Integration (Owner Support) Lead

About The Company

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.

ABOUT THE JOB
JPI has an exciting opportunity for an Integration Lead to join our Design for Execution team located in Dallas, TX.
The Integration Lead is a hands-on executor and team connector responsible for implementing design validation and cross-functional coordination efforts. This role operates the frameworks and expectations established by the Integration Manager and ensures that project milestones, drawing phasing, and design acceptance tasks are carried out in real time. The Lead actively engages with project teams, design, PreCon, construction, and consultants, to ensure that deliverables are aligned, issues are tracked and resolved, and timelines are maintained. The position will report to the Integration Manager.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Validation of Design & Establishing Design Requirements

• Implement and manage project-specific design validation processes to confirm alignment with enterprise-level requirements.

• Coordinate real-time reviews of drawings and specifications to validate compliance with operational and regulatory goals.

• Communicate design validation feedback to consultants and internal stakeholders, ensuring corrections are made promptly to avoid schedule impacts.

• Monitor consultant onboarding timelines and actively assist with removing blockers, delays, or gaps in documentation.

• Partner with project teams to uphold standards related to planning, building systems, and architectural design intent, aligning with both operational functionality and design quality.

Drawing Phasing & Design Milestones

• Apply and enforce the organization’s standard phasing logic and milestone framework to ensure deliverables are submitted in correct sequence and completeness.

• Own the day-to-day tracking of milestone submissions, coordinating updates in trackers, dashboards, and other documentation tools.

• Validate that drawing packages meet gate criteria before construction release, escalating risks or deviations to the Integration Manager as needed.

• Maintain a detailed record of drawing progress, consultant submittals, and milestone achievements across assigned projects.

• Conduct working sessions with consultants and internal stakeholders to clarify deliverable expectations and proactively manage sequencing.

Owner Support (Change Orders & Design Acceptance)

• Support cross-functional coordination and issue resolution processes by driving meeting agendas, follow-ups, and action item closure.

• Assist in executing the documentation handoff framework by ensuring drawing packages, logs, and templates are accurately prepared for downstream teams.

• Coordinate and track owner-directed design changes, including finish-level modifications, ensuring updates are logged, communicated, and budget impacts are captured.

• Actively participate in field coordination meetings during construction to help resolve owner RFIs, submittals, and design deviations promptly.

• Serve as the day-to-day integration liaison in the field, ensuring fast-track decisions are supported with clear documentation and escalation protocols.

• Manage workflows related to jurisdictional documentation, address registration, and agency approvals in coordination with other departments.

Education, Work Experience, & Physical Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field.

• 4-6 years of Experience including 2 of the following areas: development, design management and construction, preferably in the multifamily industry.

• Excel, Bluebeam, and Procore.

• Knowledge of project phasing, execution risks, and owner-driven design changes.

• Ability to manage multiple teams and projects while ensuring quality and consistency.

• Experience with processes for design validation and documentation workflows.

• Act as a representative and advocate of JPI’s culture and guiding principles

• 5-day work week (Monday-Friday) Physical Co-location

• Daily Collaboration

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