Assistant Construction Manager

Pulte Homes of Michigan LLC; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage

PTO & Work/Life

Retirement Plan

Education & EAP

Job summary

PulteGroup is seeking an early-career Construction Manager trainee to support project onboarding, learn construction standards, and assist in coordinating on-site activities. You will gain exposure to plans, codes, scheduling, and field processes while supporting supervisors and trade partners.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration across teams. A university degree or equivalent and 0–2 years of experience, plus basic computer literacy and a valid driver's license, are

Qualifications

• Requires theory-based knowledge from education and training.
• Typically a University degree or equivalent experience and 0-2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete orientation, onboarding, and training programs (e.g., construction standards).
• Develop literacy in building codes, plan reading, schedules and standards.
• Assist supervision, monitor sites, coordinate inspections, ensure quality and safety.

Skills

Verbal & Written

Blueprint Reading

Codes Knowledge

Computer Literacy

Education

University degree or equivalent

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.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Complete Division and/or Construction Manager orientation, onboarding, and training programs (e.g., Pulte Construction Standards, scheduling, job site rules, safety, warranty, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan).
• Develop literacy in building codes, construction and technical language, plan reading, construction materials, construction schedules, and construction methodologies and standards.
• Assist other Construction Managers and/or direct supervisors in performing their duties and responsibilities, including, but not limited to: Monitoring job sites, Validating schedule progression, Coordinating on-site inspections, Review and understand the Customer Care service process Validating work is complete to quality standards and expectations Coordinate the completion of work as directed by the manager Gain knowledge and expertise in the utilization of Pulte systems and processes including, but not limited to, Schedule, Field Purchase Order, Dynamics 365. Learn the steps and build proficiency in the Build Quality Experience and Customer Quality Experience. Assist in scheduling and supervision of daily trade partner activities in accordance with job schedule and scopes of work. Monitor subdivision cleanliness and hold trade partners responsible for daily clean-up. Gain understanding of the Scope of Work for all trade partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Career Level (P1)

• Organizational Impact: Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with limited impact beyond the level area. Work is of limited scope, typically on smaller, less complex projects or task- related activities. Work is closely supervised.
• Leadership & Talent Management: N/A - Jobs at this level are focused on self-development.

Knowledge & Experience

• Requires theoretical knowledge typically obtained through specific education and training.
• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and 0-2 year of prior relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read blueprints
• General knowledge of municipal permitting, regulations and building codes preferred
• Basic computer literacy

Required Licensing, Registration 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.

Recruiting Policy

PulteGroup, Inc. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies (collectively, "Recruiters") in response to job postings. If Recruiters nevertheless submit one or more unsolicited resumes to any employee at PulteGroup, Inc. or its affiliates without a valid written agreement in place for this position, it will be deemed the sole property of PulteGroup, Inc. and its affiliates. No fee will be owing or paid to Recruiters who submit unsolicited candidates, in the event the candidate is hired by PulteGroup, Inc. or its affiliates as a result of the referral, without a written agreement between PulteGroup, Inc. and through any means other than via our Applicant Tracking System.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. We will provide a reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability that will enable the individual to have an equal opportunity to participate in the application process and to be considered for a job.

Verification & Privacy

This Organization Participates in e-Verify.

Pulte Homes of Minnesota is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

California Privacy Policy

Here at PulteGroup: We will not send correspondence from any non-PulteGroup email (for example, we will not contact you via a gmail, yahoo or outlook email address) We conduct our interviews in person or via phone or Teams/Zoom video (we would never conduct an interview via text message or Teams chat) We will not issue you a check as part of your onboarding for any reason (including for supplies, home office equipment, computers, etc.) We will not request money as part of your interview or onboarding process.

Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive, Flexible and Affordable Healthcare Coverage Options
• Supplemental Healthcare Coverage Opportunities
• PTO and Work/Life Benefits
• Health Advocacy and Wellness
• Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Education and Employee Assistance Programs
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Benefits
• Mortgage Financing Discounts through Pulte Mortgage