Construction Manager Jobs

At Van Metre, we believe that each employee contributes directly to our growth, success and culture. We seek out candidates who love to challenge themselves and work with others to fulfill this role. Van Metre is seeking a Construction Manager to work in our New Homes Division!
Objective
The Construction Manager must have the ability to organize, develop, maintain and manage and complete projects on schedule, within budget and above industry accepted quality standards. As Construction Manager, you will have direct responsibility for all field management of construction to meet the budgeted goals of the company.
Responsibilities

• Review all construction bibles before starting construction noting all questions to the Construction Manager
• Issue P.O. before any work is started; assure P.O.’s are not contracted items, are properly allocated, and are submitted to Production Manager in timely manner; accurately define quantities where material packages are involved to be changed
• Complete all checklists on time
• Direct all construction activities to meet the annual sales and construction settlements
• Preform all construction inspection with homeowners: Pre-Construction: Pre-Drywall: Pre-Settlement and Rewalk
• Monitor the completion of all pre-settlement items so that when house is ready for settlement there are no outstanding items
• Review with Production Manager the contract specifications and scope of work for each subcontractor regarding their contracted work and the level of quality they are to provide
• Construct projects in accordance with approved plans; maintain company standard level of quality at all times
• Hold weekly job meetings and keep all trade partners aware of priorities and objectives
• Ensure homes are ready for the scheduled pre-settlement inspection with buyer and for settlement
• Maintain a clean site
• Perform all duties professionally, efficiently and effectively, making fair and ethical decisions on matters relating to subcontractors and homeowners
• Provide excellent customer service work and be present for all inspections
• Maintain accurate schedule
• Maintain an attitude of professional pride in the product and in the company at all times

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record
• Managerial experience preferred
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• High School degree or equivalent required
• 5-10+ years’ experience in residential construction

Locations are in Northern Virginia. Owning a toolset is preferred but not required.
Van Metre Companies has been named a Top Workplace by the Washington Post for seven consecutive years! We have received the Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work Award for the last six years, and have received their Corporate Philanthropy Award for the last nine years in a row!!!
We offer excellent benefits, and a work environment that fosters and rewards excellence. We also promote work/life balance, including a robust Employee Wellness Program. We encourage employees to make full use of vacation and company paid volunteer time to refresh their bodies and minds.
Van Metre Mission Statement
The mission of Van Metre Companies is to build and continually improve upon the storied reputation, earned over the years since the Company’s founding in 1955, of providing top quality homes, investment properties and services to our customers and clients. The Company’s emphasis on integrity, professionalism and philanthropy ingrained by our founder Albert G. Van Metre, Sr. has garnered trust and respect in the Washington, D.C. area and beyond. It is critical to our future that we maintain that reputation and assure that Van Metre Companies continues to excel in real estate development and construction and in the management of apartment, retail and office investment properties, as well as in the provision of mortgage and related services. It is the task of our dedicated, energetic, and involved professionals to advance our ability to set the benchmark for luxury living and refined commercial development. The capstone of our mission is to make the “Van Metre” signature an icon for elegant residential communities, and industry leading condominium and apartment communities, as well as Class A neighborhood retail centers and office developments.