Construction Manager (Build for Rent)

First America Homes, a private Houston based homebuilder and a Division of The Signorelli Company, was established in 2010. First America Homes builds beautiful new homes within a variety of communities in Greater Houston and the surrounding areas. We believe in providing superior quality and service throughout the entire building process. First America Homes builds new homes with a focus on quality and value while keeping in mind what’s most important to our customers. First America Homes is a leader in Service, Quality and Integrity. Integrity is our daily approach to building homes, it is how we run our company and how we live our lives.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Build for Rent Construction Managers will oversee and coordinate all aspects of the rental home construction from start to finish, ensuring that schedules and budgets are followed. The role starts with managing the construction of multiple homes in a Build for Rent subdivision from permit to closing by scheduling job site subcontractors, scheduling several walk-throughs, and inspections to ensure the work performed meets quality standards and adheres to company guidelines and specifications. The location of the assigned subdivision is determined by the Area Construction Manager and subject to change as needed in the interest of the company.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assuming overall responsibility for the construction of homes in a specified community and/or town
• Managing assistants and guiding and directing trade contractors and suppliers
• Adhering to production schedules, contractor schedules and cost control policies and procedures
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and processes
• Completing all warranty requests for current renters in a timely fashion
• Communicating effectively with customers
• Maintaining open and effective communication with the home office

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Minimum 3+ years home building experience preferred
• Natural born leader of both people and process
• Strong sense of urgency
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and the desire to work in a team environment
• New home construction experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching
2. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
3. Will require travel to multiple construction sites where temperature, weather and noise may vary
4. Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite

First America Homes is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We seek to empower everyone’s diverse experiences to maximize our organization’s talent and capabilities.

This job description is not meant to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. First America Homes reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.