Built on a foundation of integrity, respect, and commitment, JPI stands out as one of the most active real estate developers and builders in the nation. For more than 35 years, JPI has designed and developed communities with best-in-class homes and amenities. JPI is committed to data-driven management and continuous improvement. Its team of experts utilizes data – including unparalleled market research, proven business processes, and proprietary models – to ensure that every decision is strategic, focused, and produces exceptional multifamily communities with the best risk-adjusted returns. More than just great communities, JPI is focused on leaving a lasting impact on the communities where we build and is continually committed to “Building What Matters.” JPI operates as a subsidiary of Sumitomo Forestry, which is recognized as one of the largest home builders in the United States.
Why work for us?
We have a 35-year track record of developing multifamily communities with responsibility, accountability, and integrity. Our stated purpose is to:
Transform Building
Enhance Communities
Improve Lives
JPI has an ambitious and exciting vision for how we will achieve this, which makes for a positive and dynamic work environment, with many opportunities for personal development and growth. As well as our highly competitive offering of compensation and benefits, we are committed to:
Transformative careers in a transformative company
Comprehensive training and development
Promotion from within at all levels of the organization
Borderless Careers, based on performance, potential, and personal ambition
Industry Recognition
NMHC - #1 Fastest Growing Developer; #2 Fastest Growing Building; #8 Largest National Developer; # 11 Largest National Builder
Real Page – Most active multifamily developer in DFW for the past 8 years
Dallas Business Journal Best Places to Work – 2023
Dallas Business Journal – Largest DFW Real Estate Developers - #11
JPI offers associates a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more, including:
Competitive Bonus Program
4 Weeks PTO for All New Associates (Pro-Rated by Hire Date)
11 Holidays and 8 Early Release Days
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match (Up to 5% Match)
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Volunteer Time
Tuition Assistance
Phone Reimbursement
Associate Referral Bonuses
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Responsible to Review and finalize plans and maintain active day to day involvement with OSC Team
Ensure a clear path for execution of Plan A with excellent communication with Site Construction Managers.
Delivers trade specific PreCon onsite meeting agendas to the Site Construction Managers to ensure Plan adherence.
Track and resolve construction issues from field “tickets” in timely and complete manner.
Responsible for Leading execution risk assessment and developing Plan B's
Ensure the de-risking process is complete with all necessary RFI’s/ASI’s resolved in timely manner. (Maintain 30 days of clear runway without RFI delays).
Identifies chokepoints and risks and develops plans to coordinate around the issue. (Knows the Plan sequencing and ensures it is communicated and directed).
Monitors dashboard daily for trends impacting the Plan, diagnose the root cause and directs OSC resource support and realignment on subcontractor performance both on completion and corrective items.
Creates Plan B's/Recovery plans as needed for obstacles and opportunities with the Superintendent and coordinates OSC resources to fully support as needed.
Develops and coordinates OSC support of wet weather mitigation pre-planning efforts and implementation.
Utilize digital technology or other information available to solve technical issues affecting the project.
Ensures the Day 1 Startup checklist is completed on NTP day.
Accountable for Managing RFI Process
Work Directly with Operations team to draft and submit RFI's
Manage that RFI's are answered promptly and by correct consultants.
Ensure RFI's are distributed to appropriate subs.
Inform the Commercial Lead of RFI's with potential costs attached.
Accountable for Complete AHJ Precon
Ensure that the project turnover phasing and sequence will be approved by the jurisdiction and make any plan resequencing as necessary to accommodate AHJ requirements.
Ensure the Fire inspector startup requirements are aligned with phasing and OPC plan
Ensure 3rd party consultants are contracted with appropriate inspection type and frequency per the plan minimum or minimum JPI standard whichever is greater.
Usher AHJ through 3rd party inspection adoption (BV or similar)
Ensure that Submittals are reviewed and approved for installation per plan
Responsible to Support CO review process
Coordinate with the Site Construction Manager to verify change order work is valid.
Manage change order disputes.
Review and finalize plans and maintain active day-to-day involvement with OSC team
The Taktical Control Lead will provide the Takt sequence and pod layout. Pre-construction meetings should be conducted with trades to gather input on the labor requirements for each trade during each phase to keep the project on schedule. Maintain regular communication with the Resource Lead to ensure that subcontractor labor is consistently available to meet project milestones. Maintain open communication with the Taktical Control Lead on OPC changes, updates and plan b's.
Lead execution risk assessment and develop Plan B's
Identify chokepoints and risks in the proposed construction takt plan. Seek feedback from the Construction Manager and OSC Manager to develop corrective actions or alternative strategies to keep the construction plan and schedule on track. Insert Procedure. This enables the OSC team to adapt and maintain the construction schedule and duration.
The Digital Lead is responsible for setting up and updating all digital platforms for the project. The Technical Project Lead should seek input from consultants on technical issues identified through digital technology to address these problems. Develop Plan B solutions to mitigate risks and keep the project on schedule. Engage the OSC and Construction Manager in overseeing digital conflicts and Plan B scenarios, and ensure they communicate updates to subcontractors to ensure alignment with the revised plans.
Manages RFI Process
RFI questions are initiated by subcontractors, digital efforts, and design value engineering (VE) processes. The Technical Project Lead collaborates with the Site Construction Manager to draft the RFIs. Each RFI is created in Procore, including a description and supporting documentation to ensure consultants have all necessary information for an accurate response. The Technical Project Lead oversees the timely resolution of RFIs and ensures that closed RFIs with appropriate responses are distributed to all relevant parties. If an RFI results in cost implications, the Technical Project Lead informs the Commercial Lead to document these costs in a change order.
Support CO review process
Subcontractors submit change orders for additional work with associated costs. The Technical Project Lead must verify that the change order pertains to work outside the current scope and is associated with a project RFI or additional request from the Construction Manager. Once the change order has been reviewed and validated, the Technical Project Lead sends it, along with supporting documentation, to the Commercial Lead for submission through Procore for review and approval and notify the site construction manager to proceed.
Policies, Forms, Templates and Reports
OPC Scheduling SOP
Bluebeam
Plan B Procedure
Digital Workflow Dashboard
Pre Wet-Weather Mitigation
RFI Log
Change Order Template
Non-Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Other duties as assigned.
Education, Work Experience, & Physical Requirements
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience
5+ years' experience in a business or professional setting (inclusive of non-profit or government roles).
Proven experience in an executive support role or similar position.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
Proficiency in using business software and tools, including MS Office and project management applications.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.