Construction Manager

Sekisui House U.S., Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance & AD&D

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Sekisui House U.S., Inc. is seeking a dynamic Construction Operations Leader to oversee residential sites across multiple communities. You will ensure on-time delivery within budget and uphold high safety and quality standards.

You will manage and mentor field teams, coordinate with trade partners and internal departments, and drive improvements across schedules, costs, and workmanship. This role requires travel between communities and sites and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years in residential construction, construction management, or 8–10 years of equivalent experience.
• Prior experience supervising or leading construction professionals or field teams.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential construction operations across assigned communities, ensuring schedule, budget, quality, and safety expectations.
• Coach and develop construction leadership and field staff, including hiring and performance management.
• Coordinate daily and long-term construction activities with trade partners and internal teams to optimize workflow.
• Monitor schedules, production metrics, and cost performance; implement recovery plans as needed.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, policies, and quality standards across sites.
• Establish and maintain strong trade partner relationships and staffing plans.
• Review site conditions and reinforce cleanliness, safety, and overall community appearance.
• Communicate performance, risks, and priorities to leadership and stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on efficiency, quality, and cost control.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Scheduling

Budgeting

Team leadership

Communication

Reading plans/specs

Quality standards

CM systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Construction management software

Reporting tools

Job description

Overview

BREAK GROUND ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH US!

The Sekisui House U.S. team is a proud builder of the SHAWOOD, Richmond American, Woodside, Holt, Hubble, and Chesmar brands. We take great pride in being a member of Sekisui House, a global leader in homebuilding. This impressive, 60+ year old company has built over 2.6 million new homes designed to reflect and adapt to the changing needs of today's homebuyers. Drawing on Sekisui House's unparalleled history and superior service, we commit ourselves to a future where people around the world can live joyful lives in homes that are safe, secure, stylish and comfortable.

Overview

BREAK GROUND ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH US!

This impressive, 60+ year old company has built over 2.6 million new homes designed to reflect and adapt to the changing needs of today's homebuyers. Drawing on Sekisui House's unparalleled history and superior service, we commit ourselves to a future where people around the world can live joyful lives in homes that are safe, secure, stylish and comfortable. We encourage a company culture that promotes professionalism, teamwork, health & wellness and work-life balance. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for success, consider building a career with us.

Positive Work Environment & Culture

• Collaborative Team Culture: Join a supportive environment where teamwork and the open exchange of ideas are highly valued.
• Team Engagement: Participate in a variety of team-building events and social gatherings, such as company outings, holiday celebrations, and regular office socials. We support a healthy work-life balance and recognize the importance of time outside of work commitments.

Overview & Position Summary

This role provides leadership over residential construction operations across one or more communities, ensuring homes are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to established quality standards. The position oversees and develops construction leadership and field teams, coordinates closely with trade partners and internal departments, and addresses complex operational, quality, and customer-related challenges. Success in this role is measured by production performance, cost control, quality outcomes, safety compliance, and the effectiveness of the construction team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee residential construction operations across assigned communities, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, quality, and safety expectations.
• Manage, coach, and develop construction leadership and field staff, including hiring, training, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Coordinate daily and long-term construction activities with trade partners, suppliers, and internal teams to maintain efficient workflow and reduce cycle time.
• Monitor construction schedules, production metrics, and cost performance; implement recovery plans and corrective actions to address variances.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, company policies, and quality standards across all job sites.
• Establish and maintain strong trade partner relationships, addressing performance issues and ensuring adequate staffing and workmanship quality.
• Review construction quality and jobsite conditions, reinforcing standards for cleanliness, safety, and overall community appearance.
• Resolve complex construction, scheduling, personnel, or customer-related issues that impact production or homeowner satisfaction.
• Communicate construction performance, risks, and operational priorities to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, cost control, and team effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required

Education & Experience

• 4–6 years of experience in residential construction, construction management, or 8-10 years of equivalent experience.
• Prior experience supervising or leading construction professionals or field teams

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, sequencing, and quality standards
• Working knowledge of construction scheduling, budgeting, and cost control
• Ability to lead, coach, and manage teams to achieve operational goals
• Effective problem-solving skills across multiple job areas and teams
• Clear communication skills with trades, internal partners, and leadership
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and building codes
• Sound judgment and decision-making in a fast-paced field environment
• Proficiency with construction management systems and reporting tools

Working Conditions

The role operates in both a general office and active residential construction site environment. Regular travel between communities, job sites, and meetings is required. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, and construction materials is expected.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk construction sites and climb stairs or ladders
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach during site inspections
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry materials up to 25 pounds
• Ability to use mobile devices, computers, and standard office equipment

Automobile Allowance Requirement

This position is eligible for an automobile allowance. Candidates must maintain a valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and automobile insurance meeting company coverage requirements. Proof of insurance will be required before employment.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families:

• Competitive Compensation: We provide a competitive compensation structure that rewards performance and results.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive coverage includes medical, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Financial Future: Access a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Time Off: Our time-off benefits include vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and other leave types (bereavement, jury duty, FMLA, military leave).
• Insurance & Protection: Company-provided life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage are included. An employee assistance program (EAP) is also available.
• Exclusive Perks & Discounts
• Homeownership & Financing: Take advantage of exclusive home purchase and financing discounts.
• Pet Insurance: Enjoy discounted group pet insurance rates.

Sekisui House U.S., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.