Assistant Construction Manager - Houston, TX

PulteGroup; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their construction team. This role involves assisting Construction Managers in various tasks, including monitoring job sites, validating schedules, and ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will develop skills in building codes and construction methodologies while gaining hands-on experience in the field. If you are eager to learn and grow in the construction industry, this opportunity offers a solid foundation for your career. Join a team that values safety, quality, and community impact, and be part of building something great.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma; Bachelor's preferred.
• Some construction experience or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Construction Managers with monitoring job sites and validating schedules.
• Gain knowledge in building codes and construction methodologies.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to read blueprints

General knowledge of municipal permitting

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Dynamics 365

Job description

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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Management Responsibilities

• Not applicable

Scope

• Decision Impact: Community, Division
• Department Responsibility: Single
• Budgetary Responsibility: No
• Direct Reports: No
• Indirect Reports: No
• Physical Requirements: The position may involve 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.

Required Education/Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Some construction experience or equivalent preferred

Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications

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

Required Skills/Knowledge

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