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Director of Construction

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Lennar

Jul 26

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Construction & Surveying
  • Orlando

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
  • 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

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.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Director of Construction?

The primary responsibilities include managing all aspects of construction, ensuring quality compliance, scheduling and supervising trade partner activities, maintaining records of change orders, overseeing the completion of punch lists and warranty items, conducting inspections, maintaining customer relations, and providing training to the construction team.

What level of education is required for this position?

A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, while a Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

How much experience is necessary for the Director of Construction role?

A minimum of 10 years of experience in project/construction management in residential construction is required, along with at least 8 years of experience in directing and supervising construction staff.

What specific skills are essential for this position?

Essential skills include advanced knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, document management, the ability to read and interpret blueprints, proficiency in MS Office products, and excellent communication and time management skills.

What are the physical requirements for the Director of Construction?

The role requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, and lift or carry equipment potentially exceeding 50 pounds. Additionally, the ability to sit at a computer for extended periods and use a keyboard is necessary.

What is expected in terms of team management and development?

The Director of Construction is expected to manage and supervise construction staff, conduct performance appraisals, provide ongoing feedback, develop associates to their full potential, and address any performance issues through appropriate training and mentoring.

How does the Director of Construction ensure compliance with local building codes?

The Director ensures compliance by overseeing construction activities and frequently inspecting homes to verify that work meets specifications and adheres to City or County requirements and building codes.

Can you describe the communication expectations for this position?

The Director of Construction is expected to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in written correspondence, maintaining open communication with the construction team and resolving issues proactively.

What role does the Director of Construction play in scheduling?

The Director is responsible for overseeing the planning and scheduling of all construction activities, ensuring that job site activities align with job schedules and business partner scopes of work to facilitate timely home completions and deliveries.

Is a driver's license required for this position?

Yes, a valid Driver’s License with a good driving record is required for the Director of Construction role.

Real Estate
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1954
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

One of the Nation's leading homebuilders providing homes for first-time, move-up, luxury, urban and active adult buyers. Lennar was founded in 1954 in Miami, Florida and currently builds in 19 states and more than 44 markets across the Nation. Lennar also provides financial services to our buyers through Lennar Mortgage and Lennar Title. Lennar operates based on our founding principles of Quality, Value and Integrity. We have also just relaunched our Everything's Included Homes across the nation.