Vice President of Construction

Maronda Inc. and Subsidiaries•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

The VP of Construction coordinates and oversees the production of new homes. Ensures adherence to established policies and procedures. Manages superintendents, subcontractors, and company crews. Monitors and controls production costs. Acts as a liaison between Maronda Homes Inc., and external contacts. Acts as qualifying agent with active license for permitting.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree preferred.
7-10 years of homebuilding construction experience
Purchasing and estimating experience a plus.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings and contracts.
Ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines.
Risk management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Clear vision and the ability to communicate vision to team members
Effective and efficient in organizing
Ability to inspire subordinates towards fulfilling the organization’s objectives, and balance the interests and loyalties of all stakeholders.
Must be able to lift 35 pounds at times

Nice To Haves

Purchasing and estimating experience

Responsibilities

Ensures quality of construction by overseeing and/or performing a variety of inspections throughout all phases of building.
Ensures adherence to company policies and procedures and to company, state, and local government building specifications.
Controls production costs. Negotiates bids/ prices with suppliers and subcontractors.
Continuously evaluate existing bids for competitiveness.
Obtains Division Presidents approval before accepting price increases.
Resolves problem invoices.
Monitors cost overruns.
Works on take-offs and expert specific cost sheet adjustments.
Coordinates production schedule.
Holds weekly production meetings.
Coordinate with Project Managers the scheduling of suppliers, subcontractors, and Maronda Systems.
Oversee the training and developments of Project Manager.
Actively seeks continual construction process and/or material cost reductions to result in more efficient/effective construction processes and reduce house prime cost.
Acts as liaison between the company and building inspectors.
Interacts with customers.
Acts as troubleshooter.
Addresses service problems outside realm of the Service Manual: Analyzes situations and determines courses of action to follow to remedy problems.
May evaluate lots prior to purchase to determine the fill requirements and costs associated with building on specific lots.
Annual performance reviews with each production and service employee.
Assumes other duties as prescribed by the Division President.