Business Manager - Construction

Caplow Manzano Construction is hiring a Business Manager with experience in construction management. This candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of construction administration and work closely with the GC and Ownership.ResponsibilitiesReview and manage all subcontracts to ensure payment terms and schedules are followed accordingly;Fluidly manage all aspects of construction financials on multiple projects including bookkeeping, subcontractor payments, and schedule of values;Submit and track purchase orders;Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and industry partners;Conduct research as needed across multiple projects, including but not limited to vendors, subcontractors, and materials;Manage community relations, including neighborhood outreach in project areas;Participate in meetings to not just capture minutes, but also determine action items, prepare summaries, and oversee any related operational execution;Administer Human Resources including payroll processing, insurance, compliance, vacation scheduling, etc;Execute additional tasks as needed and assigned by GC or Principals.Required QualificationsA minimum of 5 years work experience in construction;Excellent organizational and time-management abilities;Ability to review letters and contracts; eye for detail; good written communication skillsAbility to read blueprints, schematics, and construction documents;Experience in small business management, including but not limited to financial and legal contract oversight;Experience with construction scheduling software;Strong communication skills; sense of humor; poise under pressure;A bachelor's and/or master's degree in business, construction management, or similar field a plus;Fluency in spanish a plus;Commitment & CompensationSalary $60,000 to $70,000 based on experience and qualifications. Full-time and in person at Coconut Grove office. Profit sharing, health insurance and PTO offered after trial period. Opportunities for advancement into higher roles over time. EOE.ContactApplicants will not be considered without sending a brief letter of interest and resume to office@.About Caplow ManzanoBased in Miami, Caplow Manzano designs a new type of home that is uniquely adapted to maximize occupant health. Composed of architects, engineers, and designers who believe that the future of South Florida demands rethinking the way we build, the firm's philosophy, called "design for life," refers to homes that support a healthy life, that are eco-friendly, and that last for at least 100 years. Caplow Manzano's homes are elevated for a century of sea level rise and reinvented from the inside out to improve indoor air quality by eliminating hiding places for mold, mildew, pests, and allergens. The firm also emphasizes thermal performance, lifetime carbon impacts, and solar energy. Caplow Manzano offers architecture, real estate development, LEED and WELL consulting, and construction services. The firm's achievements have been recognized by the US Green Building Council, the International Well Building Institute, Architectural Digest, Dwell, Forbes, and the Miami Herald. 

Created: 2025-02-23