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Customer Care Area Manager

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Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500 company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future

The Customer Care Area Manager will manage complex customer care claims regarding structural deficiencies that requiring high level project management. Manages all aspects of the claim from initial investigation through completion including bid negotiations, attorney contacts and full schedule control through the project life.

• A career with purpose.
• A career built on making dreams come true.
• A career built on building zero defect homes, cost management, and adherence to schedules.

Your Responsibilities on the Team

• Initiate contact with customers and set expectations for large-scale repairs.
• Serve as point of contact for customers throughout the repair project.
• Manage customer expectations and, when needed, coordinate their departure and return to their home.
• Collaborate with company attorneys for releases and claim filings against responsible vendors.
• Solicit and review vendor bids for repairs and recommend vendors to Division leadership.
• Create and maintain a schedule and financial log for repair costs and customer expenses/per diem.
• Review and approve all costs associated with each repair project.
• Oversee vendors to ensure quality work is completed on time.
• Understand each trade partner's scope of work and ensure that completed work meets standards before approving payment.
• Occasionally auditing the tasks of a customer care representative during and/or after new home orientation.
• Occasionally overseeing a new home orientation while in progress to ensure performance standard of a customer care representative or quality assurance manager is being met.
• Ensure successful delivery of repairs within the agreed schedule and budget.
• Maintain positive relations with homeowners, providing timely and professional responses to inquiries and resolving issues through personal involvement, including on-site visits.

• Provide regular updates on project status to Division executive leaders.
  

Your Toolbox

• Comprehensive understanding of building codes and industry-standard building practices.
• High School diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in Project Management, preferably in construction.
• At least 5 years of experience in Customer Service, preferably with a homebuilder.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and engineering reports.
• Extensive knowledge of carpentry, structural design, engineered wood products, and failure analysis.
• Valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and valid auto insurance required.
• Intermediate to advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Office Applications and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

Regular, in-person attendance at Company communities/job sites and offices during regular work hours is an essential function of this job. Requires the ability to work more than eight hours per day in the confined quarters of a construction trailer, the ability to operate a motor vehicle, read plans, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and/or carry equipment which may be in excess of 50 pounds. Job may require occasional operation of construction equipment. Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

During the course of your employment, you may be required to use, download, or access certain Company-approved tools, programs, applications, or systems. These resources may include, but are not limited to, applications designed for customer engagement, operational efficiency, data analysis, Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, and other business functions.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

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• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

General Overview of Compensation & Benefits:

• This position may be eligible for bonuses.
• This position may be eligible for commissions.
• This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy.
• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone's Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar's policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

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Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.