Job Description

Job Description

Construction Manager

Position Summary

This is a rare opportunity to work directly with the CEO and founder of EC Homes, a leading South Carolina home builder with a reputation for quality residential construction since 1989. By joining our leadership team, you'll gain hands-on mentorship, exposure to executive decision-making, and the chance to grow your career into a Director of Construction and eventually Vice President of Operations.

EC Homes is in growth mode, expanding communities across Columbia and the metropolitan area. Our company is known for residential homebuilding excellence, new community development, construction management, and customer satisfaction.

If you are ambitious, results-driven, and ready to advance your career in residential construction leadership, this role offers a career path to long-term growth, leadership development with a Director/VP potential within 12-18 months with salary alignment as we continue to grow, and impact in one of South Carolinas most trusted and fastest-growing homebuilders.

About Us:

Executive Construction Homes is a family-owned, faith-based homebuilder with 30 years of history in Elgin, South Carolina. We are guided by our core values. Uncompromising Quality, Enduring Value, and Earned Trust, and our purpose is to make the dream of homeownership a reality for families across our community.

Key Responsibilities (Construction Manager)

Regional Leadership & Operations

• Lead construction operations across assigned communities/projects, ensuring alignment with company standards and timelines.
• Translate company strategy into clear execution plans for your area.
• This role will have 3-5 direct project manager reports.

Project Oversight

• Manage the end-to-end construction life cycle from pre-construction and permitting through inspections and final delivery.
• Ensure all projects in your region are delivered on time, on budget, and to EC Houses quality standards.

Team & Trade Partner Management

• Recruit, coach, and develop project managers, superintendents, and field teams within your area.
• Cultivate strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to maintain reliable, cost-effective performance.

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Enforce building codes, safety requirements, and company construction standards across all projects.
• Drive consistency in workmanship, energy efficiency, and customer experience.

Financial Accountability

• Oversee area budgets, monitor job costs, review change orders, and protect project margins.
• Partner with purchasing and leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with sales, design, purchasing, and land development to coordinate smooth project delivery.
• Represent EC Houses in customer meetings and ensure homeowners are informed and satisfied throughout the process.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Undergraduate degree (preferred) in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 5+ years of residential or custom home building experience; multi-site or executive-level experience preferred.

Technical Skills

• Experience in preconstruction, scheduling, permitting, and inspections.
• Proficiency with construction management tools (Procore, Viewpoint, MS Project) and ERP systems.

Leadership & Communication

• Ability to communicate and inspire teams, shape culture, and collaborate across disciplines.
• Skilled negotiator with strong vendor and client relationship-building ability.

Certifications (Preferred)

• OSHA 30-Hour, PMP, CCM, or equivalent certifications.

Ideal Profile

• Experience in entry-level, single-family production homes.
• Ability to deliver multiple complex projects or subdivisions on time and within budget.
• Financial acumen and ability to balance field execution with office administration.

Why Join EC Houses?

• Be part of a respected, locally owned custom home builder known for quality, design, and energy efficiency.
• Take the lead in shaping construction operations, culture, and innovation during a period of growth.
• Influence every stage of the homeowner journey while advancing your career at the executive level.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• OSHA 30 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Elgin, SC 29045 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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