The Specialized Recruiting Group is hiring a Residential Construction Manager for a homebuilder client of ours in Charlotte, NC. Please see the full job description below and apply if interested:
Job Description
The Construction manager position is a leadership role focused on managing all field activities and reporting for the construction of homes within a community. The position's primary responsibilities revolve around ensuring that all tasks related to construction, customer satisfaction, safety, scheduling, quality assurance, and cost management are carried out efficiently and in accordance with Shea Homes' standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Customer Satisfaction:
- Maintain proactive communication with customers.
- Resolve customer issues in a timely manner.
- Regularly review surveys and reports to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Scheduling:
- Update and maintain daily construction schedules for assigned homes.
- Hold trades and suppliers accountable to the construction schedule.
- Coordinate with team members to ensure homes are ready for each trade.
Quality Assurance:
- Walk through every room of each house daily to ensure quality standards.
- Complete milestone Quality Performance Reviews (QPRs) and ensure corrective actions are followed through.
- Ensure homes are delivered defect-free by the time of the final QPR.
Options Management:
- Update the options book daily and ensure it reflects the correct selections.
- Verify options with homeowners during meetings.
- Ensure options are properly installed by trades and confirm during walkthroughs.
Safety and Site Management:
- Promote and enforce the Shea Homes safety program.
- Conduct weekly site safety audits and address noncompliant activities immediately.
- Ensure OSHA compliance, including tailgate safety meetings and proper documentation.
- Ensure homes are clean and free of debris at the end of each day.
Trade Management:
- Ensure complete understanding of the scope of work before construction begins.
- Manage purchase orders and extra purchase orders (EPOs).
- Maintain positive relationships with government agencies and inspectors.
- Communicate daily with trade foremen and workers on-site.
Cost Management:
- Use Enterprise 1 for work outside the scope of work, including back-charge processes.
- Be aware of potential litigation deficiencies and ensure proper construction practices are followed.
Skills and Experience Requirements:
- A minimum of a high school diploma (BA/BS degree preferred).
- Experience in managing home construction, either as an Assistant Field Manager or similar role.
- Ability to schedule and track construction progress efficiently.
- Knowledge of Shea Homes' policies and procedures.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage a team, enforce safety protocols, and mentor Assistant Field Managers.
- Multilingual skills