Superintendent - Houston Northwest

D.R. Horton

Conroe (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation & Holidays

Additional Benefits

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Superintendent to manage all functions of the job site for home construction from permit to closing, coordinating scheduling, inspections, and subcontractors to deliver high-quality homes.

The role requires strong communication, budget control, safety compliance, and daily site oversight across multiple communities. A high school diploma and several years in construction are preferred.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
2–4 years of construction-related experience.
Ability to read and interpret construction documents and plans.
Knowledge of building codes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Manage the construction schedule and ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.
Schedule subcontractors for each phase and review quality and compliance.
Close out homes from planning to occupancy, meeting contractual obligations.
Inspect work, halt noncompliant activities, and approve payments for completed work.
Maintain safety standards and ensure site cleanliness and organization.
Communicate with homeowners and teams to address concerns and progress.

Skills

Construction management

Budget control

Subcontractor coordination

Quality control

MS Office

DRH Construction apps

Education

High school diploma

Two to four years related experience

Tools

MS Office

DRH Construction apps

Job description

Description

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 at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Superintendent. The right candidates primary responsibility is to manage all functions of the job site as it relates to home construction while providing excellent customer service. Manage the construction of multiple homes from permit to closing by scheduling and supervising job site subcontractors, homeowner walk-throughs, and inspections while maintaining company construction and safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Manage the construction schedule and ensure the highest quality product is delivered on time and within budget
Schedule all involved subcontractors for each phase of construction and evaluate the quality and efficiency of their work to ensure work complies with local, state and federal building code requirements and company standards of workmanship
Complete each home site on schedule from planning through occupancy, ensuring all contract obligations are satisfied
Inspect and determine subcontractor’s workmanship and product quality is completed on time and within defined scope of work. Halt any work that is not satisfactory or noncompliant with plans, specifications, or applicable code
Authorize payment of subcontractors when all standards are met and upon thorough inspection of work completed and for materials received
Manage the customer experience throughout the entire construction process. Recognize and enforce quality standards through daily inspection of homes under construction. Conduct homeowner orientation and walks, provide regular communications regarding progress and address concerns
Monitor community cleanliness and ensure the community and worksite is clean, orderly and visually appealing during construction
Manage the post-close process for warranty. Assess warranty requests, determine course of action, schedule subcontractors, and manage quality assurance
Follow up with homeowners to ensure concerns are addressed in a timely and professional manner
Maintain a current working knowledge of all applicable building codes
Work closely with the sales, customer warranty, and management team to ensure open communication on all matters; develop a strong environment conducive to proactive resolution of issues and strong commitment to producing a quality product
Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Ability to work additional hours as necessary to meet business needs

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Two to four years related experience
Ability to manage and complete the “13 Milestones of Construction” specified in JDE
Must have a vehicle capable of carrying supplies, valid driver’s license and be willing to drive among designated communities in daytime and nighttime
Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and knowledge of all phases of new homes construction
General knowledge of municipal permitting, regulations and building codes
Ability to converse with customers, all levels of management and personnel
Superb interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction
Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget
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 Construction 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; 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 a plus
Work effectively in a high pressure and high production environment

Come 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: