Superintendent / Construction Manager

KB Homes•Hollister, CA

70d•$95,000 - $110,000

About The Position

KB Home is one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the United States and has built over 650,000 quality homes in our more than 60-year history. Today, KB Home operates in 45 markets from coast to coast. What sets KB Home apart is the exceptional personalization we offer our homebuyers from those buying their first home to experienced buyers allowing them to make their home uniquely their own, at a price that fits their budget. As the leader in energy-efficient homebuilding, KB Home was the first builder to make every home it builds ENERGY STARï¿½ certified, a standard of energy performance achieved by fewer than 10% of new homes in America, and has built more ENERGY STAR certified homes than any other builder. An energy-efficient KB home helps lower the cost of ownership and is designed to be healthier, more comfortable and better for the environment than new homes without certification. We build strong, personal relationships with our customers so they have a real partner in the homebuying process. As a result, we have the distinction of being the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder in third-party buyer satisfaction surveys. Build your career with KB Home. Learn more. JOB SUMMARY: The Superintendent/Construction Manager manages all functions of the construction job site as it relates to building quality residential homes. Supervise construction from dirt through closing while maximizing profits and maintaining excellence through the KB Edge business model. Ensures quality assurance and customer satisfaction are maintained throughout the construction process of the new homes.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent required
Minimum one (1) year as a Construction Manager or Superintendent for the homebuilding industry
Strong experience in delivering high quality customer service programs. Previous ERP database experience a plus!
Demonstrated leadership capabilities including motivating teams, employee development, and being results oriented
Strong people skills, including the capability to handle various personalities and develop professional relationships
Action oriented, with the drive to push projects and tasks to successful closure
Proven ability of being customer centric by seeking solutions from the customer's perspective
Strong verbal & written communication, with the ability to take complex concepts and communicate accurately and persuasively
Strong ability to work within a team-setting, inclusive of other's ideas, and a willingness to cooperate
Makes quick and accurate decisions based heavily on facts, data and/or metrics
Proficient in Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook.
Work full-time schedule with flexibility for overtime when necessary
Ability to work the "On-Call" program when needed (respond to emergency calls or other issues during off-hours)
Conduct business in a professional and ethical manner to potential buyers, trade partners, external officials, and coworkers to reinforce goodwill and profitability for the company
The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods
Ability to move about work location
Ability to drive/travel as needed
Ability to walk up and down stairs
Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information so others will understand
Ability to transport and move up to 20 lbs and move as needed (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/IT/Land/Marketing/Sales/Studio)
Periodically works in outdoor weather conditions (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/Land/Sales)

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelors degree preferred
Construction Management vocational degree or certificate preferred
2 - 5 years of construction experience with a production homebuilder preferred
Previous ERP database experience a plus!

Responsibilities

Plan and direct KB staff and trade partners in the construction and completion of quality residential homes with strong commitment to executing the KB Edge business model and 100% Complete/100% Satisfied program.
Responsible for milestone report (slab to frame, frame to mechanical, drywall to cabinet and cabinet to final).
Ensure consistent application of "Even Flow", homes completed per schedule (daily starts, closings and monthly deliveries).
Schedule and monitor trade partners during the entire construction process from start to closing. Informs and trains trade partners regarding company policies and procedures, including safety and OSHA compliance.
Approve trade partner's purchase orders and invoices for assigned homes, while ensuring completion of work in a quality and timely manner. Maintains trade partner scorecards on performance and submits to purchasing.
Monitor subdivision cleanliness and hold trade partners responsible for daily clean-up of homes and jobsite.
Interact with Architecture, Engineering, Studio, Purchasing and DUP and consider their input/deadlines during the process to ensure timely quality construction.
Continually strive for superior CSI ranking in specific market.
Responsible for executing all home deliveries 100% complete and signed off by COE by the homebuyer.
Monitor and resolve customer or construction concerns to facilitate smooth final closing process.
Deliver Pre-Construction and Pre-Drywall orientations with buyers to reinforce contact with buyer throughout the construction process.
Deliver a consistent and effective homeowner orientation to ensure the buyer experiences a positive transition to their new home.
Participate in Community Teams, and take ownership of construction matters/issues. Works directly with the salesforce with an emphasis in teamwork and customer satisfaction.
Maintain a safe work site by implementing good housekeeping regulations and safety requirements, enforcing safe work habits and observing OSHA and any state-level agencies' regulations.
Facilitate weekly safety meetings with staff and trade partners
Ensure Quality Checkpoints are completed and provides daily status updates on the construction progress on each unit.
Manage the installation and maintenance of SWPPP for the construction site.
Ensures the community is working with NHQ certified trade partners
Drives the permit and inspection sign-off process on a timely basis
Responsible for inspection process in assigned homes and interacts with VA, FHA, City, County, State and Conventional inspectors involved in the homebuilding process

Benefits

Employee benefits available for this position include health care (medical, dental and vision) benefits, a 401(k) employee savings plan with Company match, vacation pay, paid sick days, and a monthly mobile phone stipend

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