Multifamily-Construction Director - Las Vegas

Taleo Social Sourcing•Henderson, NV

22h•Onsite

About The Position

DHI Communities, a multifamily development division of D.R. Horton, Inc., is seeking a Multifamily-Construction Director for its Las Vegas region. This role is responsible for all regional construction activity, including oversight of project management and field personnel, and leading interaction with Development, Design, Purchasing, and Property Management. D.R. Horton, Inc. is the largest homebuilder in the U.S., founded in 1978, and is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. The company focuses on constructing and selling high-quality homes for the entry-level and first-time move-up markets, and also provides mortgage financing and title services through its subsidiaries.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Seven years or more of related construction experience
Must have a vehicle and valid driver’s license
Possess basic knowledge of budgeting and financial matters
Proficiency with MS Office and email
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs
Regular exposure to outside weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Administration or related field is preferred
Demonstrated problem solving skills by using persistence and ability to overcome obstacles
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions

Responsibilities

Supervise all regional construction personnel and activity
Ensure all construction is performed according to code, drawings, contracted scope & specifications
Assist in recruiting, hiring, training and retention of project management and field personnel
Mitigate cost risk by providing estimates during land acquisition due diligence and pre-construction
Review drawings to optimize design and suggest value engineering opportunities
Advise Project Managers in bidding, buy-out, and subcontractor selections
Collaborate with Purchasing for optimal approach to estimating, bidding, buy-out to maximize profit
Oversee Project Managers in ongoing budget maintenance including formal monthly budget review
Advise Project Managers regarding supplementing or replacing non-performing subcontractors
Interact with Scheduling Team and Project Managers to create reasonable and accurate baseline schedules, then monitor and drive performance to minimize construction timelines
Visit construction sites regularly to evaluate overall construction performance
Ensure compliance with expectations on Quality Control, Safety, SWPPP, and FHA/ADA guidelines
Ensure smooth and timely turn-over of units and amenities to Property Management
Evaluate and approve change orders as needed
Handle escalated issues in design, field execution, and subcontractor performance
Define contract scopes to ensure completeness and accuracy
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