Construction Area Manager - Southwest Virginia

D.R. Horton•Verona, VA

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Construction Area Manager. The right candidate will supervise a group of General Superintendents, Superintendents and/or Project Managers assigned to communities in a designated area regarding construction field-related activities. Implement all company policies and procedures throughout the entire construction process. Update reports and ensure quality control in the houses built.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Seven years of related experience and/or training
Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
High degree of construction knowledge and management skills
Ability to read, understand and interpret construction documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedules
General knowledge of municipal permitting, regulations and building codes
Ability to converse with customers, all levels of management and personnel
Superb interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction
Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget
Ability to utilize DRH Construction applications on a smart phone, tablet, or laptop
Proficiency with MS Office and email
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred
Work effectively in a high pressure and high production environment
English/Spanish bilingual skills a plus

Responsibilities

Plan and direct construction activities in the field either directly or through utilizing Project Managers, General Superintendents and Superintendents
Set build times on each plan and provide schedules to meet the build times
Maintain responsibility for the profitability of the homes being built in assigned communities and manage all cost by reviewing field purchase orders
Maintain total involvement with training, communication and development of Project Managers, General Superintendents, Superintendents and field personnel
Oversee field operations, production times and ensure quality control so the homes built meet company standards and are ready for homeowner orientation/occupancy
Ensure all homes in construction area are constructed to contract, specification and detail and all work invoiced is fully acceptable to company specifications and is 100%25 complete
Ensure assigned communities meet all safety standards in accordance with OSHA and state regulations
Visit job sites to check quality and policy enforcement
Interface, when necessary, with public agencies, municipal governing bodies, public utilities and industry associations in obtaining permits and approvals
Assist other Construction Area Managers
Handle escalated problems with subcontractors
Respond to unsatisfactory survey cards for construction and customer service to direct quality improvement efforts
Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Ability to travel overnight