70011
Canada Good
Home building and renovation managers
Home building managers own, operate and manage companies engaged in the construction of new residential homes. Home renovation managers own, operate and manage companies engaged in the renovation of existing residential homes.
Employment Outlooks
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Salary Information
National wage data for this occupation
Entry-level
CA$15.80
/hr
Typical
CA$22.50
/hr
Experienced
CA$51.44
/hr
Average: CA$27.88/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Examples
Illustrative Examples
- home builder
- home renovation contractor
- home renovator
- renovation contractor
- residential homes contractor
All Examples
- builder
- 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
Main Duties
Main Duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- 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 coordinate 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.
Requirements
Employment Requirements
- Extensive experience in the home construction industry, including experience as a general supervisor, is usually required for self-employment as a home builder or a home renovator.
- Leading in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification may be an asset in bidding on and obtaining building and renovation projects.