DFG Senior Glazier Installer (Glazier 3)

Dallas Frameless Glass LLC; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Frameless Glass LLC in Farmers Branch, TX is seeking a Senior Glazier Installer to lead residential and commercial glass projects.

The role requires running multiple projects, strong problem-solving, exceptional communication and a solid grasp of construction from preconstruction to closeout. You will manage people and materials and coordinate with estimators and project managers to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of the glass industry, especially frameless glass, glazing codes, doors and hardware.
• Experience with sliding glass doors, frameless showers, windows, mirrors, tabletops, cabinets, and interior-glass entrances.
• Tech-savvy with computers and software.
• Understanding of contracts and risk management.
• Proven leadership, organizational, and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently without a Project Manager or Operations Manager.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Strong take-off and cost-estimating skills specific to glass.
• Excellent communication with customers, suppliers, architects, management & site personnel.
• Strong vendor relationships and knowledge of labor requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Glazier Installer and Glazier Assistant.
• Coordinate with Glass Estimator and Project Manager to complete the project.
• Oversee 1–3 Admin/Operations staff.
• Oversee all team members’ work on site.
• Prepare preliminary schedule and update the Monthly Master Project Schedule.
• Participate in scope meetings with PM/OM/Installers; preconstruction meetings with Owner/Architect.
• Review and approve subcontractors’ and vendors’ invoices.
• Monitor milestones and deliverables and take corrective actions.
• Manage day-to-day activity of on-site team members.
• Lead daily progress meetings with installers.
• Review and approve subcontract drafts.
• Review and comment on GC’s draft contracts; ensure bonds and insurance are in place.
• Manage project budgets; prepare Schedule of Values.
• Review Change Orders and approve/revise.

Skills

Frameless glass knowledge

Budgeting

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Team leadership

Contract knowledge

Vendor management

Tools

Project management software

Spreadsheets

Estimating software

Blueprints/drawings interpretation

Job description

Are you a creative thinker and team builder?

Come work on a team that will treat you with Respect and Integrity. We also believe in Customer Focus and Having Fun in the Process!

Dallas Frameless Glass is currently seeking an experienced and proficient professional to fill a position as Senior Glazier Installer to manage various residential and commercial glass projects.

The candidate must be capable of running multiple projects simultaneously. This person must be a problem-solver, have exceptional communication skills, an understanding of budgets,

organizational skills, a firm grasp of construction processes from preconstruction to closeout, and a willingness to adapt and learn.

This leadership position requires a team member who can manage people, processes, and materials and has the confidence and knowledge to make critical decisions under pressure.

Qualifications:

- Must have detailed business knowledge of the glass industry, specifically frameless glass, knowledge of glazing codes, doors, and hardware.

- Expertise in the following glass/glazing scopes, including but not limited to sliding glass doors, frameless showers, windows, mirrors, tabletops, cabinets, interior-glass entrances.

- Computer knowledge and efficiency; should be tech-savvy.

- Understanding of contracts and risk management.

- Demonstrate leadership, organizational, and time management skills.

- Ability to work independently, without Project Manager or Operations Manager.

- Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.

- Strong take-off and cost estimating skills specific to glass benefitting to the top candidates.

- Demonstrates excellent communication skills with customers, suppliers, architects, management & site personnel, etc.

- Strong vendor relationships and competent knowledge of labor requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

- Mainly, he will be managing the Glazier Installer and Glazier Assistant.

- Manages assigned projects directly with the Glass Estimator and Project Manager to successfully complete the project.

- Manages assigned 1 to 3 employees for Admin and Operations Matters.

- Oversee all team members’ work.

- Prepare a preliminary schedule and work with the team members to develop and update the Monthly Master Project Schedule.

- Participate in Scope meetings with Project Manager, Operations Manager, and Installers; preconstruction meetings with Owner/Architect.

- Review/Approve Subcontractors and Vendors Invoices.

- Oversee the project milestones and deliverables and take actions to meet them.

- Management of the team members and or individuals on-site and day-to-day activity of the assigned projects.

- Monitor, lead and direct the projects’ progress, as well as hold daily meetings with the projects’ installers.

- Review and approve subcontract drafts before issuance to Subs.

- Review and comment on GC’s draft contracts; make sure all bonds and insurance are in place before signing.

- Manage projects budgets; Prepare Schedule of Values.

- Review Change Orders and approve/revise accordingly.

Experience:

- Preferably 3 - 5+ years of Installation and Management experience in the Glass Industry.

- 3 or more years experience managing projects valued at $1 Million+

- Ability to read and interpret glass drawings, specifications, structural drawings, and all schedules to understand project intent.

- Preferably experience utilizing project management software, spreadsheets, and

estimating software.

- Project track record of finalizing under budget (if possible); maintain/manage accrued material, equipment, and labor costs.

Qualities:

- Dependable.

- People-oriented.

- Adaptable/flexible.

- Detail-oriented.

- Achievement-oriented.

- High-stress tolerance

COVID-19 considerations:

Dallas Frameless Glass requires proof of COVID-19 vaccinated status as a condition of

employment except in those instances where an applicant can present proof of a medical or

religious exception. We also accept candidates who are in the process of being vaccinated.

Referral code from a current employee If no code provided, add their name instead.