Assistant Superintendent - Elmington
Austin, TX
About the Job
POSITION SUMMARY
Elmington Construction, a thriving builder, embarked on its journey in 2017 with a commitment to excellence and a growth mindset. Over the past three years, we've experienced impressive year-over-year growth ranging from 30% to 40%, a testament to our entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to delivering quality projects.
This position will assist in leading and managing the field team and oversee all work on site. The assistant superintendent will be responsible for quality standards, inspections, safety regulations, orderliness on-site, adherence to company guidelines, collaboration with PM team, and coordination of subcontractors and equipment/materials on site.
All activities will be performed in support of the values of Elmington Construction.
Integrity ~ Precision ~ Growth ~ Driven ~ Relationships
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Effective communication skills
- Manages complexities & details
- Results focused
- Driven to learn
- Basic Mathematical Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Basic Computer Skills
- Knowledge of all facets of ground up Construction
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule format.
- Certificates, Licenses, Registrations - OSHA 30 Hour preferred. If not current, to receive within the first year of employment and keep current.
- Ability to travel if needed
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Knowledge, management, and occasional installation of rough carpentry including layout of foundations/walls/decks, installing wood blocking/hardware/wood guard rails, setting frames/doors/windows, minor concrete formwork, and minor demolition.
- Models safety as a core guiding principle and brings safety concerns to the Superintendent
- Holds subs accountable to proper housekeeping of project site
- Communicates any material delivery needs to project team & superintendent
- Performs a detailed review of project documents to stay ahead of RFI's and future coordination issues
- Assists in daily reports, progress reports, and compliance reports
- Documents subcontractor issues
- Assists in planning the project and updating project schedule
- Plans and establishes the flow of the work activities on the project.
- Reviews approved submittals and ensures installed work is to submittals & specs
- Helps drives project closeout and owner turnover
- Demonstrates adherence to EC policy and processes and teaches EC policy and processes to new team members
- Prioritizes and actively mentors and trains others
The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.
SPECIFIC EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE:
- A degree in Building Science, Construction Management or Civil Engineering is preferred, but can be substituted with experience.
- Minimum of ten years related construction experience and/or training.
- Commercial/Multi-Family Construction experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be able to work outside on construction site including all types of weather (extremes of hot/cold)
- You will be working in a temporary facility/structure.
- Able to stand; crawl; climb ladders & stairs; balance; stoop and kneel; etc (physical activities associated with construction sites)
- You must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- You frequently work near moving mechanical parts. You occasionally work in high, precarious places and are occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. You should be able to recognize these hazards or potential hazards a react accordingly to protect the workforce and provide OSHA compliant safeguards
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel may be required
The Elmington Experience
At Elmington Construction, we foster an entrepreneurial mindset, compensating for the value our team members bring to the table. We provide an environment that encourages room for advancement and career succession, recognizing and rewarding contributions to our collective success. With a team collaboration ethos, constant improvement is not just encouraged but embedded in our culture, offering autonomy to individuals who thrive on innovation.
The company will recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate its employees based upon factors such as work quality, behavior, training, and experience. In compliance with local, state, and federal laws, we provide equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, protected age category, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, military status, or physical or mental disability of any individual who is otherwise qualified.