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Deputy Construction Manager – Disaster Recovery Housing

LEMOINE, a Great Place to Work®-Certified company, is a recognized leader in the field of disaster recovery and reconstruction. With a commitment to excellence and a track record of successful execution, LEMOINE has earned its reputation as a trusted partner in disaster recovery efforts.

Our organization plays a pivotal role in disaster recovery and resiliency programs, including those funded through HUD Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR), Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG-MIT), FEMA Individual Assistance (IA), FEMA Public Assistance (PA), FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), and initiatives led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).

We are seeking a Deputy Construction Manager to be part of LEMOINE's Florida disaster recovery team. Working alongside the Construction Manager and a collaborative field team in the Tampa Bay area, this role supports day-to-day project coordination, general contractor oversight, field inspections, Xactimate scope preparation, and construction documentation across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and surrounding counties. This position may also contribute to other Florida programs as our work grows across the state.

Job Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Construction Manager and field team to help coordinate general contractors across multiple simultaneous residential repair, rehabilitation, and reconstruction projects in Hillsborough, Pinellas, and surrounding counties.
• Prepare and review Xactimate-based cost estimates and scopes of work; verify accuracy, completeness, and alignment with CDBG-DR program eligibility requirements prior to contractor assignment.
• Conduct comprehensive residential inspections - interior, exterior, crawlspace, attic, and roof - to establish scopes of work, document construction progress, and verify compliance with program standards.
• Track and monitor project schedules, production rates, and contractor deliverables; proactively identify and communicate delays and issues to the Construction Manager.
• Maintain an organized daily activity log to track project progress, key communications, site conditions, and to document uncontrollable delays (e.g., weather, permitting, utility outages) impacting schedule performance.
• Serve as a field contact for general contractors; provide guidance on contract documents, program requirements, quality standards, and corrective action requirements.
• Maintain complete and accurate construction documentation including photographs, inspection reports, scope notes, change orders, and compliance checklists per CDBG-DR standards.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings with general contractors, design staff, and homeowners as required.
• Coordinate with case management and compliance staff to ensure construction activities align with program eligibility determinations, environmental clearances, and award documentation.
• Maintain regular communication with program applicants/homeowners regarding job status, upcoming milestones, and schedule impacts; prepare and distribute weekly homeowner progress reports in accordance with program requirements.
• Assist with Davis-Bacon Act compliance monitoring including certified payroll review and site labor interviews.
• Contribute to quality control and quality assurance activities across assigned projects; help prepare for federal monitoring visits and program audits.
• Work with and provide field support to Construction Inspectors as part of the broader construction team.
• Adhere to and promote LEMOINE's LIFE Safe Work Practices at all active project sites.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the Tampa Bay area and across Florida as program needs require.

Physical Demands

The physical and mental demands of this position must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field preferred; High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in construction management or field supervision, with at least 2 years in CDBG-DR or other federally funded residential construction programs.
• Proficiency with Xactimate for cost estimation and scope of work preparation; required.
• Working knowledge of residential construction trades across multiple disciplines including scheduling, quality control, and subcontractor coordination.
• Familiarity with HUD CDBG-DR regulations, Davis-Bacon Act, Section 3, and Green Building Standards.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive residential inspections including confined spaces (crawlspaces, attics, roofs); valid driver's license required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with project management or scheduling software preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; demonstrated ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for contractor coordination, homeowner interaction, and program documentation.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the Tampa Bay area and across Florida as program needs require.

Section 3

This position is a Section 3 eligible job opportunity under the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968. Section 3 residents are encouraged to apply. The purpose of Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 is to ensure that preference for employment opportunities generated from the expenditure of HUD funds is directed to local low and very low-income persons, particularly those who receive federal housing assistance. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected may not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Lemoine Company, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.