Superintendent/Construction Manager
About the Company
KB Home is one of America's largest and most trusted homebuilders, with nearly 700,000 quality homes built over more than 65 years. Operating across 21 divisions in 9 states, we create places where families can make a lifetime of memories. Our foundation is our people, fostering genuine relationships with customers throughout their homebuying journey. Our shared culture of customer obsession drives our mission to make homeownership attainable for all.
About the Role
KB Home is looking for a dynamic and experienced Superintendent/Construction Manager to lead the entire homebuilding process from groundbreaking to final close within an assigned community. In this role, you will ensure maximum profitability, foster strong relationships with trade partners, inspectors, and homebuyers, and uphold the highest standards of quality assurance and customer satisfaction throughout the construction of new homes.
Responsibilities
- Plan and direct KB staff and trade partners in constructing quality homes, adhering to the KB Edge business model.
- Manage milestone reports and ensure homes are completed per schedule.
- Schedule and monitor trade partners, ensuring compliance with company policies and safety regulations.
- Approve purchase orders and invoices, maintaining quality and timely completion of work.
- Maintain subdivision cleanliness and hold trade partners accountable for daily clean-up.
- Collaborate with Architecture, Sales, Studio, Purchasing, and other internal departments to ensure timely, quality construction.
- Strive for superior customer service and ensure all home deliveries are 100% complete and signed off by the homebuyer.
- Resolve customer or construction concerns, conduct orientations with buyers, and work closely with the salesforce to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintain a safe work site by enforcing good housekeeping regulations and safety requirements.
- Facilitate weekly safety meetings, complete Quality Checkpoints, and provide daily status updates on construction progress.
- Work with NHQ certified trade partners, drive the permit and inspection sign-off process, and interact with various inspectors.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Construction Management vocational degree or certificate preferred.
- Minimum one year as a Construction Manager or Superintendent in the homebuilding industry.
- 2-5 years of construction experience with a production homebuilder preferred.
- Strong customer service, leadership, and people skills.
- Action-oriented with a drive to push projects to successful closure.
- Proven ability to be customer-centric by seeking solutions from the customer’s perspective.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to take complex concepts and communicate them accurately and persuasively.
- Ability to work within a team-setting, inclusive of others’ ideas, and a willingness to cooperate.
- Quick and accurate decision-making based on facts, data, and metrics.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to work full-time with flexibility for overtime and the “On-Call” program when needed.
- Valid driver's license required to drive/travel as needed within designated region between communities.
- Ability to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
- Ability to move about work location.
- Ability to drive/travel as needed.
- Ability to walk up and down stairs.
- Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information so others will understand.
- Ability to transport and move up to 20 lbs.
- Periodically works in outdoor weather conditions.
- Conduct business professionally and ethically.
This position is located in the field at a community within the division. Location is to be determined.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay.
- Bonuses or role-specific awards.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Employee wellness program.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
About KB Home Culture
Join us and become part of a team where innovation, sustainability, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction drive everything we do — and where people truly matter. As a KB Home Team Member, you’ll experience:
- A culture defined by customer obsession and collaboration.
- The satisfaction of helping families achieve their dream of homeownership.
- Opportunities for growth and development within a nationally recognized company.