Multifamily Field Executive - Charleston
About The Position
The Multifamily Field Executive for Samet Corporation in Charleston provides executive-level leadership for multiple large-scale multifamily construction projects and regional field teams. The role sets standards for safety, quality, and client satisfaction and serves as the highest level of field leadership on multifamily developments. It provides strategic oversight to senior superintendents and project teams, drives innovation across multifamily field operations, and serves as the primary interface with multifamily clients and project stakeholders. The position oversees multiple complex projects and field teams, guides workforce development and succession planning, partners with preconstruction, project management, business development, and regional leadership, and establishes multifamily field standards, best practices, and performance metrics. It leads quality and safety programs, complex problem-solving and crisis management, and supports business development and client relationships. The role involves regular travel between project sites as well as office work for planning, coordination, and administration. The position requires extensive multifamily construction field experience, leadership of large field teams, expertise in construction methods and technologies, and the ability to manage project delivery, safety, quality, schedules, resources, and stakeholder relationships. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, although equivalent education and extensive multifamily construction experience will be considered. A valid driver's license and OSHA 30-Hour certification are required. Additional professional certifications are preferred.
Requirements
- 12–18 years of progressive experience in commercial or multifamily construction field operations, including 5–7+ years in a senior superintendent or field management leadership role on multifamily projects.
- Proven experience managing multiple large-scale, complex multifamily construction projects valued at $20 million or more simultaneously.
- Experience with multiple multifamily project delivery methods, including Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, Construction Manager at Risk, and Integrated Project Delivery.
- Experience with multifamily building types such as garden, wrap, podium, and high-density projects.
- Demonstrated expertise in advanced construction technologies, including BIM, VDC, and digital project management tools in the multifamily sector.
- Strong knowledge of construction regulations, multifamily safety standards including OSHA, quality management systems, and environmental compliance requirements.
- Established network in the Charleston multifamily construction industry, including clients, architects, engineers, trade contractors, and regulatory officials.
- Experience leading teams, succession planning, and professional development of field operations personnel.
- Exceptional leadership and executive management skills, including the ability to develop and manage large field teams across simultaneous projects.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills and ability to innovate solutions and drive continuous improvement.
- Superior communication and stakeholder management skills, including effective representation with clients, architects, engineers, and regulatory officials.
- Strategic thinking and ability to balance project priorities while supporting long-term operational excellence and client relationships.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare and deliver presentations to executive audiences, clients, and technical stakeholders.
- Ability to read and interpret complex construction documents, specifications, contracts, and regulatory requirements and facilitate meetings and negotiations.
- Advanced proficiency with construction project management systems, scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project, BIM/VDC platforms, document management systems, mobile construction applications, and field reporting systems.
- Expert-level Microsoft Office 365 skills and proficiency with virtual meeting and collaboration platforms.
- Advanced analytical capabilities, including complex scheduling, resource optimization, cost analysis, productivity calculations, and multi-project performance analysis.
- Superior strategic reasoning and problem-solving skills, including sound judgment under pressure.
- Physical ability to navigate active construction sites, including climbing stairs, walking on uneven surfaces, and working in various weather conditions; reasonable accommodations may be made.
- Valid driver's license required.
- OSHA 30-Hour certification required.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug screening as required by company policy.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field; equivalent education and extensive multifamily construction experience will be considered.
- Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, or other relevant construction industry credentials.
- Additional professional certifications in construction management, safety, or quality management.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and executive oversight for multiple large-scale, complex multifamily construction projects in the Charleston region.
- Lead, hire, coach, mentor, and manage senior field teams, including Senior Superintendents, Superintendents, and Assistant Superintendents; support performance management and career development.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in multifamily field operations through construction methods, technology adoption, and process optimization.
- Collaborate with preconstruction, project management, and business development teams on project approaches, constructability reviews, and value engineering.
- Represent field operations in strategic multifamily client relationships, stakeholder meetings, and project delivery initiatives.
- Establish and maintain multifamily field operations standards, best practices, and performance metrics, ensuring consistent application of company and corporate standards.
- Lead problem-solving and crisis management across projects, including schedule recovery, quality issues, safety incidents, and stakeholder conflicts.
- Coordinate operations across project sites, including resource allocation, schedule coordination, and cross-project knowledge sharing.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance on advanced construction methods and solutions for complex multifamily projects.
- Collaborate with regional leadership on strategic planning, capacity management, workforce development, and operational performance improvement.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and corporate safety standards and promote a safety culture.
- Lead quality management and assurance programs across projects to support exceptional construction quality and resident and client satisfaction.
- Support business development through client relationship management, project interviews, constructability input, and technical proposal development.
- Lead professional development and succession planning within field operations and create advancement opportunities for high-potential talent.
- Represent Samet Corporation at industry events, professional organizations, and multifamily client functions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Structured development through Samet University and Builders Building Builders.
- Training and opportunities to take on responsibility and grow.
- Meaningful projects and an award-winning safety culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
