Assistant Construction Manager

PulteGroup; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

PulteGroup Minnesota is seeking an entry-level Construction Manager trainee to join our project teams and support field operations. You will rotate through departments, learn scheduling, safety, and quality standards while building practical construction knowledge.

You will develop skills in plan reading, building codes, and coordinating trade partners to keep projects on schedule and within quality expectations. This role emphasizes growth within a Fortune 500 homebuilder.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience (0–2 years of relevant experience).
• Proven ability to read blueprints and communicate effectively.
• General knowledge of building codes and municipal permitting preferred.
• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with construction software.

Responsibilities

• Complete Division and/or Construction Manager orientation, onboarding, and training programs (e.g., Pulte Construction Standards, scheduling, safety).
• Develop literacy in building codes, plan reading, construction materials, schedules, and standards.
• Monitor job sites and validate schedule progression; coordinate on-site inspections.
• Review and understand the Customer Care service process and ensure work meets quality standards.
• Assist in scheduling and supervision of daily trade partner activities per schedule and scope of work.
• Monitor subdivision cleanliness and ensure trade partners maintain site cleanliness.
• Gain understanding of Scope of Work for all trade partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Blueprint reading

Building codes knowledge

Basic computer literacy

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Dynamics 365

Schedule software

Field Purchase Order system

Job description

• Validating schedule progression

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 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.

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.

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