Construction Manager - Southeast VA Territory

D.R. Horton•Midlothian, VA

5d•$85,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., is seeking a Construction Manager to manage and oversee all construction field-related activities to ensure cost, schedule, and quality standards are met. This role is responsible for establishing construction scheduling, field policies and procedures, and ensuring the overall community job sites are safe and well-maintained. The Construction Manager will continually interface with all departments to achieve division goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Ten years 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

Recruit, actively communicate, and train field personnel regarding construction processes, safety, quality requirements, company policies, and procedures.
Schedule and direct tasks necessary for all phases of construction.
Manage and supervise construction activities either directly or through utilizing Construction Area Managers, Project Managers, General Superintendents, and Superintendents.
Ensure the Construction Department meets all safety standards in accordance with OSHA and state regulations.
Oversee field operations, production times, and ensure quality control so that homes built meet company standards and are ready for homeowner orientation/occupancy.
Set build times on each plan and provide schedules to meet the build times.
Review all architectural plans prior to the first build at each community and grant final approval on all architectural changes.
Take immediate action, including adjusting the construction process or shutting down work, if necessary, to achieve a safe working environment and comply with requirements.
Evaluate community schedules to update and determine appropriate modifications to schedules and resources to reflect community needs as they arise to ensure timely completion.
Interface, when necessary, with public agencies, municipal governing bodies, public utilities, and industry associations in obtaining permits and approvals.
Visit job sites to check quality and policy enforcement.
Review performance of all trade partners.
Review survey cards for construction and customer service to direct quality improvement efforts.
Develop and control the departmental overhead budget.
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.