Vice President Of Construction

Neal Communities is proud to be recognized as the2022 #1 Top Workplace in Sarasota & Manatee Counties. We are hiring a Vice President of Construction to lead ourconstruction team in the Sarasota area.

Where you work matters! We are a family company, we love what we do, and it shows!

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING AT NEAL COMMUNITIES:

• Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Vendor Discount Program
• Supplemental Insurance
• The People!We take tremendous pride in making a positive difference in our team's lives. Our employees are not just an asset to Neal Communities and its customers; they are essential to the success of our business
• Employee Home Purchase Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(K) with Company Matching Contributions
• Employer Paid ID Theft Protection
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Service Awards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Outstanding Benefits -Health Care - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Excellent Compensation Package

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Coordinate all construction and operating efforts with the Executive Vice President of Operations as needed.
• Be a key executive supporting the identification and due diligence of future acquisitions.
• Directly responsible for division building operations, collaborating on purchasing negotiations, and property management services.
• Ensure proper goal setting and performance evaluation of all employees.
• The division will receive initial support for accounting, finance, and purchasing system support.
• Prepare an annual operating budget for the division.
• Set and approve compensation plans with the assistance of the Vice President of Human Resources.
• Manage Area Construction Managers, Project Managers, Construction Managers, and property management firm representatives.
• Drive starts and construction cycle times for assigned communities to achieve Company business goals.
• Drive quality and customer satisfaction scores to the highest levels.
• Recruit, hire, and train as needed.
• Prepare construction staff compensation packages and process them accordingly.
• Develop efficient organizational construction, warranty, and property management structure for the division.
• Ensure implementation of the business plan regarding permitting, construction starts, construction cycle time, profits, construction quality, customer satisfaction, continuity and growth.
• Conceive and implement all construction and warranty training programs.
• Meet company construction, customer service, property management goals, and overall business plan.
• Ensure Construction Managers employ good business practices consistent with the Company brand, mission, vision, and culture.
• Monitor the follow-thru of construction staff and regularly review active prospects.
• Support and assist Construction Managers in achieving construction goals and objectives for their community.
• Develop a strategic business plan for the division with the Executive Vice President of Operations .
• Train and coach Construction Managers in construction skills on an ongoing basis.
• Research, collect, and analyze competitors’ construction practices regularly and as directed by the Executive Vice President of Operations .
• Project manage future communities as requested by the Executive Vice President of Operations.
• Maintain division in a sound financial condition with the assistance of the Executive Vice President of Operations.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain Build Pro for each assigned community.
• Lead and facilitate weekly construction meetings.
• Ensure all construction and warranty materials are current, accurate, and available in each community
• Set monthly/quarterly goals and evaluate the performance of all division reporting staff.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills.
• Establish quality relationships with other home builders, contractors, and industry consultants.
• Represent the firm in local civic, political, and industry activities and generate positive public relations opportunities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Formal OSHA training is preferred.
• 8+ years of direct experience in a progressively responsible position with a production homebuilder.
• 10+ years of experience in a similar management-level position with a high-volume homebuilder
• Strong relationship, self-organization, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Business, or another related field
• Computer literacy - Previous Build Pro experience recommended

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions.
• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain.
• Fingerdexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator .
• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
• The ability to lift, carry, push and pull 20/60/100 pounds regularly.
• The ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently.
• Continuous walking, standing and moving about.

Weare an Equal Opportunity Employer and aDrug-Free Workplace Employer.