Builder

Clayton Homes • Birmingham, AL

23h

About The Position

The Builder ensures homes are built with care and to required specifications while providing an exceptional customer experience. The role communicates with trade partners, team members, agents, municipalities, and homeowners throughout each home's construction, aiming to leave a positive impression with every interaction. The Builder reports to the Production Area Manager for the designated area. The position involves occasional travel to other divisional locations and work in non-temperature-controlled environments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to two or more years overseeing homes from foundation through closing; relevant experience may be applicable in combination with building experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to prioritize and strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail, a high level of accuracy, and strong follow-up and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently with a strong work ethic, self-motivation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook.
• Ability to learn new software and systems quickly.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to remain professional and composed during conflicts, inspections, delays, and homeowner concerns; communicate expectations clearly, address issues early, collaborate effectively, and take ownership of job-level results.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance, work in non-temperature-controlled environments, and stand for long periods.

Nice To Haves

• Construction coursework or trade training.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate vendors, trade partners, inspectors, and others involved in new-home construction to maintain scheduled baselines.
• Maintain a clean and safe jobsite and work environment.
• Maintain required Best Management Practices for each supervised home and community.
• Assist with permitting individual jobs as needed.
• Review and approve purchase orders for completed work and ordered materials.
• Communicate with each customer by telephone at least once per week, with the sales agent present.
• Oversee completion of the Verification of Completion List.
• Meet customers onsite for walkthroughs and other meetings when needed.
• Participate in weekly team meetings.
• Assist in recruiting trade partners.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adhere to and enforce OSHA requirements on the jobsite.

Benefits

• Flexible choice of health, dental, and vision benefits for full-time team members.
• Competitive 401(k) program with investment options and company matching for full-time and part-time employees after one year.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Paid time for team members to volunteer through the Harris Doyle Impact program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED