Job Opening: Construction Services Supervisor
Semmes & Co. Builders, Inc., a General Contractor, seeks a highly motivated construction professional with multi-trade experience in the field, as well as leadership skills and high-level digital literacy, to manage and execute special remodel projects and home maintenance and repair services for high-end homes in San Luis Obispo County.
Responsibilities: 50% office / 50% field
Manage all field work for the Services Division: Home Management Program, Special Projects, and Warranty.
Conduct initial site walk for all new projects to understand client needs, define scope of work, and document sufficient information (measurements, photos, specs, etc.) to generate an estimate.
Devise solutions and provide professional recommendations to address client needs.
Assist clients in the materials selection process by connecting them with the appropriate vendors.
Accurately communicate scope of work and request bids from subcontractors, as needed.
Build internal labor and materials estimates for self-performed scopes by leveraging your intimate knowledge of construction assemblies and field execution timelines.
Manage master schedule across all projects, accounting for material lead times, subcontractor availability, internal resource utilization, and unforeseen delays.
Execute the scope of work—50% self-perform handyman-type service work / 50% supervision of crew and subs.
Maintain a detailed record of actual labor hours and materials/subcontractor costs expended for each project, and ensure budget alignment.
Assist in keeping all project management records up to date.
Assist with project closeout, including quality control audits, notice of completion, and client satisfaction surveys.
Review all job costs and authorize invoicing.
Assist in generating performance reports and documenting lessons learned for ongoing division development.
Required Skills:
Expert-level construction skills with the ability to alternate between supervision and hands-on work, as needed.
Ability to provide leadership in a diverse workforce full of varying skill level.
Ability to manage multiple construction projects simultaneously.
Exceptional organization skills, with an ability to understand and work with established processes and procedures to keep projects on track and meet deadlines.
Ability to create budgets, assess bids, and work with construction plans.
Attention to detail, especially with materials, measurements, colors, product specs, etc.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe, and an ability to learn MS Project and QuickBooks, or other programs, as necessary.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for use in client and vendor interactions.
Ability to cultivate client/vendor relationships and to work effectively as a team member.
This position is ideal for anyone with a minimum of 5 years of construction and leadership experience with an interest in sustainability. This is a full-time position with benefits. Starting compensation ranges from $32-$40+ per hour depending on experience.
To apply, upload your resume & cover letter online at http://semmesco.com/employment-application/ by COB on Friday, April 12th.
More About Us:
Semmes & Co. Builders is a 45-year-old custom home building company that specializes in highly unique custom features, including rammed earth, off-grid solar, straw bale, and cutting-edge building science. Our clients expect the best because our reputation demands it.