Residential Construction Lead Installer

If you're interested in applying for this position, please submit our employment application along with your resume to careers@douglahdesigns.com. The Lead Installer performs residential construction activities for client projects of various sizes, from smaller scope projects (e.g. kitchen or bath remodels) to home additions. This individual also fulfills site management responsibilities when the Construction Manager or Foreman is unavailable.

Responsibilities and Duties

The following reflects management’s definition of essential duties and responsibilities for this position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned to an individual. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Works with the Construction Manager or Construction Foreman on pre-construction and clean-up activities
Demonstrates competency and confidence in all trades necessary to complete a job from start to finish including but not limited to demolition, framing, electrical work, plumbing, sheet rock installation, tile work, painting, cabinet installation, and finish millwork.
Performs construction activities for builds/remodels of client property.
Coordinates sub-contractor schedules and activities.
Provides construction site leadership, assigns Installers and Helpers to daily construction activities, and monitors daily performance and completion of tasks. Reports construction status to the Construction Manager or Construction Foreman
Transports construction materials to and from job sites, as required
Maintains the job site to ensure minimal impact on the client’s living situation
Interfaces and communicates with clients and construction staff during construction activities
Resolves job site issues or escalates them to the Construction Manager or Construction Foreman for resolution

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Acts in a site supervisor role when the Construction Manager or Construction Foreman is unavailable. Oversees daily construction tasks performed by Installers, Helpers, and sub-contractors at the job site
Provides direct and constructive feedback to Installers and Helpers regarding quality and timeliness of construction related activities and projects
Provides construction crew performance feedback to the Construction Manager

Qualifications and Skills

Must possess a high school diploma or GED
Must have a minimum of 5-7 years of construction trade experience
Must demonstrate leadership and supervisory abilities and skills. Prior site supervisory experience a plus
Possession of a California contractor’s license and specialized trade training is desirable
Must be proficient in reading blueprints and construction plans
Must be knowledgeable in applicable building codes
Must own and operate standard construction-related tools and devices (e.g. saws, drills, hammers, nail guns, etc.)
Must possess working knowledge of industry safety requirements
Must be able to manage time and tasks well
Must have a “can do” and positive attitude
Must possess excellent client service skills
Must possess good mathematical skills
Must be an excellent problem solver and be able to make timely and sound decisions
Must have excellent communication skills
Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. Must also possess valid auto insurance

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

Frequently required to stoop, kneel, climb and lift up to 50 pounds
This position entails heavy physical demands
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Handle and use tools, equipment, products, and materials as required to support client projects

Work Environment:

Will be at construction/remodeling sites where there is dirt, dust, potentially hazardous conditions, and a loud work environment • May work outside and be exposed to weather Douglah Designs is an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Information

The Company will use Driver Record Information for employment and insurance purposes. Final selection candidates will be asked to sign a CONSENT TO RELEASE OF DMV DRIVER RECORD INFORMATION prior to hiring. Douglah Designs is an equal opportunity employer.