Land Construction Manager

This is a field-based role, focusing on the horizontal construction components before vertical construction takes over. In this role, you will:

• Provide ongoing management and monitor all phases of land development construction through successful delivery of all lots to Construction Department.
• Coordinate on-site construction activity for scope of work and subcontractors & field consultants as necessary.
• Manageconstruction schedule to ensure on-time delivery of lots in accordance with business plan.
• Verify material deliveries for import/export of fill; pipe; storm drains; concrete and amenity construction.
• Ensure that all active construction sites comply with regulatory and safety requirements of jurisdictional agencies and corporate policy.
• Regularly review all active development projects, including other construction activities as may be assigned from time to time, to verify work in progress, contractor activity and manpower.
• Coordinate inspection process in cooperation with site contractor. Schedule municipal and utility inspectors.
• Communicate safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors; enforce safety regulations on all job sites.
• Ensure that finished lots are delivered to construction department in accordance with division standards.
• Interact daily with various departments of company, field personnel, site contractors, subcontractors, field consultants and jurisdictional agency representatives.
• Work with construction department to resolve finished lot deficiencies.
• Prepare and submit weekly progress reports
• Other duties or projects as assigned or needed.

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• High School Diploma or equivalent. College degree in Construction Management, preferred
• 5 - 8 years off-site/infrastructureconstruction experience with increasing levels of project oversight experience
• Experience with heavy civil or infrastructure construction preferred
• Knowledge of heavy civil construction practices.
• Must be able to read construction documents, surveys and technical reports to maintain quality control and oversee all aspects of construction including underground utilities, paving, grading and drainage infrastructure.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Excellent communication skills
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize projects, work against deadlines and organize work flow with multiple interruptions
• Organized, with ability to prioritize multiple projects and workflow of department to meet deadlines, often with frequent interruptions and changing circumstances.
• Takes initiative and works with minimal oversight; proactively addresses problems with regards to work product, process and personnel.

Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you! From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we are focused on delivering a Life.Built.Better.. Meritage is committed to building energy-efficient and affordable entry-level and first move-up homes across the US. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as bringing their authentic self every day to be part of an inclusive organization. Meritage was certified a Great Place To Work for a second year in a row, and is currently ranked on Fortune's Best Workplaces listings in the categories of Construction, Women and Parents. Meritage has delivered over 200,000 homes in its 40-year history, and has a reputation for its distinctive style, quality construction, and award-winning customer experience. Meritage is looking for professionals who are self-starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas.

When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:

• A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level
• An organization that lives by its core values everyday
• Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset
• State of the art technology to provide an optimal working environment
• A competitive pay structure
• Strong benefits
• Flexibility in work-life integration
• Team-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company
• Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization
• Maintain a competitive drive to be the best