Construction Manager

*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Construction Manager . The right candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing all construction field-related activities to ensure cost, schedule and quality standards are met. Responsible for establishing the construction scheduling, field policies and procedures, and the overall community job sites for safety and appearance. Continually interfaces with all departments to achieve division goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Recruit, actively communicate train field personnel regarding construction processes, safety, quality requirements, company policies and procedures
• Schedule and direct tasks necessary for all phases of construction
• Manage and supervise construction activities either directly or through utilizing the Construction Area Managers, Project Managers, General Superintendents and Superintendents
• Ensure the Construction Department is meeting all safety standards in accordance with OSHA and state regulations
• Oversee field operations, production times and ensure quality control so the homes built meet company standards and are ready for homeowner orientation/occupancy
• Set build times on each plan and provide schedules to meet the build times
• Review all architectural plans prior to first time build at each community. Grant final approval on all architectural changes
• Take immediate action, including adjusting the construction process or shutting down work, if necessary, to achieve a safe working environment and comply with requirements
• Evaluate community schedules to update and determine appropriate modifications to schedules and resources to reflect community’s needs as they arise to ensure timely completion
• Interface, when necessary, with public agencies, municipal governing bodies, public utilities and industry associations in obtaining permits and approvals
• Visit job sites to check quality and policy enforcement
• Review performance of all trade partners
• Review survey cards for construction and customer service to direct quality improvement efforts
• Develop and control the departmental overhead budget
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Ability to travel overnight

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises 2 or more employees

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Ten years related experience and/or training

• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license

• High degree of construction knowledge and management skills

• Ability to read, understand and interpret construction documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedules

• General knowledge of municipal permitting, regulations and building codes

• Ability to converse with customers, all levels of management and personnel

• Superb interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction

• Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget

• Ability to utilize DRH Construction applications on a smart phone, tablet, or laptop

• Proficiency with MS Office and email

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred
• Work effectively in a high pressure and high production environment
• English/Spanish bilingual skills a plus

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits*//*

/Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo/

Job: * Construction

Organization: * Home Builder

Title: Construction Manager

Location: Kansas-Overland Park

Requisition ID: 2603322