Construction Manager

Construction Manager

We are looking for experienced residential Construction Managers to join our team for upcoming projects in Northern California. Fulltime, benefited role; auto allowance, paid holidays, generous PTO, and more.

Under limited supervision, the Construction Manager manages building related activities and resources for a project to ensure production projections are accurate and houses are completed on schedule and to Company's quality standards. Manages all resources, including subcontractors and employees, to ensure timely completion of project. Completes final quality inspections and walk-through of completed home with homeowner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for managing all phases of assigned project for successful outcomes. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manages building related activities/resources to ensure production projections are accurate and houses are completed on time, to quality standards, and within budget. Manages all resources including Assistant Construction Manager and subcontractors.
• Supervises and manages assigned Assistant Construction Managers. Meets with other Construction Manager(s) or Assistant Construction Managers to coordinate schedule to ensure coverage.
• Schedules and directs subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures. Monitors the progress of subcontractors. Unlocks houses for subcontractors and ensures subcontractors have latest options and diagrams. Instrumental in resolving issues. Approves subcontractors' invoices.
• Obtains permits, plots, and plans for inspections. Responsible for walking with inspectors and ensuring inspections are complete. Coordinates with subcontractors to correct noted items.
• Interprets specifications and coordinates various phases of construction. As necessary, refines schedules to minimize delays caused by weather, material, and labor shortages, etc. Inspects work in progress and completed work to ensure that work meets specifications.
• Responsible for job site safety; conducts regular safety trainings, ensures worksite and subcontractors meet safety requirements. Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
• Coordinates with purchasing department regarding budgets of subcontractors.
• Regularly meets with internal departments to discuss and resolve issues with homeowners, inspectors, and government entities.
• May assist in materials ordering and scheduling of subcontractors, from excavation to completion in a timely manner. Reviews schedules to minimize delays caused by weather, vandalism, material and manpower shortages.
• Ensures timely completion of project.

Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements:

Minimum Education and/or Experience:

• High School (GED) plus a minimum of four (4) years direct experience in the homebuilding industry.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and plans.
• Must have experience analyzing and understanding local and national building codes.
• Experience in project management and builder software (Buildpro, Procore, or similar).

Certificates, Licenses, and/or Experience:

• Valid Drivers' License, personal vehicle and vehicle insurance required.
• OSHA-30 – required within 120 days of hire.
• CPR/First Aid – required within 90 days of hire.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position provides overall supervision of all job-site personnel including subcontractors, vendors, and self-perform crews. Responsibilities include directing daily field operations, managing subcontractor performance and manpower, enforcing safety protocols and quality standards, coordinating trade sequencing, and maintaining accountability across all phases of construction. Works with the Project Manager, reports to the Area Manager, and serves as the primary on-site authority.

Supervisory responsibilities will be carried out in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities):

Productivity: Meets productivity standards; strives to increase productivity without sacrificing quality and safety.

Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solutions.

Quality: Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Customer Service: Responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; meets commitments

Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification

Teamwork: Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; supports others' efforts to succeed.

Ethics: Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

Diversity: Promotes a harassment-free environment; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.

Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration.

Safety: Observes safety procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Analytical: Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; designs work flows and procedures

Project Management: Coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget.

Technical Skills: Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; presents numerical data effectively.

Cost Consciousness: Uses the Company's funds and resources appropriately; recommends cost-saving processes.

Judgment: Makes timely decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

Motivation: Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence.

Planning/Organizing: Manages time and prioritizes work to meet deadlines; able to multi-task with numerous interruptions.

Innovation: Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; develops innovative ideas.

Mathematical Skills:

Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Able to compute rate, ratio, and percent. Able to interpret bar graphs and pie charts.

Language Skills:

Read/Analyze/Interpret: Able to read, analyze, and interpret routine instructions, correspondence, policies, and procedures.

Write: Able to write routine reports, correspondence, and e-mails.

Speak: Able to effectively present information and respond to questions in one-on-one, small, and large group situations of customers, clients, and employees of the organization.

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook

Outlook: Open and reply to e-mails, open folders, set and reply to calendar appointments.

Word Skills: Open document, change font, copy text, create columns check spelling, change margin, align text, set tabs

Physical Demands:

Lifting/Carrying:

Under 10 lbs = Occasional (up to 33% of time)

Up to 25 lbs = Occasional (up to 33% of time)

Up to 50 lbs = Rarely (less than 1 hour per week)

Pushing/Pulling:

Under 25 lbs = Occasional (up to 33% of time)

Driving:

Automatic Transmission – Frequent (up to 66% of time) includes driving to lots under construction and homeowners houses.

Twisting/Turning:

Reach over shoulder = Occasional (up to 33% of time)

Reach outward = Occasional (up to 33% of time)

Climb = Occasional (up to 33% of time) includes stairs in homes

Crawl = Rarely (less than 1 hour per week)

Kneel = Rarely (less than 1 hour per week)

Squat = Rarely (less than 1 hour per week)

Sit = Occasional (up to 33% of time)

Walk – Normal Surfaces = Occasional (up to 33% of time)

Walk – Uneven Surfaces = Frequent (up to 66% of time) includes walking in dirt of unfinished lots and homes under construction