Construction Manager chez First America Homes

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.

Construction Managers are responsible for overseeing and coordinating all phases of new home construction, from permitting to closing. This includes managing multiple homes within an assigned subdivision, ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and quality standards. Key responsibilities involve coordinating subcontractors, conducting homebuyer walk-throughs, and overseeing inspections to guarantee compliance with company guidelines and specifications. The location of the assigned subdivision is determined by the Area Construction Manager and may change based on the needs of the Company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Site Supervision & Coordination

• Oversee the complete homebuilding process within an assigned community or geographic area, ensuring timely and efficient project execution.
• Supervise and mentor field assistants while managing and coordinating the activities of trade contractors and material suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to established production timelines, trade schedules, and cost-control procedures.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and quality standards throughout all phases of construction.
• Address and resolve homeowner warranty requests promptly and professionally.
• Maintain clear, courteous, and proactive communication with homebuyers throughout the construction and closing process.
• Foster consistent, transparent communication with the corporate office to ensure alignment on project progress and priorities.
• Construction Managers are responsible for supervising and providing on-the-job training to Construction Manager Trainees (CMTs), if assigned to their community.

CORE VALUES

• Integrity: Do the right thing, always. Corporate sustainability can only be achieved through trust and integrity.
• Growth: Strive to do more. There is no growth in your comfort zone and no comfort in your growth zone.
• Innovation: Think differently. Innovation is the ability to see change as an opportunity, not a threat.
• Vision: A strong team turns a vision into reality. We focus not on where we are, but where we are headed.
• Excellence: Excellence is not a skill, it’s an attitude. We are what we repeatedly do. It is not an act, but a habit.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Minimum 2 years new home building experience preferreD
• New home construction experience required 
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks. 
• Professional manner and a strong ethical code. 
• Capable of resolving issues and managing interactions with upset homeowners. 
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to build positive working relationships across all members in the organization.
• Strong sense of urgency
• Ability to multitask and remain motivated and positive. 

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management preferred

Job Type: Full-time

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.