KVP Inc. is looking for a sharp, field-savvy Development and Construction Project Manager to join our core team. This isn't a hands-off coordination role — you'll be embedded in the business as a trusted owner's representative across the full project lifecycle, from early feasibility and entitlements through construction, closeout, and handoff to operations.
If you thrive on ownership, hate bureaucracy, and want direct access to company leadership, this role was built for you.
What You'll Do
Development & Preconstruction
- Manage projects from initial concept through entitlements, permitting, and approvals
- Coordinate feasibility analysis, due diligence, and site assessments with leadership
- Oversee design team selection and management (architects, engineers, consultants)
- Review design documents to ensure alignment with owner's program and budget
- Lead value engineering and scope refinement efforts
Procurement & Contracting
- Prepare and issue RFPs; solicit, level, and evaluate bids from GCs and subcontractors
- Negotiate and execute contracts — GC agreements, design contracts, and vendor agreements
- Establish project budgets and maintain cost control throughout, including pay app oversight
Construction Administration
- Serve as owner's representative on all active projects — primary contact for GCs and design teams
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance
- Review and approve pay applications, change orders, and RFIs
- Track schedules, anticipate delays, and proactively manage risk
- Resolve field issues with a solutions-first mindset
Capital Improvements
- Manage capex projects across KVP's owned portfolio from scope definition through completion
- Coordinate with property management and operations to minimize disruption
- Track deferred maintenance and contribute to long-term capital planning
Closeout & Handoff
- Lead project closeout: punch lists, final inspections, certificate of occupancy, lien waivers
- Assemble complete project documentation — as-builts, warranties, O&M manuals
- Transition projects to operations with proper documentation and training
What We're Looking For
Required
- 5+ years in real estate development, construction management, or owner's representation
- Proven track record managing ground-up development and/or capital improvement projects end-to-end
- Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, contract types, and construction documentation
- Proficiency reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings
- Experience with project budgeting, cost tracking, and change order management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple active projects simultaneously
Preferred
- Experience working directly for a real estate owner, developer, or family office (not just a GC or CM firm)
- Familiarity with entitlement and permitting processes in Greenville, SC
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Real Estate, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field
- Experience with Procore, Buildertrend, or similar project management software
Compensation information to be discussed
Why KVP
- A real seat at the table — direct collaboration with company principals from day one
- True project ownership — you run your projects with minimal bureaucracy
- Room to grow — as our portfolio and development pipeline expands, so does this role
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
Pay: From $1.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
