our residents while advancing your career with a purpose-driven team.

Job Description

Location: Houston, TX

Primary Responsibilities: The Residential Project Specialist (RPS) is responsible for overseeing residential construction and renovation projects within a designated market. This role ensures that work is completed on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with the company’s quality standards. Acting as the primary liaison between vendors and internal teams, the RPS manages site inspections, vendor performance, training, and compliance with key operational metrics.

Skills & Competencies:

• 3+ years of experience in residential construction or project management, preferably within the single-family rental sector
• Strong understanding of construction, renovation, and maintenance best practices
• Proficient in project management tools (SiteCapture and TaskRay preferred)
• Excellent organizational skills with a focus on detail, timelines, and documentation
• Strong communication and vendor management abilities
• Proven ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities
• Ability to travel extensively within the assigned market
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Essential Job Functions:

Construction Oversight:

• Manage the end-to-end construction process for assigned homes
• Conduct kickoff meetings, progress checks, and final punch walks
• Track project spend and ensure adherence to scope and budget

Inspections & Quality Control:

• Review inspection reports and ensure compliance with company standards
• Submit and track change orders as needed
• Maintain quality control across all vendor work

Vendor Management:

• Serve as the lead contact for vendors in the field
• Support onboarding, training, and performance evaluations
• Enforce vendor adherence to workflows, scopes, and timelines

Operational Support:

• Review and coach vendors based on Move-In work orders and service issues
• Complete minor tasks during home turns using approved materials
• Provide on-site support for maintenance issues and market needs

Collaboration & Consultation:

• Partner with peers to align on project scopes and resolutions
• Support acquisitions through field insights during due diligence

Technology & Reporting:

• Use project management tools to track and document project progress
• Ensure timely reporting and KPI compliance across all assignments
• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor or leadership team.

Key Metrics & Responsibilities:

• Project Timelines: Maintain accurate tracking of start, progress, and completion dates
• Budget Accuracy: Ensure alignment with budget and scope of work
• Timeline Efficiency: Deliver projects based on $750/day construction pace
• Move-In Feedback: Achieve positive Move-In and Rently survey scores
• Maintenance Issue Resolution: Maintain fewer than one move-in-related work order per home
• Vendor Performance: Monitor and improve vendor output through feedback and training
• Data Integrity: Ensure precise and timely documentation in SiteCapture and TaskRay

Why work for Maymont Homes ​?

Our Mission – “We Positively Impact the Lives in the Communities We Serve”. We do this through the work we do and the volunteer efforts that the company sponsors. You can make a difference in your community while you work!

Outstanding benefits package – our benefits are provided by Brookfield and offer immediate 5% match on the 401(k) plan, wellness credits that significantly reduce the employee cost for health care coverage, and up to 160 hours of PTO per year for full time empl