Construction Manager I

About the role

Ashton Woods is a leading homebuilder with two award-winning brands: Ashton Woods, which designs thoughtfully curated homes for design enthusiasts, and Starlight Homes, which offers affordable, quality homes for first-time buyers. The company is recognized for innovation, excellence in design, and a commitment to customer service, operating in markets across the United States. The Construction Manager I plays a key role in overseeing residential construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Construction Scheduling & Delivery
  • Plan, schedule, and manage residential construction activities to meet critical paths and cycle time requirements.
  • Ensure all homes achieve 100% completion by the scheduled Homeowner Orientation date.
  • Provide weekly construction status updates to the sales team.
  • Conduct and document all customer-facing appointments through post-closing in accordance with company protocols.
• Contractor and Trade Management
  • Ensure trade partners understand and adhere to approved scopes of work, schedules, specifications, and quality standards.
  • Address and resolve contractor conflicts promptly and professionally.
  • Evaluate trade partner performance and provide regular feedback.
  • Collect feedback from trade partners to support continuous improvement in processes and construction methods.
• Job Site and Community Management
  • Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites across assigned communities.
  • Strictly enforce safety policies, job site rules, and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure proper implementation and maintenance of erosion control measures and land development features.
• Construction Cost and Material Control
  • Manage construction activities in alignment with approved budgets.
  • Identify, evaluate, and recommend cost-saving initiatives when appropriate.
  • Document cost variances, determine root causes, and implement corrective measures.
  • Verify material deliveries for accuracy, quality, and quantity, and ensure secure storage.
  • Resolve invoice and payment discrepancies in coordination with internal departments and vendor partners.
  • Comply with all company authorization and payment procedures for contract and noncontract work.
• Quality Management
  • Ensure all construction activities comply with established company quality standards and best practices.
  • Review construction plans for accuracy and coordinate revisions through appropriate channels.
  • Conduct daily site walks and required quality control inspections.
  • Proactively communicate construction, customer service, or safety concerns to leadership with recommended solutions.
• Customer & Internal Communication
  • Communicate regularly with home buyers to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinate with Sales, Purchasing, and support seamless operations.
  • Provide weekly updates to Sales regarding the status of homes under construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or equivalent professional experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Two to five (2–5) years of residential construction experience, preferably with a production homebuilder.
• Proven ability to perform effectively in high-volume environments.
• Strong work ethic, sound decision-making skills, adaptability, and collaborative mindset.
• Demonstrated alignment with company values, culture, and long-term growth objectives.

Professional Knowledge and Expectations

• Maintain current knowledge of applicable national and local building codes.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Maintain working knowledge of internal systems, policies, and interdepartmental procedures.
• Complete all required Construction Manager (I), technical, and leadership training programs.
• Demonstrate proficiency using Mac OS, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and construction-related software platforms.
• Complete all required reports, documentation, and records accurately and within established timeframes.
• Conduct weekly coordination meetings with Community Sales Team in accordance with company standards.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and ethical behavior at all times.
• Maintain effective personal time management and organizational practices.
• Assume full responsibility for all homes under construction within assigned communities.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to work on active residential construction sites, including walking on uneven surfaces and navigating typical job site conditions.
• Ability to frequently walk and stand for extended periods and move throughout multi-level structures, including ascending and descending stairs and ladders as required.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing 50 pounds or more, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, maintain a valid and active driver’s license, and travel between job sites, offices, and assigned communities as required.
• This role is performed primarily in the field with regular exposure to outdoor conditions, construction noise, dust, and varying weather conditions, with occasional office-based responsibilities.
• Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, in accordance with applicable laws.