Construction Manager

PulteGroup•Riverview, FL

25d

About The Position

The Construction Manager oversees residential construction activities, including trade partner performance, project schedules, workmanship, safety, budgets, and customer communications. The role ensures homes are completed on schedule, contract obligations and safety protocols are met, and work complies with applicable plans, specifications, building codes, and company standards. The Construction Manager works with sales and internal teams to address customer needs and improve construction processes. This is a Career Level P2 position. The role typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and 2–4 years of relevant experience.

Requirements

Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and 2–4 years of prior relevant experience.
Ability to manage construction processes in a high-production environment.
Ability to direct and manage trade performance.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in reading blueprints.
General knowledge of municipal permitting and regulations.
General knowledge of building codes.
Comprehensive knowledge of construction-related scheduling software.
Basic computer literacy.
Dedicated commitment to customer satisfaction.
Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget.
Valid driver's license; driving is an essential function of the position.
Ability to sit, stand, drive, and move; exert minimal force up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds to carry, lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects; climb ladders, scaffolding, and other means to reach and observe building areas; and work in heat, rain, cold, and other weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Oversee scheduling and supervision of daily trade partner activities and evaluate the quality and efficiency of their work.
Review construction drawings and request modifications when plan errors or conflicts arise.
Evaluate and update project schedules and resources as project needs change to ensure timely completion.
Ensure each home is completed on schedule and that contract obligations and safety protocols are satisfied.
Stop work that is unsatisfactory or noncompliant with plans, specifications, or applicable codes.
Manage the customer experience throughout construction, including regular progress communications and resolving concerns.
Work with Community Sales personnel to manage community performance and customer activities.
Conduct daily inspections to verify compliance with state, federal, and company safety standards and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan standards; take action to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
Negotiate, create, and authorize field purchase orders for materials and labor as needed.
Inspect trade partner workmanship and product quality to ensure completion on time and within the defined scope of work.
Authorize payment to trade partners when required standards are met.
Collaborate with Product Development, Process Improvement, Resource Planning, and Purchasing teams on plan quality, schedule adherence, trade performance, and budget challenges.
Ensure trade partner work complies with local, state, and federal building codes and company workmanship standards.
Participate in trade partner recruiting and vetting.
Perform other duties as assigned.