Construction Manager I

Starlight Homes • Dade City, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Starlight Homes, founded in 2017, specializes in building homes for first-time homebuyers, aiming to make homeownership accessible and affordable. As part of Ashton Woods, a 2023 Builder of the Year, Starlight Homes has helped over 60,000 people find their new homes. The company values innovation and adaptability, driven by core principles of Unwavering Integrity, Trail Blazing, Bold Action, Collective Compassion, and Unconditional Respect. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Ashton Woods operates in numerous major cities across the US. The Construction Manager I role is crucial for overseeing residential construction projects, ensuring they adhere to company standards, policies, and building codes. This position is responsible for delivering projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, meeting customer expectations. The role typically involves communities with consistent structural and design elements, aligning construction volume with market demand.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage residential construction activities to meet established critical paths and cycle time requirements.
• Ensure all homes achieve 100% completion by the scheduled Homeowner Orientation date.
• Provide clear and consistent weekly construction status updates to the sales team.
• Conduct and document all customer-facing appointments through post-closing in accordance with company protocols.
• Ensure all trade partners fully understand and adhere to approved scopes of work, construction schedules, specifications, and quality standards.
• Address and resolve contractor conflicts promptly, fairly, and professionally.
• Evaluate trade partner performance and provide regular, constructive feedback.
• Encourage and collect feedback from trade partners to support continuous improvement in processes and construction methods.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites across assigned communities.
• Strictly enforce all safety policies, job site rules, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure proper implementation and maintenance of erosion control measures and land development features.
• Manage construction activities in alignment with approved budgets.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend cost-saving initiatives when appropriate.
• Accurately 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 non-contract work.
• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level