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D.R. Horton

21d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior (5-8 years)
  • Construction & Surveying
  • Conroe

AI generated summary

  • You must have a high school diploma or GED, 6 months to 2 years of experience, valid driver’s license, strong communication skills, and the ability to read plans and manage tasks independently.
  • You will inspect homes for quality, schedule inspections, conduct homeowner orientations, manage subcontractors, enforce safety, maintain cleanliness, and support construction schedules effectively.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Six months to 2 years of related experience
  • Must have valid driver’s license and be willing to drive among construction sites in daytime and nighttime
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Commitment to customer satisfaction
  • Ability to read plans and other construction documents
  • Require minimum supervision and ability to create a systematic approach in carrying out assignments
  • Ability to converse with customers, all levels of management and personnel
  • Ability to utilize DRH Construction applications on a smart phone, tablet, or laptop
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
  • Proficiency with MS Office and email
  • Ability to stand and walk for 4 hours straight or up to a full 8-hour day; sit for extended periods; kneel and bend at the waist; climb, balance and stoop, crouch or crawl; walk up and down stairs; climb ladders and scaffolding; walk on unlevel terrain; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision
  • Regular exposure to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places and risk of electrical shock
  • The noise level is generally loud
  • Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college preferred
  • Ability to work effectively in high pressure situations

Responsibilities

  • Inspect each home daily to assure the quality of workmanship, ensure all work is in accordance with plans and specifications, determine the status as it compares to the production schedule
  • Schedule and walk all inspections with inspectors
  • Walk each completed home before the homeowner walk-through and closing sign-off to ensure the home is complete, clean, and meets standards of quality. Note outstanding homeowner walk-through items and schedule repairs
  • Conduct homeowner orientation and any additional walks ensuring homeowner satisfaction
  • Aid Superintendent to ensure subcontractors are managed and continually evaluated on quality, safety, scheduling and cost control measures
  • Enforce the site safety program and ensure subcontractor compliance with company standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations
  • Enforce DR Horton cleanliness standards – Ensure communities and jobsites are free of trash & waste materials
  • Assist Superintendent in managing construction materials to help prevent damage, waste, & theft
  • Support the construction schedule and ensure the highest quality product is delivered on time and within budget
  • Provide a superior level of customer service during all phases of construction
  • Develop and maintain positive relations with subcontractors and homeowners
  • Develop knowledge in building codes, construction materials, methodologies, terminology and construction scheduling
  • In absence of Superintendent, ensure all schedules, policies, and guidelines are maintained
  • Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
  • Ability to work overtime
  • Ability to work additional hours as necessary to meet business needs

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Assistant Superintendent?

The primary responsibility of the Assistant Superintendent is to assist the Superintendent with the management of the community job site as it relates to home construction while ensuring excellent customer service.

What qualifications are required for the Assistant Superintendent position?

The qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, six months to 2 years of related experience, a valid driver’s license, and strong verbal and written communication skills.

Is experience in construction required for this role?

Yes, related experience in construction, ranging from six months to two years, is required for this role.

What type of scheduling is involved in this position?

The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for scheduling and supervising job site subcontractors, as well as walking all inspections with inspectors.

Are there opportunities for career advancement within D.R. Horton?

Yes, D.R. Horton is a growing company that provides opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

What type of benefits does D.R. Horton offer?

D.R. Horton offers an excellent benefits package including medical, vision, dental, a 401(K), an employee stock purchase plan, flex spending accounts, life insurance, and vacation, sick, and personal time.

Are there any physical requirements for the Assistant Superintendent position?

Yes, the position requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, kneel, bend, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and navigate various types of terrain.

Is there a need for overtime in this position?

Yes, the Assistant Superintendent should be available to work overtime and additional hours as necessary to meet business needs.

What is the work environment like for the Assistant Superintendent?

The work environment involves regular exposure to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, and high precarious places, with generally loud noise levels.

How does the company prioritize safety on the job site?

The Assistant Superintendent will enforce the site safety program and ensure subcontractor compliance with company standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations.

D.R. Horton

The number one homebuilder in America since 2002.

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Mission & Purpose

America's Builder is a lofty title, but it's a goal we work toward every day. D.R. Horton started in 1978 in Fort Worth, Texas, and has grown into a national Fortune 500 company. Since 2002, D.R. Horton has been the number one homebuilder in America. We build across the country, bringing our homes to new markets and acquiring like-minded home builders. Through our success, our founding vision hasn't changed. We don't stop building. Wherever the housing market finds itself, we are working to make sure there is a home available for our buyers when they need it. Because we believe homeownership is for everyone, our product lines range from entry-level to luxury. Come work with us or join the team. We'll be happy to show you why we are America's Builder.