Construction Punch Manager

Elmington Construction is a Nashville-based general contractor and construction management company providing comprehensive residential and commercial services with a partnership approach. We specialize in affordable and multi-family housing and have completed 36 projects with 21 more under construction in states across the US.

Our experienced leadership team understands market dynamics and has refined our processes to minimize typical construction conflicts, delivering exceptional results that provide clients confidence and peace of mind throughout their journey with the Elmington family.

All activities will be performed in support of the values of Elmington Construction.

Integrity ~ Precision ~ Growth ~ Driven ~ Relationships

The Construction Punch Manager is responsible for leading the punch and project closeout process from substantial completion through final turnover. This role ensures all work meets Elmington's quality standards, coordinates punch activities across trades, manages a dedicated punch crew, and drives timely completion of outstanding items. The Punch Manager serves as a flexible field resource and may be assigned to projects requiring additional support during punch, closeout, quality control, staffing transitions, or other critical project phases.

This individual partners with project teams providing hands‑on leadership and operational support wherever needed to drive successful project completion.

Success in this role is measured by the timely completion of punch and closeout activities, turnover milestones, adherence to Elmington quality standards, and effective deployment of punch resources across the portfolio.

• Relationship management
• Problem solving & decision making
• Business acumen
• Construction quality control & punch management
• Leadership & team development
• Construction drawings & specification interpretation
• Ability to travel

• Understanding & upholding the Elmington Standard
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Elmington's quality standards, finishes, and project expectations
• Develop a thorough understanding of the project's drawings, specifications, and scope requirements to effectively lead punch execution and project closeout efforts
• Ensure completed work reflects the level of quality expected by Elmington and its clients
• Champion craftsmanship, attention to detail, and pride in the finished product
• Train punch crew members on punch expectations and quality standards
• Serve as the final quality control resource prior to project turnover
• Proactively identify recurring quality issues and recommend corrective actions

• Directly supervise and coordinate the daily activities of assigned punch personnel
• Coordinate the deployment of punch personnel to active project teams when punch‑specific assignments are not required
• Travels and stays at jobsite location for 2-4 weeks during punch & closeout periods
• Coordinate supplemental labor resources, including trade partners and temporary staffing solutions, when internal punch resources are unavailable
• Manage tools needed that assist punch teams to perform efficiently when going to different locations
• Support project teams, when needed, in punch process
• Establish daily and weekly priorities for punch completion
• Assign work effectively based on crew capabilities and project needs
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to team members
• Foster a culture of accountability, urgency, and quality
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company safety standards
• Coordinate with project team to maintain alignment on closeout priorities
• Maintain positive working relationships with internal teams and subcontractors
• Lead by example through…