Job Summary

The Senior Construction Manager is responsible for providing oversight and management of the activities of the Construction Managers in the completion of construction projects and ensuring construction schedules, safety, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan, quality standards, and customer satisfaction are maintained throughout the construction process. They may have homes directly assigned to them in addition to their oversight/management responsibilities.

This position requires onsite attendance 5 days per week at assigned jobsites in the Westborough, Massachusetts & surrounding area.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Manage production schedules and job progress to ensure adherence to standards.
• Ensure all homes are 100% complete before the established closing date and take action to make sure deadlines are met.
• Work with the team to share feedback on improving planning activities.
• Monitor and perform quality control processes, ensuring compliance with safety and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan programs and policies.
• Assist in reviewing architectural designs and plans complying with local, state, and national building codes, life safety codes, ADA regulations, and zoning regulations.
• Manage customer relationships and partner with Construction Manager(s) to address escalated homeowner concerns during the construction process through close.
• Assist in the development of community construction budgets and validate costs on a community level.
• Manage trade partner relationships to ensure work is completed on time and within defined standards for quality.
• Resolve issues/conflicts related to daily construction activities (e.g., trade partner contracts, work orders, performance, job progress, and/or design).
• Authorize payment for materials received and work completed.
• Conduct community reviews to ensure all Pulte Quality standards meet expectations. Direct work as needed.
• Negotiate, create, and authorize field purchase orders for materials and labor resources as needed.
• Ensure all homes within the oversight area are completed in adherence to the construction schedule and specifications.
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner.
• Meet established division goals and metrics for productivity, quality, and budgets within the oversight area.
• Work with other functional departments to ensure open communication on all matters; develop a strong culture of open communication and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Career Level (M3)

Organizational Impact:

• Manages a team with a focus on policy and strategy implementation.
• Establishes operational plans with measurable contribution towards the achievement of results of the area.
• Focus is on short-term operational plans (e.g., 1 year or less).
• Provides measurable input to new products, processes or standards in operational plans in order to implement organizational strategies.
• Typically does not have budget accountability but may manage certain processes or projects within a defined budget set by management."

Leadership & Talent Management:

• Manages a small to mid-sized team consisting of experienced professionals.
• Leads, directs and reviews the work of team who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments.
• Typically has hiring, firing, promotion and reward authority within own area, in accordance with manager review and approval.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one area.
• Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization.
• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 4-6 years prior relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Ability to manage construction processes in a high production environment
• Ability to direct and manage trade performance
• Comprehensive verbal and written communication skills
• Comprehensive ability to read blueprints
• Comprehensive knowledge of municipal permitting and regulations
• Comprehensive knowledge of building codes
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction-related scheduling software
• Skilled usage of Excel, PowerPoint, and Word and ability to lead presentation
• 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:

$118,000 - $160,000 annually

Hired applicant will be eligible to receive a bonus in the amount of approximately $7,000 - $15,000 annually.

In addition to up to 9 paid company holidays per year, employees are eligible for up to 6 days of sick pay. Moreover, eligible 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).

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. In addition, the Company offers an Employee Assistance Program 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.