Assistant Superintendent

Dowbuilt • Big Sky, MT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We're hiring an assistant superintendent . Assistant superintendents are dedicated on-site construction managers, coordinating, and overseeing detailed scopes of work and safety of field crew and subcontractors. They have highly advanced interior and exterior carpentry skills and a demonstrated ability to execute work within very tight tolerances. They have an aptitude for providing creative constructability solutions to a variety of design challenges and are key to executing the high-quality work that Dowbuilt is known for. This role requires a deep knowledge of construction best practices and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with the crew, clients, vendors, subtrades, designers, engineers/consultants, and architects.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience as a carpenter/finish carpenter, preferably within the residential construction industry
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide variety of people
• Ability to motivate others to perform work at their highest and best
• Proficiency with company software tools: MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word), Bluebeam, FieldWire, Procore and Smartsheet
• Enthusiasm for fostering an inclusive work environment, leading diverse teams, and a commitment to increasing equity for all employees
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field and/or equivalent professional experience
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must complete or already have acquired the appropriate safety training commensurate with the position and location
• Advocate for safety in action and attitude; reinforce awareness to reduce risk of injury to self and others
• Ability to follow instructions, take notes, and perform work as designated
• Ability to be an active listener, ask for help, and suggest solutions
• Be a team player and foster a positive and constructive environment onsite
• Exhibit good manners and respect for the team, subcontractors, and clients
• Consistently work toward a high level of accuracy and efficiency
• Continually learn and develop new skills and capabilities
• Possess technical knowledge of building methods and construction practice
• Ability to manage stress and maintain composure in challenging situations
• Demonstrate accountability
• Master Finish Carpenter experience and competencies include: Trim work in either paint grade or stain grade material is tight with no gap
• Crown molding install at various wall angles with coped or mitered joinery
• Base coping expert
• Paneling fabrication and install
• Expert at dimensioning lumber to exact size – even tapered pieces of trim
• Familiar with some stair work including handrails and skirt boards
• Satisfactory math skills for figuring out angles and pitches for roofs, stairs, and railings
• Ability to hang doors efficiently with dead even reveals on 3 sides
• Customize doors to correct size and configuration including gluing up to 2-3 piece moving wall-type doors
• Ability to hang blank doors from scratch
• Familiar with mortising & installing door hardware
• Must have glue-up joinery skills for shelving, table or bench tops
• Familiar with sharpening techniques for chisels & plane blades. Keep edge tools sharp
• Skilled and efficient cabinet installer; scribed joints in cabinetry and other casework is tight
• Demonstrate and support a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all promised deadlines are met, that slipping deadlines are identified early, and that new deadlines are communicated to the Superintendent and Project Manager
• Lead finish crew with a positive attitude and collaborative approach.
• Utilize Field Check-In’s on a quarterly basis for performance feedback, mentoring, and career development.
• Conduct site walk-throughs in order to help subcontractors prepare proposals and site-specific safety plans
• Enforce workplace rules and standards, site rules, and safety guidelines. Implement disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Collaborate with Project Team to establish a finish scope estimate (i.e., Control Estimate) and co-manage Dowbuilt labor, materials, and subcontractor costs (i.e., Cost-to-Complete report review)
• Manage and conduct building layout & dimensional control, proficient with use of builder’s level, rotary Laser levels, total stations, etc.
• Collaborate with Superintendent to establish and maintain manpower projections and report any changes in resource needs to the labor management team in a timely manner.
• Utilize Field Labor Projections to project labor requirements.
• In conjunction with Superintendent, plan, communicate, and maintain the daily and weekly work scopes and finish expectations with the crew. Utilize the 3-week look-ahead and other tools.
• Provide Superintendent information for Daily Job Logs daily verbally or written or in Fieldwire or the approved Dowbuilt platform if you so choose.
• Ensure that all employees have required tools and equipment per the Company Tool Policy, unique project requirements, and job descriptions
• Provide field-generated information regularly (as-built drawings, photos, architectural measurements, etc.) in an accurate, thorough, complete, and legible format in Fieldwire, Sharefile and other official Dowbuilt platforms. Document as-built information regularly.
• Responsible for adherence to quality standards and finish work protection is always in place
• Meet on an as-needed basis and at the end of a project with reporting staff for Employee Development Meetings (EDMs) and written Field Check-ins
• Maintain neighbor relations with Superintendent.
• Maintain a positive and solution-oriented attitude

Benefits

• Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience
• 100% paid medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance for full-time employees (30% coverage for dependents), first of the month following DOH
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer profit-sharing contribution
• 8 paid holidays each year, no waiting period
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Discretionary bonus
• Opportunities to build for Dowbuilt in other regions, if desired

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees