National Occupation Code (NOC): 0712

Home building managers or builders own, operate and manage companies engaged in the construction of new residential homes. Home renovation managers or renovators own, operate and manage companies engaged in the renovation of existing residential homes.

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Job Duties for Home building and renovation managers

• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of a residential home building or renovating company
• Prepare bids for home construction or renovation projects
• Consult with customers, architects and engineers regarding plans and specifications
• Select, hire and supervise trade subcontractors to do specialized work, such as plumbing, heating and electrical work
• Plan and prepare work schedules and co-ordinate the activities of subcontractors
• Inspect work performed by subcontractors to ensure quality and conformity with plans and specifications
• Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers and trade subcontractors
• Develop and implement marketing and advertising strategies to promote company's products and services
• May perform carpentry or other trade work during home construction or renovation activities.

Working Conditions for Home building and renovation managers

Work is performed both in office environments and on active construction sites, where safety precautions must be taken to prevent injury from power tools, equipment, and heights.

Alternate Job Titles

• Builder - Renovation
• Builder - Residential
• Home Builder
• Home Building Contractor
• Home Renovation Contractor
• Home Renovator
• Housing Rehabilitation Specialist - Builder
• Housing Renovator
• Low-rise Residential Home Builder
• Rehabilitation And Renovation Specialist
• Renovation Contractor
• Residential Home Builder
• Residential Homes Contractor
• Residential Renovation Contractor
• Renovation Helper
• Builder
• Job Site Manager