Area Construction Manager - Central/North New Jersey

Pulte Services Corporation

Bridgewater Township (NJ)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

PulteGroup is seeking a skilled Construction Manager for our Central and North New Jersey communities. You will oversee all construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery while mentoring managers and coordinating with procurement, land, and product teams.

Ideal candidates have a university degree and 6-8 years of experience in construction management, with strong communication and budgeting abilities.

Qualifications

Requires University degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum 6-8 years of relevant construction management experience.
Ability to manage construction processes in a high production environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience directing and managing trade performance.
Knowledge of building codes and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

Direct all aspects of construction for assigned communities.
Coach/mentor Construction Managers to improve performance.
Ensure adherence to Pulte policies and budgets.
Review designs for code compliance and safety.
Oversee quality control and safety programs.
Manage relationships with customers, trades, and municipal entities.
Negotiate field purchase orders for materials and labor.

Skills

Construction management

Trade partner management

Communication

Blueprint reading

Budget management

Scheduling

Excel/Office

Education

University degree

Tools

Construction scheduling software

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Build a Career That Builds Your Future — with PulteGroup! Welcome to PulteGroup where we believe in building more than just homes—we believe in building inspired employees, meaningful careers, and a legacy of excellence. If you're looking for work that moves you, a team that values your ideas, and a company that brings you pride, you’ve come to the right place. As one of the nation’s largest and most respected homebuilders, PulteGroup offers opportunities to grow within a Fortune 500 company that’s consistently recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For and a certified Great Place to Work. We’re driven by the bold purpose of Building Incredible Places for People to Live Their Dreams. For over 70 years, we’ve been building more than homes—we’ve been building trust, innovation, and a culture where every team member is empowered to thrive. Join a company that champions inclusion, celebrates diversity, and supports your personal and professional journey. Headquartered in vibrant Atlanta, Georgia, and operating in over 45 markets nationwide, we’re proud to build homes through our trusted family of brands—including Innovative Construction Group, Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes, American West, and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, Pulte Mortgage, PGP Title, Pulte Insurance Agency —all united under the PulteGroup name.

and discover a career where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a lasting impact.

This position requires onsite attendance 5 days per week at assigned communities in the Central and North New Jersey areas.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Manage and direct all aspects of construction for assigned communities.
Manage any escalated customer experience challenges and coach/mentor Construction Managers and Senior Construction Managers to drive continuous improvement.
Ensure all Pulte policy and process expectations are being fully adhered to in assigned communities.
Develop and ensure adherence to community budgets and validate costs for assigned communities.
Review architectural designs and construction drawings to ensure they comply with all local, state, and national building codes, life safety codes, accessibility regulations, and zoning regulations.
Provide final review and approval of all projects.
Manage quality control processes according to safety and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan programs and policies.
Manage customer, trade partner, and municipal relationships.
Collaborate with Procurement, Resource Planning, Sales, Product Development, Process Improvement/Warranty, and Land personnel to achieve primary responsibilities.
Ensure job site cleanliness and safety.
Oversee and resolve escalated issues/conflicts related to daily construction activities (e.g., trade partner contracts, work orders, job progress, design).
Conduct community reviews to ensure all Pulte Quality standards meet expectations.
Direct work as needed.
Negotiate, create, and authorize field purchase orders for materials and labor resources as needed.
Ensure all homes within assigned communities are completed in adherence to the construction schedule and specifications.
Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner.
Meet established division goals and metrics for productivity, quality, and budgets in assigned communities.
Work with other functional departments to ensure open communication on all matters; develop a strong culture of open communication and continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Career Level (M4)

Organizational Impact: Establishes key elements of tactical and operational plans with direct impact towards the achievement of results of the area. Focus is on short- to mid-term operational plans (e.g., 1- 2 years). Develops new products, processes, standards or operational plans in support of the area. May have budget accountability for area or manage elements of the budget.

Leadership & Talent Management

Manages a large team typically comprised of managers and/or supervisors and experienced professionals. Typically has hiring, firing, promotion and reward authority within own area, in accordance with manager review and approval.

Knowledge & Experience

Requires broad management and leadership knowledge to lead project or program teams in one department/area. Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with broad understanding of other areas within the department. Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 6-8 years prior relevant experience.

Required Skills

Ability to manage construction processes in a high production environment
Ability to direct and manage trade performance
Comprehensive verbal and written communication skills
Comprehensive ability to read blueprints
Comprehensive knowledge of municipal permitting and regulations
Comprehensive knowledge of building codes
Comprehensive knowledge of construction-related scheduling software
Skilled usage of Excel, Powerpoint, and Word and ability to lead presentation
Dedicated commitment to customer satisfaction
Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget

Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications

Valid driver’s license as driving is an essential function of this position.

Physical Requirements

Position involves sitting, standing, driving, and/or movement, the ability to exert a minimal force of up to 50 pounds and occasionally exert up to 80 pounds of minimal force to carry, lift, push, pull, and otherwise move objects. Must be able to climb ladders, scaffolding, and other means to reach and observe all areas of the building. Ability to work in various weather conditions – heat, rain, cold, etc.

Pay Information

Pay Information $130,000 - $160,000 annually Hired applicant will be eligible to receive an annual bonus.

General Description of Benefits

In addition to up to 9 paid company holidays per year, employees are eligible for up to 6 days of sick pay.
Moreover, eligible employees with less than 10 years of service can accrue up to 17 PTO days per year (and up to 22 PTO days per year upon 10 or more years of service).
Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Plan.
Employees (and their eligible dependents) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Employees are covered by company-paid disability, basic life insurance and parental leave.
Voluntary insurance coverage options, including critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity, are also available.
In addition, the Company offers an Employee Assistance Program and tuition reimbursement (as applicable).
Employees may also be eligible for state required benefits such as paid family and medical leave insurance and/or paid sick time as applicable.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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