Construction Manager

Homestead Building Solutions brings together four trusted names in the building materials industry—Homestead Building Systems, Barrons Lumber, Massey Builders Supply, and Alco Doors—uniting more than a century of craftsmanship, innovation, and customer service.

As part of the US LBM family of companies, we proudly serve builders, remodelers, and contractors across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., providing high-quality building materials, installation, expert support, and the personal service that defines true partnership.

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A Brief Overview
The Construction Manager has overall accountability for the management and administration of construction contracts in the achievement of both functional goals and project success.

Pay Rate: $65K - $75K, depending on experience.

What you will do

• Direct and coordinate all construction activities in the department to obtain optimum efficiency and to achieve maximum profits.
• Develop and maintain consistent, efficient construction practices; communicate and execute such practices in the field, review and revise construction procedures/practices.
• Track productivity data utilizing the production plans.
• Develop field systems to assure consistency, quality, safety, accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage performance and development of the project managers.
• Conduct quarterly performance reviews.
• Provide technical and managerial training and mentoring for all direct reports.
• In conjunction with the location manager and the sales manager, develop strong relationships with all customers in the Builders network and promote the organization in the industry.
• Initiate meetings and communications with subordinates and customers regarding the resolution of ongoing issues, the implementation of new procedures and policies, and the development of new plans and ideas working with the president and operations manager.
• Assist in the overview of company business units to continually develop improvements in all areas related to the business.
• Approve all Lead Carpenter and Foremen and place all new hires for the department.
• Maintain proper risk management to keep the company from being the victim of theft and/or fraud by reviewing and evaluating the adequacy of internal controls for all systems - including financial/accounting systems, computer systems, as well as building security systems.
• Demonstrate leadership in the Continuous Improvement process.
• Maintain a daily journal and a current procedure manual of all assigned duties and complete all documentation and filing to protect future litigation.
• Cultivate sub/temp labor relationships. Assist in onboarding, placement and regular check-ins on compliance, conversion and growth opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with operational safety and security policies and procedures.
• Act as a liaison between the inside team, factory and customers
• Comfortable with some hand tool use (screwdrivers/drills/etc.)

Required For All Jobs

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Adhere to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.
• Participate in and complete assigned trainings.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred; or equivalent in related work experience required.

Experience Qualifications

• 4-6 years of management experience required.
• 4-6 years of experience as a Project Manager required.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Solid leadership and organizational skills, as well as strong attention to details are necessary.
• Good math and computer skills, written and verbal communications skills required.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of residential construction and OSHA Safety regulations.
• Ability to understand financial statements, effective planning and scheduling capability.

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Homestead Building Solutions, a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.