Construction Area Manager - Dayton, OH

D.R. Horton - Multifamily; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Employee stock purchase plan

Flex spending accounts

Life & disability insurance

Vacation & holidays

Company benefits

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Construction Area Manager in Dayton, OH to supervise a team of superintendents and project managers across communities, directing field activities and ensuring on-time, quality construction.

You will drive schedules, manage costs, enforce safety, and maintain strong customer satisfaction while coordinating with public agencies and utility partners. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Seven years of related experience and/or training.
• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
• High degree of construction knowledge and management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, specs, schedules.
• Knowledge of municipal permitting, regulations and building codes.
• Strong communication with customers and all management levels.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Ability to control costs and manage a budget.
• Able to use DRH Construction apps on mobile devices.
• Proficiency with MS Office and email.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct construction activities in the field via PMs and supervisors.
• Set build times and provide schedules to meet timelines.
• Maintain profitability and manage field costs via PO reviews.
• Train and develop project personnel and field staff.
• Oversee field operations and ensure quality control to meet standards.
• Ensure homes meet contract specs and are 100% complete.
• Ensure safety standards per OSHA and regulations.
• Visit job sites to check quality and policy enforcement.
• Interface with public agencies and utilities for permits/approvals.
• Assist other Construction Area Managers and resolve subcontractor issues.
• Address customer survey feedback to drive improvements.
• Conduct business professionally to grow goodwill and profit.
• Willingness to travel overnight.

Skills

Construction management

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Read blueprints/specs

Permitting knowledge

OSHA safety

Customer focus

Cost control

MS Office

DRH Construction apps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

DRH Construction apps

Job description

Job Description - Construction Area Manager - Dayton, OH (2604722)

Job Description

Construction Area Manager - Dayton, OH - 2604722

Description

D.R. Horton, Inc. was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Construction Area Manager. The right candidate will supervise a group of General Superintendents, Superintendents and/or Project Managers assigned to communities in a designated area regarding construction field-related activities.Implement all company policies and procedures throughout the entire construction process.Update reports and ensure quality control in the houses built.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plan and direct construction activities in the field either directly or through utilizing Project Managers, General Superintendents and Superintendents
• Set build times on each plan and provide schedules to meet the build times
• Maintain responsibility for the profitability of the homes being built in assigned communities and manage all cost by reviewing field purchase orders
• Maintain total involvement with training, communication and development of Project Managers, General Superintendents, Superintendents and field personnel
• Oversee field operations, production times and ensure quality control so the homes built meet company standards and are ready for homeowner orientation/occupancy
• Ensure all homes in construction area are constructed to contract, specification and detail and all work invoiced is fully acceptable to company specifications and is 100% complete
• Ensure assigned communities meet all safety standards in accordance with OSHA and state regulations
• Visit job sites to check quality and policy enforcement
• Interface, when necessary, with public agencies, municipal governing bodies, public utilities and industry associations in obtaining permits and approvals
• Assist other Construction Area Managers
• Handle escalated problems with subcontractors
• Respond to unsatisfactory survey cards for construction and customer service to direct quality improvement efforts
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Ability to travel overnight

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises 2 or more employees

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Seven years of related experience and/or training
• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
• High degree of construction knowledge and management skills
• Ability to read, understand and interpret construction documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedules
• General knowledge of municipal permitting, regulations and building codes
• Ability to converse with customers, all levels of management and personnel
• Superb interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction
• Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget
• Ability to utilize DRH Construction applications on a smart phone, tablet, or laptop
• Proficiency with MS Office and email
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred
• Work effectively in a high pressure and high production environment
• English/Spanish bilingual skills a plus

Come joina winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and arelooking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

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