SUPERINTENDENT

Residential Construction and Remodeling

Lewis Creek Builders is a full-service design-build team. We are architectural designers and craftspeople well-versed in the most practical and energy-efficient products and methods that provide the best quality and value to our Vermont neighbors.

Role Qualities

A successful candidate has a well-rounded background in residential building and remodeling, familiarity with scheduling, estimating, and overseeing construction projects and enthusiasm for the work and the team. The Superintendent role requires strong organizational and communication skills. A successful member of the Lewis Creek Builders team is kind, flexible, and dedicated to providing excellent service to our community.

Role Summary

The goal of the Superintendent is to plan, oversee and facilitate the successful execution of construction projects from start to finish. They achieve this goal in close collaboration with our in-house Design Team, Project Management Team, and carpentry crews.

This role sets and enforces expectations for project work on site. They work directly with our in-house carpentry crews, typically overseen on site by a Site Lead/Lead Carpenter. They coordinate and supervise specialty trades and subcontractors. The Superintendent is responsible for multiple active build projects, dependent on project size and scope, as well as participating in the planning and development of upcoming projects and the warranty/closeout of completed projects. This is a primarily ‘belt-off’ role that prioritizes the management of resources, relationships, and information but requires the knowledge and ability to execute carpentry tasks as needed.

This is a full-time position expected to work 40 hours per week, with some of that time at our Essex Junction, VT office and some of that time on job sites. This position reports directly to the Director of Production and is supported by the Superintendent Team Lead.

Principal Duties:

Construction and Remodeling Supervision

• Supervises the construction, installation, repair, and inspection of all elements of residential carpentry including framing, sheathing, wall assemblies, floor assemblies, roof assemblies, demolition, drywall, and finish carpentry.

• Delegates tasks effectively and efficiently, utilizing the skills of other team members and helping them build on those skills as appropriate.

• Manages and directs daily operations of multiple residential job sites (depending on project size/scope), setting clear and achievable expectations for schedule, quality, and behavior.

• Applies company and industry standards to the work, initiating corrective actions when necessary to secure satisfactory results and timely project completion.

• Sets the tone and expectations for a safe and inclusive job site working environment.

• Supports the ongoing learning of all crew members by elevating training opportunities and providing clear and candid feedback about build standards and practices.

• Assists in the performance evaluation process for Build Team members.

Project and Client Communication

• Creates and maintains project schedules, setting weekly goals and milestones to track progress and maintain timelines. Updating clients, team members and partners as needed.

• Acts as the primary project liaison between the job site and other collaborators during the build phase of the project.

• Participates in regular progress report meetings with the PM and the client, reviewing on site conditions, answering questions, and facilitating understanding of the build process.

• Documents change orders, clearly communicating changes to the existing scope of work.

• Reviews the weekly progress reporting for the project to keep a grounded understanding of project performance in relation to the planned budget and schedule and to make sure that all change orders are accounted for.

Preconstruction Development and Planning

• Collaborates with the Sales, Design, and Project Management team to develop upcoming projects. Provides valuable “build” perspective to the design/development process.

• Using the project work scope and budget generated by the Design and PM Teams, develops a vision for executing the project efficiently, creating a project schedule that specifies crew and subcontractor needs and timelines.

• Generates and documents a plan for materials procurement, job site mobilization, equipment usage, subcontractor work, safety controls, and other necessary procedures.

• Manages the scheduling of subcontractors, placing of material orders, and other tasks related to the management of the on site work both leading up to and during construction.

Excellence in Build Leadership and Operations

• Keeps organized records of time, invoices, and receipts related to the project and submits them to the office weekly.

• Promotes and adheres to safety standards and best practices.

• Maintains working knowledge of high-performance building practices, materials, and techniques.

• Approaches construction and remodeling with an appetite for learning and solving new challenges.

• May perform additional duties that are not limited to those outlined above as feasible.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to the trade.

• Strong knowledge of common codes, standards, and regulations.

• Understanding of basic structural engineering considerations related to walls, loads and footings.

• Familiarity with estimating time and materials requirements for carpentry work in residential construction and remodeling.

• Strong organizational and administrative skills and excellent communication skills including written communication.

• Ability and willingness to use project management tools to track progress and communicate with team members.

• Desire to grow in knowledge of the trade including new techniques in green building, passive home construction, and all associated materials in an ever-changing industry.

• Physical requirements include but are not limited to: Ability to lift 40 pounds, stand, walk, bend, reach, and kneel for extended periods of time. Ability to work from heights on ladders, scaffolding, and other OSHA-approved setups.

Qualifications

• 10 years of carpentry experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education deemed appropriate by the hiring manager.

• Experience managing others in either/both a direct site management role or a project management role.

• Experience completing installation, repair, and maintenance of all common carpentry components of residential construction and remodeling.

• Demonstrated experience directly managing client expectations and serving client goals

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, salaried position with an expected salary range of $70,000 to $120,000. Benefits include:

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate your personal needs provided sufficient notice is given and a schedule can be articulated and mutually agreed upon.

• Reimbursement for non-commuting mileage that is accrued through either traveling between job sites during a workday or for materials or errands that you perform in service to Lewis Creek or our clients. The reimbursement rate is set by the IRS. Mileage reimbursement is not offered for commuting from home to office/jobsite or from office/jobsite to home.

• Six paid holidays: Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.

• After 3 months of working with Lewis Creek we offer two weeks (ten days) paid vacation per year, this amount increases incrementally with years of service. At the same time you are eligible for 5 paid sick/personal days per year.

• A simple IRA plan where we match dollar for dollar up to 3% of your annual gross income that you defer from your salary into your Simple IRA retirement account. Eligibility for participation is 90 days from your start date or $5000 gross salary earned.

• Group short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance paid for by Lewis Creek. Enhanced coverage is available at your own additional cost, at better than market rates.

• Health Benefits, with two plans to choose from, each with a significant employer paid contribution. There is an additional $1000 HRA account made available to all employees, regardless of enrollment in an LCB plan. Eligible FSA account.

• Tools & Equipment Allowance that increases with tenure.

• Additional benefits as outlined in the LCB Employee Handbook.