New Construction Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionNew Construction Manager – Residential & Light Commercial PlumbingPF Plumbing – Winston-Salem, NCJob Type: Full-Time, SalariedSchedule: Monday–Friday; extended hours may be required during peak seasonDepartment: New Construction – PlumbingBenefits/Perks: Company vehicle, company phone and fuel cardAbout the Position PF Plumbing is seeking an experienced New Construction Manager to take ownership of our residential and commercial new construction plumbing business from bid through final inspection.This is a leadership position for someone who understands both the business and field sides of new construction plumbing. You will be responsible for winning work, ensuring jobs are priced for profitability, managing schedules and production, and leading our Field Managers and Estimator.You will also serve as a key point of contact for builders, general contractors and superintendents.Success in this role means maintaining a strong bid pipeline, hitting builder schedules, delivering quality plumbing installations and protecting job margins from bid through closeout.What You'll DoBusiness Development & Builder Relationships Build and maintain relationships with production builders, custom builders, general contractors and developersOwn the new construction pipeline and identify new opportunitiesGet PF Plumbing added to builder and contractor bid listsTrack bids from invitation through awardSet pricing strategy and approve bids and proposalsReview margins, exclusions and change-order terms before proposals are submittedWalk plans with builders and negotiate scope, pricing and payment termsClose contracts and ensure awarded projects are properly handed offFollow up on lost bids to understand why the work was not awardedGrow repeat business by winning additional communities, phases and plans with existing buildersMaintain an accurate and current bid boardEstimating & Pricing Assign and prioritize bids based on value and likelihood of winning the workEstablish turnaround expectations for takeoffs and proposalsHold the Estimator accountable for bid deadlinesReview takeoffs, material counts, labor hours and pricing for accuracyMaintain labor units, material pricing, markup and overhead factorsKeep material pricing current with suppliersUpdate open bids when material costs changeCompare estimated versus actual costs on completed jobsAdjust estimating models when jobs miss projected costs or marginsCoach the Estimator on plan reading, plumbing codes, scope gaps and exclusionsConduct weekly one-on-one meetings with the EstimatorAssist directly with estimating when workload requires itProduction & Scheduling Build and manage the master schedule across all active new construction projectsCoordinate underground, rough-in, top-out and trim/final phasesCommunicate with builder superintendents weekly to confirm job readinessBalance crews and workloads across Field ManagersEnsure builder deadlines and scheduled completion dates are metHandle day-to-day challenges including callouts, weather, missing materials and job-site issuesForecast labor needs 30–90 days in advanceCommunicate future hiring needs to the General ManagerVisit active job sites regularlyBe present for initial phases when beginning work with a new builderLead the Field Team Set daily and weekly priorities for Field ManagersConduct weekly production meetingsHold Field Managers accountable for crew productivity, labor hours, quality and job-site conductConduct weekly one-on-one meetings with Field ManagersCoach and develop field leadershipHandle performance reviews and corrective action when necessarySupport hiring, onboarding and training of plumbers and apprenticesHelp create development paths from helper to lead positionsQuality, Code & Safety Ensure plumbing installations meet plans, local plumbing codes and builder requirementsManage permits and inspectionsTrack failed inspections and ensure issues are corrected quicklyManage punch lists, warranty calls and callbacks through resolutionMaintain strong safety expectations throughout the field operationEnforce proper PPE, trenching, ladder and driving practicesEnsure trucks and tools are properly stocked and maintainedJob Cost & Billing Track labor, material and subcontractor costs against each project's original bidIdentify and address cost overruns before jobs closeWrite, price and obtain approval for change orders before additional work is performedConfirm phase completion so billing is submitted on timeAssist with past-due builder balances when necessaryCoordinate material ordering and staging with Purchasing and the warehouseReduce material delays and unnecessary wasteHow Success Will Be Measured New construction revenue versus budgetBid win rate and total bid pipelineBid turnaround timeEstimated versus actual job costsGross margin by job and builderOn-time completion of construction phasesLabor hours versus budgetFirst-time inspection pass rateCallbacks and warranty issuesTimely billing and builder receivablesEmployee retention and staffingSafety performanceWhat We're Looking ForRequired 5+ years of residential or light commercial new construction plumbing experience2+ years of experience leading crews or supervisorsProven experience selling to or managing relationships with builders and general contractorsStrong plan-reading skillsExperience with takeoffs and estimatingStrong understanding of job costingWorking knowledge of local plumbing codesKnowledge of permitting and inspection processesComfortable using estimating software, CRM/bid-board systems, Excel and scheduling toolsValid driver's license with a clean driving recordStrong leadership and communication skillsHighly organized and able to manage multiple active projectsAbility to remain calm under pressure while holding teams accountablePreferred Journeyman or Master Plumber licenseExperience working with production builders across multiple communitiesExperience with job-level profit or P&L accountabilityBackground with a high-volume residential new construction plumbing companyPhysical Requirements Ability to walk active construction sites in varying weather conditionsComfortable working on uneven terrainAbility to climb laddersAbility to access crawlspaces and atticsAbility to kneel, bend and crawl for short periodsWhy This Role Matters The New Construction Manager connects builders, estimating, field operations, purchasing and the office.We're looking for someone who understands that successful new construction isn't just about completing plumbing work — it's about winning profitable jobs, planning them correctly, keeping crews productive, meeting builder schedules, passing inspections and protecting margins from bid through completion.If you have a strong background in new construction plumbing and are ready to take ownership of a growing operation, we want to hear from you.Apply today to join PF Plumbing.Compensation details: 65000-70000 Yearly SalaryPI2b9f18dcd932-25405-41673268