Construction Manager

PulteGroup; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 129,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and sick pay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PulteGroup is seeking a Construction Manager in Boston, Massachusetts, responsible for overseeing home construction in assigned communities. You will ensure that all construction activities meet cost, schedule, and quality standards while managing trade partners and ensuring safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will have a university degree and 2-4 years of experience in construction management, with strong communication skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction. This position requires onsite attendance five days a week.

Benefits include competitive pay, bonus potential, paid holidays, and health insurance participation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of prior relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license as driving is essential.
• Physical capability to lift up to 80 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling and supervision of daily trade partner activities.
• Manage customer experience throughout construction process.
• Complete daily inspections to uphold safety standards.

Skills

Construction management

Budget management

Blueprint reading

Customer satisfaction

Knowledge of building codes

Communication skills

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Construction-related scheduling software

Job description

Job Summary
The Construction Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing the construction of homes in the assigned community(s) to ensure cost, schedule, and quality standards are met. Manages all construction activities for assigned homes, assists in the scheduling of homes, supervises trade partner’s work, maintains the overall community job sites for safety and appearance, and is responsible for the customer experience throughout the building process.
Requires onsite attendance 5 days per week at assigned jobsites in the Westborough, Massachusetts & surrounding area.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the scheduling and supervision of daily trade partner activities and evaluate the quality and efficiency of their work.
• Review and request modifications to construction drawings when plan errors or conflicts arise.
• Evaluate project schedules and update and determine appropriate modifications to project schedules and resources to reflect the project's needs as they arise to ensure timely completion.
• Take action to make sure each home is complete on schedule and ensure all contract obligations and safety protocols are satisfied. Stop any work that is not satisfactory or noncompliant with plans, specifications, or applicable code.
• Manage the customer experience throughout the entire construction process, including regular communications to keep them informed of progress, taking action, and negotiating solutions to address any concerns.
• Interact with Community Sales personnel to manage community performance and customer activities.
• Complete daily inspections to ensure job sites adhere to state, federal, and company safety and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan standards. Take immediate action, including adjusting the construction process or shutting down work if necessary, to achieve a safe working environment and comply with requirements.
• Negotiate, create, and authorize field purchase orders for materials and labor resources as needed.
• Inspect and determine whether trade partner workmanship and product quality are completed on time and within the defined scope of work. Authorize payment to trade partners when all standards are met.
• Collaborate with the Product Development, Process Improvement, Resource Planning, and Purchasing teams to address areas of improvement on plan quality, schedule adherence, trade performance, and budgetary challenges.
• Evaluate the work of trade partners to ensure work complies with local, state, and federal building code requirements and company standards of workmanship.
• Participate in trade partner recruiting and vetting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Career Level (P2)

Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with moderate impact on the area.

Organizational Impact

• Works independently on larger, moderately complex projects/assignments.
• Sets objectives for own area to meet the objectives or goals of projects and assignments.
• May assist other professionals with tasks and assignments.

Leadership & Talent Management

• May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.

Knowledge & Experience

• Requires practical knowledge of area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.
• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2-4 years of prior relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Ability to manage construction processes in a high-production environment
• Ability to direct and manage trade performance
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in ability to read blueprints
• General knowledge of municipal permitting and regulations
• General knowledge of building codes
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction-related scheduling software
• Basic computer literacy
• Dedicated commitment to customer satisfaction
• Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget

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.

Pay Information

$88,000 - $129,300 annually
Hired applicant will be eligible to receive a bonus in the amount of approximately $6,000 - $9,000 annually.
In addition to up to 9 paid company holidays per year, employees are eligible for up to 6 days of sick pay. Employees with less than 10 years of service can accrue up to 17 PTO days per year (and up to 22 PTO days per year upon 10 or more years of service).

Benefits

Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Plan. Employees (and their eligible dependents) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Employees are covered by company-paid disability, basic life insurance and parental leave. Voluntary insurance coverage options, including critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity, are also available. Additional employee assistance programs and tuition reimbursement (as applicable). Employees may also be eligible for state required benefits such as paid family and medical leave insurance and/or paid sick time as applicable.

Equal Employment 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.

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