Area Construction Manager

Trumark Companies•San Luis Obispo, CA

19h•$125,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Area Construction Manager (ACM) is a process-driven individual who manages Field Personnel that are assigned to communities within a specified geographic area, and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these residential homes. The ACM will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Trumark’s policies and all applicable laws as well as manage the activities of construction projects of considerable complexity and diversity. Work includes reviewing designs, plans, specifications, contract documents, resolving construction contract disputes and rendering final inspection and approval of completed construction work.

Requirements

Minimum Undergraduate Degree from accredited College or University
Homebuilding experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
Effective communication skills (Written & Verbal)
Customer service oriented with ability to succeed in a team environment
Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently
Excellent organization skills
Ability to read and understand contract documents and have a working knowledge of applicable contract laws and principles
Read and understand plans, related construction documents, technical information, and specifications
Demonstrated leadership ability

Responsibilities

Interview, hire, train, and supervise Construction Personnel: plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance and plan compensation actions accordingly; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems
Provide developmental opportunities and create opportunities for employee growth by identifying internal and external training opportunities.
Provide continuous coaching regarding functional and leadership standards (technical skills and behaviors)
Lead efforts of staff and Trade Partners to achieve Division and Operations Department objectives and business measurement goals
Ensure appropriate staffing to meet Department needs
Utilize recruiting and selection tools and processes to build organizational talent
Delegate work according to employee abilities and skills
Provide continuous coaching regarding functional and leadership standards (technical skills and behaviors)
Thorough understanding of office staff procedures to support the residential construction process
Manage daily job progress and adherence to the scheduling process; coach the onsite construction team to ensure on-time home delivery; review completion of work per the construction schedule to ensure production goals are achieved; continually strive to improve construction cycle times by monitoring production performance and identifying improvement opportunities
Work with Director of Construction and team to establish the construction schedules in keeping with Divisional benchmark schedule guidelines
Thorough understanding of Field Warranty Operations
Resolve escalated problems with Subcontractors
Responsible for the profitability of the homes being built in their communities by managing all Indirect and Variance Costs
Interface with all municipal governing bodies, public utilities, and industry associations and work with the Project Managers to obtain these objectives
Ensure that assigned communities meet safety standards in accordance with OSHA and state regulations
Oversee the work of Construction Managers to ensure quality construction; verify that all homes are constructed to contract, specifications, and architectural details; assure that all work marked 'complete' is fully acceptable to Trumark's definition of 100% complete; visit jobsites regularly to spot check quality and policy performance.
Manage SWPPP programs and policies
Collaborate with Purchasing, Operations, Sales, Warranty, and Land Development to achieve Divisional objectives
Review architectural designs and plans, ensuring compliance with local, state, and national building codes, life safety codes, ADA regulations, and zoning regulations