Construction Manager
Meritage Homes · Franklin, TN
- On site
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- Franklin, TN
Job highlights
- Manage all home construction phases and quality.
- Schedule subcontractors and material deliveries.
- Ensure building codes and quality standards.
- Conduct homeowner inspections and manage safety.
- Interact with stakeholders and resolve issues.
About the role
About the Role
Meritage Homes is seeking a motivated Construction Manager to oversee all phases of homebuilding construction, ensuring the delivery of high-quality homes. This role involves managing schedules, ensuring compliance with building codes and company standards, conducting inspections, and enforcing safety regulations. You will interact daily with various stakeholders, including subcontractors, customers, and city inspectors, and attend important company meetings.
Responsibilities
- Manage homebuilding construction through all phases to ensure the delivery of a quality home.
- Schedule subcontractors and delivery dates for materials.
- Ensure all building codes and Meritage Home standards of quality are met.
- Conduct walk-through inspections and other scheduled inspections with the homeowner.
- Communicate safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors; enforces safety regulations on all job sites.
- Maintain a clean and organized jobsite and subdivision.
- Interact daily with various departments of company, subcontractors, customers, and city inspectors.
- Attend Construction, monthly and quarterly meetings.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required. College degree in Construction Management preferred.
- 4-10 years construction experience with supervisory or project oversight experience.
- Advanced training in one or more trades within the residential building industry strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of homebuilding and construction systems/processes, building codes and Register of Contractor Standards (ROC).
- Must be able to read blueprints to maintain quality control and inspect all aspects of construction including framing, stucco installations, electrical, plumbing, etc.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of Hyphen a plus.
- Knowledge and use of a wide range of hand and power tools.
- Ability to explain complex issues to others in a manner easily understood by both associates in the industry and customers with limited knowledge of construction processes or terminology.
- Excellent problem/conflict resolution skills, ability to handle and diffuse difficult situations and customer concerns in a positive manner.
Why Meritage Homes?
Meritage Homes is committed to building energy-efficient and affordable homes and offers an incredible career opportunity with a focus on delivering a Life.Built.Better.®. We are a Great Place To Work, recognized on Fortune’s Best Workplaces lists. Join a growing national organization with a supportive team atmosphere, state-of-the-art technology, competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.
Key skills/competency
- Construction Management
- Project Oversight
- Homebuilding
- Building Codes
- Blueprint Reading
- Customer Service
- Subcontractor Scheduling
- Safety Regulations
- Problem Resolution
- Microsoft Excel
Skills & topics
- Construction Manager
- Homebuilding
- Project Management
- Construction
- Residential Construction
- Scheduling
- Quality Control
- Safety Management
- Customer Relations
- Blueprint Reading
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Subcontractor Management
- Building Codes
- Site Management
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight construction management experience, blueprint reading, and customer service skills relevant to Meritage Homes.
- Showcase experience: Emphasize your 4-10 years of construction experience and any supervisory roles.
- Demonstrate knowledge: Be prepared to discuss building codes, construction systems, and your problem-resolution abilities.
- Research Meritage: Understand their commitment to energy efficiency and their 'Life.Built.Better.®' philosophy.
- Prepare for interviews: Practice explaining complex construction issues clearly and professionally.
Technical preparation
Master blueprint reading for quality control.,Study relevant building codes and standards.,Practice using construction management software.,Review homebuilding systems and processes.
Behavioral questions
Explain a complex construction issue simply.,Describe how you handle difficult customer concerns.,How do you enforce safety on job sites?,Share an example of your problem-solving skills.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key qualifications for a Construction Manager at Meritage Homes?
- Meritage Homes looks for candidates with a high school diploma (or equivalent), 4-10 years of construction experience with supervisory skills, and knowledge of homebuilding, building codes, and blueprint reading. A college degree in Construction Management or advanced trade training is preferred. Strong customer service and problem-resolution skills are also essential for this Construction Manager role.
- What is the typical work environment for a Construction Manager at Meritage Homes?
- The Construction Manager role at Meritage Homes involves being on job sites daily, managing construction projects from start to finish. The environment requires interacting with various departments, subcontractors, customers, and city inspectors, as well as maintaining a clean and organized jobsite. It's a hands-on role focused on quality and safety.
- How does Meritage Homes support career growth for Construction Managers?
- Meritage Homes offers opportunities to further your career within a growing national organization. They foster a supportive team atmosphere, encourage innovative ideas, and provide a competitive pay structure and benefits, allowing Construction Managers to develop their skills and advance within the company.
- What does Meritage Homes value in its Construction Managers?
- Meritage Homes values self-starters who can contribute new and innovative ideas. They look for individuals who can effectively manage construction projects, ensure quality and safety, communicate clearly with diverse groups, and resolve problems efficiently, aligning with their 'Life.Built.Better.®' philosophy.
- What is the role of customer service in the Construction Manager position at Meritage Homes?
- Customer service is a critical aspect of the Construction Manager role at Meritage Homes. You will conduct homeowner walk-throughs and inspections, and need excellent skills to explain complex construction issues in an easily understood manner, and handle customer concerns positively.
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