Assistant Project Superintendent (Custom Residential Construction)

About Peninsula Custom Homes
Founded in 1978, Peninsula Custom Homes has earned the distinguished reputation as a premier custom residential builder in the San Francisco Bay area. Our employees are our greatest resource, we value their input and willingness to continually help improve the organization and in return provide on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement. When you join PCH you work with a variety of clients who expect the highest quality in building their dream home. At PCH you are a part of a diverse team which values your input and provides you the opportunity to learn from and be supported by multiple team members who have been with the company for over 20 years. At PCH you can take pride in the masterpieces that you help to create.

READ ON IF:
You take pride and ownership in your projects, display quality and craftsmanship through the details, can interpret the design teams’ intent, are passionate about upholding a high reputation, and continue to strive for excellence with a constant learning mentality.

You drive results with a strong Leadership presence, plan ahead and schedule the necessary meetings to complete projects on time, on budget and explain expectations clearly. Display a strategic mindset when directing others, lead by example and adapt to changing priorities while always maintaining and encouraging a positive attitude.

You are relationship driven and understand the importance of building trust with the client, the construction teams. You make sure the job is done the right way even if the client cannot see it. You continue to double and triple check the work and anticipate and mitigate potential problems and delays.

Your are an excellent communicator & team player – You understand that clear communication around goals, priorities, and expectations are the keys to productivity with both internal and external team members. You encourage collaboration and know that different perspectives and ideas lead to the highest success for the team and the project.

Assistant Project Superintendent
Job Summary:

This position provides the opportunity to be trained as a Project Superintendent (PS) to provide on-site coordination for all phases of high-end residential construction projects. Responsibilities of this role include coordinating subcontractor work, maintaining client and design team relationships, ensuring necessary material and equipment for the project, ensures that specifications are being strictly followed, and work proceeds on schedule and within budget at the highest quality and attention to detail. The Assistant Project Superintendent is responsible for scheduling, compliance, quality, cost control, personnel management and job site safety.

Expectations:

• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with clients, architects, designers, all field personnel, and PCH staff
• Strong problem solving-skills; responsibly address issues and problems as they arise
• Ability to make informed decisions
• Ability to understand the overall scope of the job and plan ahead
• Ability to interpret the design team’s intent and provide positive feedback towards solution
• Ability to read and comprehend structural, architectural and shop drawings
• Knowledge of broader trades (electrical, mechanical, plumbing, etc.)
• Manage special projects as assigned

Responsibilities (top 5 functions)

• Ensure jobsite cleanliness and safety
• Assist with PS responsibilities (budgets, field reports and document control)
• Monitor quality standards and building codes for compliance
• Manage three-week look ahead and long-term schedules
• Mentor Lead Carpenters, Carpenters, Trainee Carpenters and Laborers

Skills (regular tasks):

• Manage PCH employees and subcontractors
• Work with Project Superintendent / Project Coordinator to prepare Weekly Job Status Reports
• Assist in scheduling subcontractors and monitor quality of work and productivity
• Promote safe practices and operations on jobsites
• Monitor quality of work and productivity
• Work with Project Management to build working MS Project schedule
• Analyze schedule to anticipate and avoid potential schedule delays and manage client’s expectations
• Establish and maintain jobsite security, layout and organization
• Complete take-offs and order materials
• Sign, accurately code, and submit field invoices for billing
• Conduct regular safety meetings
• Inform job crew of PCH policies as appropriate
• Review shop drawings and work for quality and accuracy

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• 5+ years’ experience as in a related high-end residential construction role required
• Able to read construction documents and knowledgeable in construction methods
• Able to interpret a design’s team intent and provide positive feedback toward a solution
• Able to read and comprehend architectural, structural, MEP, Landscape, reports and shop
• Drawings
• Able to perform general physical tasks common to a Superintendent position (traversing on job sites on uneven terrain, lifting items up to 50 pounds, kneeling, bending, standing, climbing, sitting, talking and hearing, vision, including close, distance, color, peripheral, ability to adjust focus, etc.)
• Possess a valid CA Driver’s License, good driving history and dependable transportation
• Able to pass a pre-employment background check
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Microsoft Project, Word)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary Range of $120k-$142k per year, depending on skills and experience.
• Paid Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Training and Development Opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $142,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 5+ years’ experience in a related high-end residential construction role (5,000 sq ft homes or larger)?
• Do you have experience attending site meetings?
• Do you have experience dealing with schedules & budgets?
• Are you able to read construction documents and plans? Specifically, experience with some keys; shop drawing, structural steel, wood framing, high-end casework and millwork shop drawings, civil engineer drawings, building departments and inspectors?
• Do you have experience communicating with architects, design teams and clients?
• Do you have management experience?

Work Location: In person