Construction Manager

About the Role

We are looking for experienced residential Construction Managers to join our team for upcoming projects in Northern California. This is a full-time, benefited role under limited supervision. The Construction Manager manages building-related activities and resources to ensure production projections are accurate and houses are completed on schedule and to the Company’s quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of assigned projects to ensure successful outcomes, including timeliness, quality, and budget adherence.
• Oversee building-related activities and resources, including Assistant Construction Managers and subcontractors.
• Supervise and manage Assistant Construction Managers; coordinate schedules with other Construction Managers for coverage.
• Schedule and direct subcontractors, monitor progress, and resolve issues; approve subcontractor invoices.
• Unlock houses for subcontractors and ensure they have the latest options and diagrams.
• Obtain permits, plots, and plans for inspections; walk with inspectors and coordinate corrections with subcontractors.
• Interpret specifications, refine schedules to minimize delays (e.g., weather, material shortages), and inspect work in progress.
• Ensure job site safety: conduct regular safety trainings, enforce safety requirements, and maintain a safe working environment.
• Coordinate with the purchasing department regarding subcontractor budgets.
• Meet with internal departments to resolve issues involving homeowners, inspectors, and government entities.
• Assist in materials ordering and scheduling subcontractors from excavation to completion.
• Review schedules to minimize delays caused by weather, vandalism, material, or manpower shortages.
• Ensure timely project completion and conduct final quality inspections and walk-throughs with homeowners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED plus a minimum of four (4) years of direct experience in the homebuilding industry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and plans.
• Experience analyzing and understanding local and national building codes.
• Experience with project management and builder software (e.g., Buildpro, Procore, or similar).
• Valid Driver’s License, personal vehicle, and vehicle insurance required.
• OSHA-30 certification required within 120 days of hire.
• CPR/First Aid certification 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 and managing subcontractor performance and manpower.
• Enforcing safety protocols and quality standards.
• Coordinating trade sequencing and maintaining accountability across all construction phases.
• Interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints; and resolving problems in accordance with Company policies.

Reports to the Area Manager and serves as the primary on-site authority.

Qualifications

• 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 feedback to improve service; meets commitments.
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively; listens and seeks clarification.
• Teamwork: Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; supports others’ efforts.
• Ethics: Treats people with respect; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Diversity: Promotes a harassment-free environment; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
• Professionalism: Approaches others tactfully; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect.
• Safety: Observes safety procedures; reports unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Analytical: Synthesizes complex information; collects and researches data; designs workflows.
• Project Management: Coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and within 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 Company funds and resources appropriately; recommends cost-saving processes.
• Judgment: Makes timely decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Motivation: Demonstrates persistence; measures self against standards of excellence.
• Planning/Organizing: Manages time and prioritizes work; multi-tasks with interruptions.
• Innovation: Displays original thinking; meets challenges with resourcefulness; develops innovative ideas.

Skills

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic arithmetic, compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs and pie charts.
• Language Skills:
  • Read, analyze, and interpret routine instructions, correspondence, policies, and procedures.
  • Write routine reports, correspondence, and emails.
  • Effectively present information and respond to questions in one-on-one, small, and large group settings.
• Computer Skills:
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Outlook: Open and reply to emails, manage folders, set and reply to calendar appointments.
  • Word: Open documents, change font, copy text, create columns, check spelling, adjust margins, 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), including driving to construction sites and homeowners' houses.
• Twisting/Turning/Climbing:
  • Reach over shoulder: Occasional (up to 33% of time).
  • Reach outward: Occasional (up to 33% of time).
  • Climb (e.g., stairs in homes): Occasional (up to 33% of time).
  • Crawl, kneel, squat: Rarely (less than 1 hour per week).
• Postures:
  • Sit: Occasional (up to 33% of time).
  • Walk – Normal Surfaces: Occasional (up to 33% of time).
  • Walk – Uneven Surfaces (e.g., dirt of unfinished lots): Frequent (up to 66% of time).
  • Walk – Slippery Surfaces: Rarely (less than 1 hour per week).
  • Stand: Frequent (up to 66% of time).
  • Bend: Rarely (less than 1 hour per week).
• Other:
  • Keyboard/Ten Key: Occasional (up to 33% of time).
  • Fingering (fine dexterity), handling (grasping, holding): Rarely (less than 1 hour per week).
  • Repetitive motion – Hands: Occasional (up to 33% of time).
  • Repetitive motion – Feet: Rarely (less than 1 hour per week).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

• Frequent outdoor weather conditions; occasional office environment.
• Moderate to loud noise levels associated with a construction environment.

Pay

Salary range: $85,000 – $110,000, based on direct experience.

Benefits

• Full-time, benefited role.
• Auto allowance.
• Paid holidays.
• Generous PTO.