Assistant Construction Manager

Neal Communities of Southwest Florida, Inc.; Nokomis (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Paid Holidays

PTO & Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Neal Communities is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to support field operations across Nokomis, FL and Englewood, FL. This role focuses on coordinating construction activities, ensuring on-time delivery, and maintaining Neal standards throughout the build process.

The candidate should have a college degree and 1–2 years in residential home construction, with strong blueprint-reading and communication skills, and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• College degree; residential home construction experience preferred.
• 1–2 years in the home building industry required.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all construction activities, including scheduling, quality control, site organization, and cleanliness.
• Ensure production projections are accurate, and houses are completed on time and meet the Neal standards.
• Communicate with customers regularly on the build process and schedule.
• Complete and review the orientation list and one-month list with customers.
• Submit Variance Purchase Orders (VPO) to the Director of Construction or Area Construction Manager for approval.
• Work with the Drafting department on all build plan updates.
• Complete the build schedule and submit it for approval.
• Monitor the progress of the home and check thoroughly before all stages of construction.
• Foster teamwork with sales, designers, and trades.
• Participate in continuing education through seminars, conferences, and training programs.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Deadline oriented

Customer service

Education

College degree

Job description

Neal Communities is proud to be recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace in Sarasota & Manatee Counties. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Assistant Construction Manager to join our award-winning team and support our field operations.

This opportunity supports communities in Nokomis, FL & Englewood, FL

Where you work matters! As a family-owned company, we take pride in what we do—and it shows in our people, our culture, and the homes we build.

What You’ll Love About Working At Neal Communities

• The People! We take tremendous pride in making a positive difference in our team's lives. Our employees are not just an asset to Neal Communities and its customers; they are essential to the success of our business
• Outstanding Benefits - Health Care - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Excellent Compensation Package
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with Company Matching Contributions
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Employer Paid ID Theft Protection
• Employee Home Purchase Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Service Awards
• Vendor Discount Program

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate all construction activities, including scheduling, quality control, site organization, and cleanliness
• Ensure production projections are accurate, and houses are completed on time and meet the Neal standards
• Communicate with customers regularly on the build process and schedule
• Complete and review the orientation list and one-month list with customers
• Submit Variance Purchase Orders (VPO) to the Director of Construction or Area Construction Manager for approval
• Work with the Drafting department on all build plan updates
• Complete the build schedule and submit it for approval
• Monitor the progress of the home and check thoroughly before all stages of construction
• Foster teamwork with sales, designers, and trades
• Participate in continuing education through seminars, conferences, and training programs
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills

What You Bring

• College degree and residential home construction experience preferred
• Minimum 1-2 years experience in the home building industry required
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent customer service skills and an eye for detail

Physical Requirements

• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain.
• Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
• The ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, and lift frequently.
• Continuous walking, standing, and moving about.
• Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs.
• Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions.

All employees will support the organization's mission and vision by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration and innovation, respect, commitment to our community, accountability, and ownership.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Neal Communities and its affiliated entities work with a limited group of approved recruiting partners under a signed agreement. We do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate referrals, or inquiries from other third-party agencies. Any resumes submitted without a current, signed recruiting agreement in place will be treated as direct applications, and Neal Communities and its affiliates will not pay any associated fees.

This policy applies to all job postings across NealCareers.com and any other platforms where Neal Communities or its affiliated companies advertise open positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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