Area Construction Manager in San Luis Obispo, California at Trumark Companies

Who We Are

Our mission is to enhance the lives of people by creating inspiring living environments. For over 35 years, Trumark has been a leading real estate development company with divisions in Colorado, Washington, Northern, Central, and Southern California. We strive to set ourselves apart from other builders by looking ahead. We ensure our products are the best for our homebuyers, that they fit into life today and in the future, and that the surroundings are inviting and purposeful.

Summary:

The Area Construction Manager (ACM) is a process-driven individual who manages Field Personnel that are assigned to communities within a specified geographic area, and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these residential homes. The ACM will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Trumark’s policies and all applicable laws as well as manage the activities of construction projects of considerable complexity and diversity. Work includes reviewing designs, plans, specifications, contract documents, resolving construction contract disputes and rendering final inspection and approval of completed construction work.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

Interview, hire, train, and supervise Construction Personnel: plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance and plan compensation actions accordingly; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems

Provide developmental opportunities and create opportunities for employee growth by identifying internal and external training opportunities.

Provide continuous coaching regarding functional and leadership standards (technical skills and behaviors)

Lead efforts of staff and Trade Partners to achieve Division and Operations Department objectives and business measurement goals

Ensure appropriate staffing to meet Department needs

Utilize recruiting and selection tools and processes to build organizational talent

Delegate work according to employee abilities and skills

Provide continuous coaching regarding functional and leadership standards (technical skills and behaviors)

Thorough understanding of office staff procedures to support the residential construction process

Manage daily job progress and adherence to the scheduling process; coach the onsite construction team to ensure on-time home delivery; review completion of work per the construction schedule to ensure production goals are achieved; continually strive to improve construction cycle times by monitoring production performance and identifying improvement opportunities

Work with Director of Construction and team to establish the construction schedules in keeping with Divisional benchmark schedule guidelines

Thorough understanding of Field Warranty Operations

Resolve escalated problems with Subcontractors

Responsible for the profitability of the homes being built in their communities by managing all Indirect and Variance Costs

Interface with all municipal governing bodies, public utilities, and industry associations and work with the Project Managers to obtain these objectives

Ensure that assigned communities meet safety standards in accordance with OSHA and state regulations

Oversee the work of Construction Managers to ensure quality construction; verify that all homes are constructed to contract, specifications, and architectural details; assure that all work marked 'complete' is fully acceptable to Trumark's definition of 100% complete; visit jobsites regularly to spot check quality and policy performance.

Manage SWPPP programs and policies

Collaborate with Purchasing, Operations, Sales, Warranty, and Land Development to achieve Divisional objectives

Review architectural designs and plans, ensuring compliance with local, state, and national building codes, life safety codes, ADA regulations, and zoning regulations

Qualifications:

Minimum Undergraduate Degree from accredited College or University

Homebuilding experience.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Effective communication skills (Written & Verbal)

Customer service oriented with ability to succeed in a team environment

Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently

Excellent organization skills

Ability to read and understand contract documents and have a working knowledge of applicable contract laws and principles

Read and understand plans, related construction documents, technical information, and specifications

Demonstrated leadership ability

Why Work for Trumark?

• Exceptional Medical Benefits (100% Employee + 60% Dependent)
• 401k with company matching, we are helping you plan for future retirement
• Collaborate with a team that values you! Trumark offers a direct career path with an open seat for you at our table
• We embody our mission to Live Well. Trumark Homes is dedicated to creating communities that foster an enthusiasm to connect, the strength to aspire and the compassion to give back. For approximately every 50 homes we build, we provide and serve approximately 200 people with fresh, clean water
• Monthly wellness stipend
• Milestone appreciation program

EEO Statement

At Trumark Homes, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, disciplines, termination, job assignments, or training.

Statement to Outside Staffing Agencies

Trumark Companies ("Trumark") does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, agencies, or any source other than directly from the candidate. Trumark will NOT pay any fees for placements resulting from unsolicited submissions. Trumark’s recruiting department handles all recruiting/hiring processes – please do NOT contact other Trumark employees (including the hiring manager) directly to present candidates or to engage them for recruiting/staffing services. Only Trumark’s recruiting department is authorized to engage in recruiting and staffing services; any unsolicited submissions or engagements by recruiters, agencies, or any other source will be deemed to have been made free of any charges, fees, or obligations.