Director of Construction
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Overview
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As one of the nation’s largest builders, Lennar has built over one million new homes for families across America. Since 1954, our communities have catered to all lifestyles and family dynamics, whether you are a first-time or move-up buyer, multi-generational family, or active adult.
At Lennar, Everything’s Included in our homes, and Everyone’s Included on our team. Our Everyone’s Included vision is to be as inclusive and diverse as the communities we build unleashing the power of diversity within our workforce to drive innovation & sustainable growth.
Director of Construction
Lennar is seeking a Director of Construction to direct, Supervise and manage construction department. Also oversees production and quality related functions, such as Customer Care, OSHA, Associate Training and Land Development.
Responsibilities
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Production
Manage and direct all aspects of construction. Ensure divisions high level of quality product. Schedule and supervise daily trade partner activities in accordance with job schedules and business partner scopes of work. Ensure that work is in compliance with City or County requirements and building codes. Oversee the plan and schedule of all construction activities on homes from start to finish. Maintain trade partner oversight. Maintain records of all change orders and/or purchase orders in a community. Ensure the punch list and warranty items are completed in a timely manner and approved by the customer. Provide trade partner feedback to the Director of Construction concerning the trade partner’s timeliness and attention to detail. Inspect each home under construction ensuring that the work is done to specifications. Ensure timely home completion and deliveries. Ensure job site cleanliness and safety. Frequently inspects homes for quality compliance. Coordinate municipality inspectors to ensure timely approvals of development phases. Maintain customer and trade partner relations. Provide initial and ongoing training to construction team regarding warranty issues, scheduling, trade partner supervision, quality control, price negotiations and company policies. Meet established Regional/Divisional goals set while demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality of work. Communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in written correspondence. Work closely with the construction team to ensure open communication on all matters; develop a strong environment conducive to proactive resolution of issues and strong commitment to producing a quality end result. Perform other duties as assigned.
Management
Manage, supervise and direct all aspects of construction for assigned community or communities. Supervise Senior Construction Managers/Construction Managers and warranty performance. Conduct field meetings with trade partners, construction staff and sales staff. Manage departmental performance against agreed targets and budgets, and within policies and standards. Organize and prioritize work activities while utilizing efficient time management skills in meeting deadlines and staying on schedule. Ensure that reporting associates follow Lennar’s policies and procedures. Interviews and recruits construction team. Enforces upper management directives and resolves miscellaneous problems. Ability to effectively manage staff through ensuring appropriate staffing, providing formal and informal evaluations/feedback, addressing associate issues when warranted and providing appropriate training and mentoring. Responsible for providing associates with ongoing, timely, candid and constructive feedback; developing associates to their full potential. Conduct monthly/quarterly and/or annual performance appraisals. Develop performance improvement plans if an associate's performance is not meeting expectations. Work closely with the construction team to ensure open communication on all matters; develop a strong environment conducive to proactive resolution of issues and strong commitment to producing a quality product.
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred Minimum 10 years experience in project/construction management in residential construction required Minimum 8 years experience in directing and supervising construction staff Valid Driver’s License with good driving record Valid Auto Insurance Coverage Advanced knowledge of scheduling, budgeting and document management Ability to read and interpret blue prints Computer literacy and proficient in MS Office products (Word and Excel) Excellent follow-up, communication (written and verbal) and time management skills
Contacts
Daily interaction with various division personnel, outside agencies, business partners, consultants and homeowners
Physical Requirements
Able to operate a motor vehicle, climb stairs/ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and/or carry equipment which may be in excess of 50 pounds. Able to sit at a computer monitor for extended periods of time to complete paperwork, meet with building partners, and receive/return phone messages. Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
This position outlines the basic tasks and requirements for the position noted. It is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the associates.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Lennar Core Values
Our commitment to Quality, Value, and Integrity is the underlying foundation upon which Lennar was built, and these three fundamental principles still guide us in caring for our customers, associates, shareholders, and community.
Life at Lennar!
Lennar recognizes our associates are the heart of the company’s success. Learn new skills, build your path, and become an integral part of the Lennar Family.
When You Join
Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision Vacation – 3 weeks of vacation per year to start Holidays, Sick Leave, & Personal Days 401(k) Savings Plan with company match Paid Maternity & Bonding Leave New Hire Referral Bonus Program Product Purchase Discount for Associates Associate Assistance Plan Everyone’s Included Day - In the spirit of inclusion, diversity, and caring for our community, Lennar encourages our Associates to take a day to connect, reflect and inspire those around us, in a way that is uniquely important to you. And More !
Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.
Type
Regular Full-Time
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