Director of Construction

Company: Lennar
Location: Huntley
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

The Director of Construction will direct, supervise and manage construction department.--Also oversees production and quality related functions, such as Customer Care, OSHA, Associate Training and Land Development.Production:* Lead, coach, mentor and manage individuals and team to ensure top performance of all team members in achieving desired results while finding efficient and effective solutions that create overall organizational value.* 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 Division President 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* 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 productQualifications: * 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

Keywords: Lennar, Elgin , Director of Construction, Professions , Huntley, Illinois