*Future Opportunities* Residential Construction Superintendent

David Weekley Homes

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Charleston, SC, us on site Until 9/27/2026 First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description

David Weekley Homes is looking for enthusiastic people with residential construction and proven supervisory or management experience to support our Charleston division. This role requires excellent communication skills with a focus on customer service.

Job responsibilities:

  • The planning, scheduling, implementation and coordination of quality-built homes from development through final construction on a timely and economical basis.
  • Involvement in managerial oversight of homes.
  • Selection, coordination, oversight and management of people, materials, budgets, schedules and contracts.
  • Direct and monitor the progress of a variety of projects. 
  • Oversee the scheduling, delivery and use of materials, the quality of construction, worker productivity and compliance with building/safety codes.
  • Maintain safe, clean and compliant job sites.
  • Understand contracts, plans, construction methods and regulations. 
  • Track and control construction costs against the budget in order to avoid cost overruns. 
  • Prepare daily, monthly and quarterly reports. 
  • Locate, negotiate pricing, obtain insurance info and scope of work for various labor needs.
  • Schedule and manage subcontractors and sub-contractor relationships in order to build homes on schedule and close on time.  
  • Complete homes and all customer walk through items prior to closing.  
  • Conduct Home Buyer Meetings with customers.
  • Prior residential production building experience is preferred.
  • Must possess the ability to supervise effectively at all levels and with a variety of personalities.
  • Motivate building partners to perform at a high level of competency.
  • Manage time effectively, multi-task and prioritize in order to meet established goals and deadlines.  
  • Computer proficiency required to handle job costing, payroll and communication with vendors and trades.
  • Be decisive, flexible and work well under pressure when faced with unexpected situations or delays and in a very fast-paced environment. 
  • Can analyze and resolve problems. Excellent organizational, leadership and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Construction Practices and Terminology. Ability to read and understand blueprints and construction documents.
  • Attention to Detail and Persistence in follow-up.
  • Strong sense of urgency.

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What We Offer:

Come build your future with our winning team, recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" 20 times! David Weekley Homes builds in 19 markets across the U.S. and is one of the largest private home builders in America. 

We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:

  • Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k and discretionary 8% match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Profit Sharing
  • Vacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTO
  • New Home Discount for Team Member and Family
  • College Scholarship Program
  • Community Outreach
  • Sabbaticals
  • And more!

David Weekley Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law.

Note to Job Seekers: No telephone calls or walk-ins please. Interviews are by appointment only. Your resume will be reviewed and qualified candidates may be contacted in the event of a potential job match, or if further information is needed.

About this role

Summary

Manage residential home building from planning to customer walk-through, ensuring quality, cost control, and schedule compliance.

Job title

Residential Construction Superintendent

Experience level

proven supervisory or management experience

Industry

construction

Location requirements

On-site in Charleston, SC, USA; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationproject managementblueprintsconstruction practicescost control

Preferred skills

residential building experience

Specializations

residentialsupervisionconstruction methodsblueprintsproject management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Charleston, SC, USA

On-site City