Residential Construction Superintendent

Compensation will be salary $55,000-$75,000 plus project-based bonuses

Job Type: Full Time – general work schedule is Monday-Friday 8 AM-5 PM plus additional hours as necessary to perform outlined duties. Job is primarily located throughout New Hanover and Brunswick Counties From Topsail Island to Oak Island, NC including Bald Head Island.

What We Stand For

What you do matters, experience Southern Concepts employee-first culture where you are appreciated, valued, and empowered to work together for a higher purpose living out our 5 Core Company Values:

• Spirit of Excellence
• Innovate to Elevate
• We Before Me
• Grace Through Generosity
• Doing the Right Thing

Qualifications:

• Teamwork and working together to achieve goals is extremely important to you.
• You have a desire to lead by example with the grace of servant leadership, embracing and adapting to change and maintaining respect, dignity, and integrity.
• You exude a positive attitude and sustain contagious energy throughout all your activities.
• You are dedicated to supporting a safe working environment.
• You are always learning! You are proactive in seeking out education, training and growing perspective
• You take pride in your work.
• You love checklists. You like to stay busy, balance priorities and utilize your organizational skills.
• You understand Construction is an ever-changing industry and remain flexible with your schedule.

Job Responsibilities:

• The planning, scheduling, implementation and coordination of quality-built homes from development through final construction on a timely and economical basis.
• Supervise and coordinate all aspects of residential construction in conjunction with Southern Concepts Design & Build’s core values.
• Complete all homes according to schedule. Update and monitor all schedules daily through Cruxos project management computer software.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of ever changing construction practices, materials, building codes and OSHA requirements.
• Prevents fines and interruptions by complying with and enforcing all codes and or policies set forth.
• Directs all field personnel to achieve completion of the project on schedule, within budget, with quality workmanship that conforms to original plans and specifications.
• Evaluate and recommend construction methods to increase quality and profitability.
• Ensure that all homes are built to meet all requirements established by the construction plans, building codes, buyer’s contract selections, specifications and any applicable change orders.
• Conduct walk through meetings in conjunction with other staff members to ensure all questions and concerns are answered. Ensure any deficiencies are noted and corrected prior to closing in conjunction with walk through procedures.
• Develop and maintain strong subcontractor, building inspector, and supplier relationships.
• Perform other duties as directed by reporting supervisors.
• Leads efforts to promote safety on projects and monitors subcontractor’s work in complying with the company’s safety program.
• Conducts weekly safety meetings.
• Responsible for correction on any deficient workmanship and sub-standard work.
• Maintains the construction documents (lot files, trade associate files, plan rack, etc.) at the job site so that all pertinent information is readily available.
• Selection, coordination, oversight & management of people, materials, budgets, schedules & contracts.
• Obtain insurance info and scope of work for various labor needs.
• Schedule and monitor trade partners during the entire construction process from start to closing. Informs and trains trade partners regarding company policies and procedures, including safety and OSHA compliance.
• Approve trade partner’s purchase orders and invoices for assigned homes, while ensuring completion of work in a quality and timely manner. Maintains trade partner scorecards on performance and submits to management.
• Interact with architecture, engineering, studio, purchasing and accounting to consider their input/deadlines during the process to ensure timely quality construction.
• Monitor and resolve customer or construction concerns to facilitate smooth final closing process.
• Deliver Pre-Construction and Pre-Drywall orientations with buyers to reinforce contact with buyer throughout the construction process.
• Deliver a consistent and effective homeowner orientation to ensure the buyer experiences a positive transition to their new home.
• Take ownership of construction matters/issues and works directly with the salesforce to emphasize teamwork and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to work the when needed (respond to emergency calls or other issues during off-hours).
• Local travel required within designated region.
• Conduct business in a professional and ethical manner to potential buyers, trade partners, external officials, and coworkers to reinforce goodwill and profitability for the company

Experience requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years residential construction experience as a superintendent or similar position.
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Construction Management or Trade Associates degree, preferred.
• Clean Driving Record with current NC or SC Driver's License, clean Criminal Background Check, pass applicable drug tests.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities including motivating teams, employee development, and being results oriented.
• Strong people skills, including the capability to handle various personalities and develop professional relationships.
• Action oriented, with the drive to push projects and tasks to successful closure.
• Proven ability of being customer centric by seeking solutions from the customer’s perspective.
• Strong verbal & written communication, with the ability to take complex concepts and communicate accurately and persuasively.
• Experience making quick and accurate decisions based heavily on facts, data and/or metrics.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Knowledge of construction management theory and practice.
• Knowledge of construction building codes and building methods.
• Must have strong computer skills and a strong understanding of modern technology as it related to the modern construction work industry.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to take initiative, use good judgment, demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and follow-up and carry multiple projects through to completion.
• Proficient with construction related tools such as tape measure, construction level, calculator, etc.
• Proven experience with excellent attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

SALARY WILL BE BASED OFF EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Physical Requirements:

This is a position which requires the Superintendent to frequently walk, stand, and climb stairs in/around construction sites, apartment homes, models and properties. Must maintain professional appearance and be able to work in a construction environment in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, hail, wind, sleet), around hazardous chemicals, dust, dirt, and other particulates. Must also have the ability to operate an automobile, read large quantities of information, operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and carry up to 100 lbs. independently. Finger dexterity is necessary.