Construction Manager

PulteGroup; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives

Job summary

PulteGroup is seeking a construction supervision professional to oversee daily trade partner activities, review drawings for conflicts, and ensure on-schedule home completion while meeting safety standards. This role also involves coordinating with sales teams and managing field purchases.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (Bachelor's preferred), 1–2 years in construction, and a valid driver's license. Equal opportunity employer, travel and field work are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years of construction experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the scheduling and supervision of daily trade partner activities and evaluate their work quality and efficiency.
• Review and request modifications to construction drawings when plan errors or conflicts arise.
• Evaluate project schedules and update modifications to reflect project needs for timely completion.
• Ensure each home is complete on schedule and all contract obligations and safety protocols are satisfied.
• Manage customer experience throughout construction with regular communications and issue resolution.
• Interact with Community Sales personnel to manage community performance and customer activities.
• Perform daily inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and storm water requirements; take corrective actions as needed.
• Negotiate, create, and authorize field purchase orders for materials and labor.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Process Improvement, and Purchasing teams to address plan quality, schedule adherence, and budget challenges.
• Evaluate trade partner work for compliance with codes and standards and authorize payments when criteria met.
• Participate in trade partner recruiting and vetting.

Skills

Construction management

Trade performance

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scheduling software

Project management software

Job description

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

• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Management Responsibilities

• Delegates work according to employee's abilities and skills.
• Provides input to employee's performance evaluations.
• Assists in the identification of internal and external training opportunities.
• Provides continuous coaching with regard to functional and leadership standards (technical skills and behaviors)

Scope

• Decision Impact: Community, Division
• Department Responsibility: Single
• Community Budgetary Responsibility: Yes
• House Budget Adherence Responsibility: Yes
• Direct Reports: No
• Indirect Reports: Yes
• 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.

Required Education/Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Minimum 1-2 years of construction experience or equivalent

Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications

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

Required Skills/Knowledge

• 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

Pay Range

• $86,200 - $107,700 per year
• Hired applicant will be eligible to receive bonus incentives

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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Pulte Homes of Minnesota is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.