Manager, Construction

About Carvana

At Carvana, we’re changing the way people buy and sell cars. With an ambitious vision and a fundamentally different approach designed to be fun, fast, and fair, Carvana became the fastest-growing automotive retailer in history. We expanded nationally, went public on the New York Stock Exchange, sold our 1 millionth car, and reached the Fortune 500, all in just eight years. 

Today, with 4 million retail customers and counting, Carvana is both the fastest-growing and the most profitable public automotive retailer, and we’re just getting started. We continue to raise the bar for our customers as we tackle the enormous opportunity still ahead in the largest consumer vertical.  

Working here means being part of a team that embraces change, celebrates creative problem solving, and always strives to be better. At Carvana, you’ll have the opportunity to take on meaningful challenges, learn quickly, and help shape the future of automotive retail. If you’re driven to grow and make an impact as part of a collaborative team, you’ll fit right in. Learn more about what it’s like to work here from the people that already do. 

About the team and position
The Construction Manager is an energetic construction leader to join a rapidly growing organization.  We need someone who wants to be at the forefront of breaking ground in the tech industry…. And in commercial real estate! The Construction Manager will lead a team responsible for building our large and distinctive industrial and retail properties. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience with ground up construction and a keen understanding of project management principles. The ideal candidate must also possess leadership and superior communication skills. Most importantly, you will see your insights have an immediate, tangible impact every day in an exciting and unique company.   

This is a primarily on-site position, Monday through Friday, at our corporate HQ in Tempe, Arizona. Travel required nationally - around 50%

What you’ll be doing 

• Lead a team of construction professionals to meet the rapid commercial real estate growth goals of the company.
• Work closely with construction project managers in all phases of a project; design, permit, bid, build. 
• Oversee project budgets and cost tracking to ensure leadership has accurate understanding of project cost and trends.   
• Utilize expertise to provide support and facilitate the development and growth of team members as they expand their roles and responsibilities. 
• Lead negotiations with external partners such as Architects, Civil Engineers, General Contractors, Utility Consultants, Soil Engineers, and other professionals to sync their objectives with the company’s goals creating a win/win relationship.
• Educate and promote the use of fundamental project management processes and methodologies.
• Recognize the critical path of a project and work with the appropriate teams, both internal and external, developing plans to stay on track.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership regarding project schedules, possible accelerations or delays and project budgets, cost savings and overruns. 

What you should have/know

• 7+ years of experience in construction project management, specifically ground-up construction. 
• 3+  years experience leading individuals and teams
• A Bachelor's degree in construction management or related/relevant field is preferred
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures and project management principles
• Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Must be proactive, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Advanced interpersonal skills, ability to interface with a variety of personalities with professionalism
• Proven track record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment, with an entrepreneurial approach to project management and a commitment to team support
• Able to help create, develop, and implement process improvements
• Must promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners
• Must be proficient in standard office software applications (Google suite)
• Must be willing to travel as necessary (up to 50% of the time)

What we’ll offer in return

• Full-Time salary  position with a competitive salary and Carvana stock compensation.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
• A company culture focused on high performance and bar-raising, with vast opportunity to learn and grow.

Other requirements
To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. 

Legal stuff
Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check.  This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer.  All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.  Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.