Construction Manager

At Van Metre, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity. We are committed to creating an environment where every voice is valued and heard. We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive on challenges and collaboration to join our team. Van Metre is actively looking to hire a talented Construction Manager to contribute to our New Homes Division!

OBJECTIVE:

As a Construction Manager at Van Metre, you'll play a pivotal role in organizing, developing, and managing projects to ensure they're completed on schedule, within budget, and surpassing industry quality standards. Your leadership will directly impact the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead all construction activities to achieve annual sales and construction settlements goals.

Conduct thorough reviews of construction plans before commencement, addressing any questions or concerns promptly.

Facilitate weekly job meetings to align trade partners with project priorities and objectives.

Oversee construction projects to ensure adherence to approved plans and maintain our high-quality standards.

Prepare homes for pre-settlement inspections and settlements, ensuring customer satisfaction.

Maintain accurate schedules and issue purchase orders in a timely manner, adhering to budgetary constraints.

Provide exceptional customer service and attend all inspections, demonstrating professionalism and pride in our work.

Collaborate with the Production Manager to ensure subcontractors meet contract specifications and deliver the expected level of quality.

Monitor and ensure the completion of all pre-settlement items to streamline the settlement process.

REQUIREMENTS:

5-10+ years of experience in residential construction, with managerial experience preferred.

High School diploma or equivalent qualification.

Valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.

Strong multitasking abilities and effective time management skills.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

This is an on-site position and locations are in Northern Virginia. To learn more about our current and upcoming projects, you can view them at Van Metre Homes.

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.