General Superintendent

We’re hiring a regional general superintendent to develop, manage, and support project operations and drive field performance to deliver an unparalleled building experience for Dowbuilt clients. Dowbuilt general superintendents are positive, humble, solution-oriented individuals who are passionate about great design and unique building challenges. This position offers an opportunity to directly oversee field operations for our Southern California region.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As general superintendent, you’ll be responsible for directing the objectives of the field team as it relates to specific projects, field operations, and regional business needs. This includes leading labor management and training, field systems and reporting, regional safety management, field quality control, and master scheduling and planning. Additionally, you will be expected to:

• Demonstrate personal commitment to the execution of all company systems as outlined in the Dowbuilt Systems Manual and the Dowbuilt Employee Handbook
• Demonstrate discretion and treat all proprietary company information as strictly confidential outside (and in some cases inside) the company
• Communicate promptly according to the Organizational Chart on any issues that cannot be resolved or deadlines that cannot be met
• Maintain the highest ethical standards in all business relationships
• Maintain individual goals and updating those goals weekly, or as required by your manager
• Dress appropriately and professionally, modeling the dress standard for the field team
• Maintain work areas in an organized and clean manner
• Ensure that all communications are returned promptly and within one business day

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

To be successful as a Dowbuilt general superintendent, you’ll need:

• 10 years Superintendent field experience
• Knowledge of complex zero-tolerance construction activities, including leading large teams with diverse skillsets, backgrounds, and personalities
• Awareness and understanding of local building codes and ability to research code requirements
• In-depth experience with geotechnical, structural engineering, and surveying
• Knowledge of major mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, methods and technology
• Structural steel and advanced wood framing expertise and experience
• Expert knowledge of architectural and structural concrete systems, methods and technology
• Broad knowledge of waterproofing and building envelope systems
• In-depth pre-fabrication planning, logistics and construction experience and knowledge
• Expert in CPM construction scheduling and forecasting methodology
• Safety management experience in residential construction industry
• Enthusiasm for fostering inclusive work environment, leading diverse teams, and a commitment to increasing equity for all employees
• US work authorization

WHAT WE OFFER

We are a fun, easygoing bunch of professionals who take a lot of pride in the work we do. We acknowledge the contributions and talents of our team members by providing benefits that support you at work and in life:

• Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience
• 100% paid medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance for full-time employees (30% coverage for dependents), first of the month following DOH
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contribution
• 7 paid holidays each year, no waiting period
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Opportunities to build for Dowbuilt in other regions, if desired

WHO WE ARE

Dowbuilt is a construction company founded in 1980, and today our talented teams can be found from coast to coast. We excel at cutting-edge, innovative, never-been-done-before residential projects and home service—all of which require precision and impeccable attention to detail. We work with top architects, and our builds are regularly featured in publications such as Architectural Digest and Architectural Record.

The Dowbuilt culture is one of care—care for our employees, clients, and the talented craftspeople we partner with—resulting in care for the incredible designs we bring to life.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

We’re committed to investing in our team members’ ongoing professional development, and as a leader with Dowbuilt, you play a big part in ensuring that your team has equal opportunity to play to their strengths, fill gaps in knowledge and grow professionally.

Effective career development requires two-way, open communication between employee and manager. This means expectation setting happens on both sides, along with support, mentorship, and goal setting at regular intervals. Find out how you can take your own career to the next level and inspire the next generation of talent with Dowbuilt.

Dowbuilt is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.