D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website atwww.drhorton.comfor more information.D.R. Horton, Inc.is currently looking for aAssistant Superintendent. The right candidate will assists the Superintendent with the management of the community job site as it relates to home construction while providing excellent customer service. This includes but is not limited to assisting in scheduling and supervising job site subcontractors, maintaining quality standards, cost management, homeowner walk-throughs, inspections, community maintenance and upkeep, and enforcing safety standards.Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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
Education and/or Experience
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
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college preferred
Ability to work effectively in high pressure situationsCome join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
Medical, Vision and Dental
401(K)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flex Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
/Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeople2/Followus on social media @hortoncareers for an inside look at our company and connect with us on LinkedIn for up to date job listings!LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, InstagramJob: Construction Organization: Home Builder Title: Assistant Superintendent-Iowa City Location: Iowa-Iowa City Requisition ID: 2406264