Construction Manager

Job Summary The Construction Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing the construction of homes in the assigned community(s) to ensure cost, schedule, and quality standards are met. The role involves onsite attendance five days per week at our jobsites located in Kearny, New Jersey and surrounding areas. Primary Job Responsibilities Oversee the scheduling and supervision of daily trade partner activities and evaluate the quality and efficiency of their work. Review and request modifications to construction drawings when plan errors or conflicts arise. Evaluate project schedules and update and determine appropriate modifications to project schedules and resources to reflect the project's needs as they arise to ensure timely completion. Take action to make sure each home is complete on schedule and ensure all contract obligations and safety protocols are satisfied. Stop any work that is not satisfactory or noncompliant with plans, specifications, or applicable code. Manage the customer experience throughout the entire construction process, including regular communications to keep customers informed of progress, and negotiate solutions to address concerns. Interact with Community Sales personnel to manage community performance and customer activities. Complete daily inspections to ensure job sites adhere to state, federal, and company safety and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan standards. Take immediate action, including adjusting the construction process or shutting down work if necessary, to achieve a safe working environment and comply with requirements. Negotiate, create, and authorize field purchase orders for materials and labor resources as needed. Inspect and determine whether trade partner workmanship and product quality are completed on time and within the defined scope of work. Authorize payment to trade partners when all standards are met. Collaborate with the Product Development, Process Improvement, Resource Planning, and Purchasing teams to address areas of improvement on plan quality, schedule adherence, trade performance, and budgetary challenges. Evaluate the work of trade partners to ensure work complies with local, state, and federal building code requirements and company standards of workmanship. Participate in trade partner recruiting and vetting. Other duties as assigned. Management Responsibilities Delegate work according to employees’ abilities and skills. Provide input to employees’ performance evaluations. Assist in the identification of internal and external training opportunities. Provide continuous coaching with regard to functional and leadership standards (technical skills and behaviors). Scope / Decision Impact Community, Division Department Responsibility: Single Community.Budgetary Responsibility: Yes – House Budget Adherence: Yes.Direct Reports: No. Indirect Reports: Yes. Physical Requirements Position involves sitting, standing, driving, and/or movement, the ability to exert a minimal force of up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds to carry, lift, push, pull, and otherwise move objects. Must be able to climb ladders, scaffolding, and other means to reach and observe all areas of the building. Ability to work in various weather conditions – heat, rain, cold, etc. Required Education / Experience Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum 1-2 years of construction experience or equivalent. Licensing / Certifications Valid driver’s license as driving is an essential function of this position. Required Skills / Knowledge Ability to manage construction processes in a high-production environment. Ability to direct and manage trade performance. Good verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in reading blueprints. General knowledge of municipal permitting and regulations. General knowledge of building codes. Comprehensive knowledge of construction-related scheduling software. Basic computer literacy. Dedicated commitment to customer satisfaction. Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget. Pay Information $87,000 – $105,000 annually. Hired applicant will be eligible to receive bonuses. In addition to up to 9 paid company holidays per year, employees are eligible for up to 6 days of sick pay. Employees with less than 10 years of service can accrue up to 17 PTO days per year (and up to 22 PTO days per year upon 10 or more years of service). Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Plan. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Company-paid disability and basic life insurance. Parental leave. Voluntary insurance coverage options including critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity. Employee Assistance Program. Tuition reimbursement (as applicable). State‑required benefits such as paid family and medical leave insurance and/or paid sick time as applicable. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will provide a reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability that will enable the individual to have an equal opportunity to participate in the application process and to be considered for a job. e‑Verify Participation This Organization participates in e‑Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr