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INTRODUCTION

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 16,000 housing units in 18 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support multiple construction projects across all phases, from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring timelines, documentation, and communication remain on track
• Act as a key liaison between Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and internal teams to drive alignment and execution
• Lead coordination of OAC and draw meetings, including agenda development, documentation, and follow-up actions
• Track and maintain critical project milestones (e.g., NTP, Substantial Completion, Certificates of Occupancy) and ensure data accuracy across systems
• Serve as the primary point of contact for construction technology systems (Procore), driving adoption, standardization, and data integrity
• Manage compliance with federal and state labor regulations (including Section 3 and Davis-Bacon), ensuring accurate reporting and adherence to requirements
• Oversee certified payroll reporting and labor tracking through systems such as eComply and LCP Tracker
• Coordinate subcontractor onboarding, compliance, and documentation requirements, including enforcing deadlines tied to draw approvals
• Support project escalations, including warranty issues, state agency coordination, and third-party inspections
• Identify and implement process improvements across compliance tracking, reporting workflows, and system utilization to drive efficiency and consistency
• Provide leadership with clear, accurate reporting on project status, compliance standing, and key project metrics to support decision-making

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of safety regulations and guidelines
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction project management or operations management
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and insurance

WHAT YOU’LL GET

We offer competitive wages and annual bonus opportunities. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401k with Company Match
• 100% Employee-Owned Company with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 12 Days Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays!
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Professional Development Reimbursement