Assistant Superintendent

D.R. Horton•Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

D.R. Horton is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to help manage community construction sites and support the Superintendent. The role focuses on home construction, quality, scheduling, cost management, safety, site upkeep, inspections, and customer service throughout the construction process. The Assistant Superintendent also helps ensure homes are completed on time, within budget, and to company quality standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Six months to 2 years of related experience.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive among construction sites during daytime and nighttime.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to customer satisfaction.
Ability to read plans and other construction documents.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and use a systematic approach to assignments.
Ability to converse with customers and personnel at all levels of management.
Ability to use DRH Construction applications on a smartphone, tablet, or laptop.
Proficiency with MS Office and email.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college.
Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

Inspect each home daily for workmanship quality, compliance with plans and specifications, and progress against the production schedule.
Schedule and attend inspections with inspectors.
Inspect completed homes before homeowner walk-throughs and closing sign-off; record outstanding items and schedule repairs.
Conduct homeowner orientations and additional walk-throughs to support homeowner satisfaction.
Assist the Superintendent in managing and evaluating subcontractors for quality, safety, scheduling, and cost control.
Enforce the site safety program and ensure subcontractor compliance with company standards and applicable safety codes and regulations.
Enforce cleanliness standards and keep communities and jobsites free of trash and waste materials.
Help manage construction materials to prevent damage, waste, and theft.
Support the construction schedule and help deliver a high-quality product on time and within budget.
Provide customer service during all phases of construction.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with subcontractors and homeowners.
Develop knowledge of building codes, construction materials, methodologies, terminology, and construction scheduling.
In the Superintendent’s absence, maintain schedules, policies, and guidelines.
Conduct business professionally and ethically to serve customers and support company goodwill and profitability.
Work overtime and additional hours as necessary to meet business needs.