Job Abstract

So. Cal. Division

Assistant Field Manager

The Assistant Field Manager is responsible for assisting the Field Manager in managing residential projects.  The Assistant Field Manager may be asked to run a community, or complete specific tasks without the direct supervision of a Field Manager.  The primary responsibility of the Assistant Field Manager is to assist in coordinating the performance of the work among the various trades and professionals involved consistent with the construction schedule, contract requirements and required quality and construction standards.  The Assistant Field Manager may be assigned to a segment of the construction process or assist in the entire process including the supervision of offsite and onsite construction operations and all warranty service functions.

 Quality

•  Coordinate the work of the trades so that they complete the construction process and deliver quality work consistent with the plans, specifications, contract requirements and construction standards.  Observe the completion of work in keeping with the provisions defined in the contract documents and standards of the trade, and promptly insist that any observed defect be remedied by the responsible trade.
• Document changes to the plans and supervise the updating (red line corrections) at the completion of models and each production phase by the project architect.
• Complete Quality Assurance walks and follow up on outstanding items in conformance with the division’s Quality Assurance program.
• Walk homes daily.
• Customer Relations
• Problem solve customer concerns
• Conduct or participate in the following homeowner orientation tours as assigned:
• Construction and Options Orientation Tour, New Home Orientation Tour, and Customer Care Orientation Tour.
• Maintain positive relationships with trades.
• Complete warranty exception items per division goals as assigned.
• Strive to achieve delivery quality goals at orientation walk through.

Schedule/Cycle Times

•       Supervise the completion of all work per the construction schedule daily.
•       Assist in and/or update the construction schedule daily.
•      Continually strive to improve construction cycle times.

 Cost

•     Achieve project completion consistent with the Budget Estimate
•    Control/minimize the amount of extra work.  Insure approved extra work is outside the contract requirements.
•   Control/minimize the amount of damage, theft and vandalism.  Prevent or identify the cause of trade related damage and hold trades accountable.

Communication

• Assist in conducting weekly foremen’s meetings when needed.
• Assist in conducting pre and post-job meetings at the beginning and ending of each phase, or operation sequence.
•  Advise/inform consultants, agencies, jurisdictions of all project requirements, when necessary.
• Communicate clearly and continuously with all Shea team members.

Safety

•    Conduct Bi-Weekly Safety Meetings.
•    Conduct/Supervise bi-weekly safety evaluations.
•    Accident investigation as necessary.
•    Submit Safety reports to Safety Manager.
•   Promote a safe, clean-working environment daily in a positive manner.

Compliance and Reporting

• Prepare/conform to the requirements of the NPDES Program (SWPPS).
• Adhere to the Construction Documentation process descriptions.
• Maintain project files.
•  Complete all building inspection requirements as defined by the local jurisdiction.

Other duties/projects as assigned.

 A minimum of 3 years experience in the residential construction industry with specific experience in the categories of:

• Onsite residential construction.
• Local offsite construction.
• Warranty service.
• Minimum education – High school graduate; college experience is desired w/degree preferred.
• Thorough understanding of the principles and practices of Onsite construction and Warranty Operations.
• Computer literate in MS Office.
• Basic accounting knowledge.

 Organized, assertive professional.

• Follow through: Complete delegated tasks. 
• Excellent communication and team building skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Ability to read and understand construction blueprints, technical information and specifications.
• Ability to read and understand contract documents and have a working knowledge of applicable contract laws and principles.

 Responsible and accountable for executing the specific responsibilities listed above in complete conformance with goals, expectations and schedule commitments of the Division.

 The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk and hear.  The associate frequently is required to walk, sit, and stand.  The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to approximately 50 pounds.

 The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

 This position is expected to maintain a program for his/her own professional development and shall do so by creating, maintaining and executing his/her Professional Development Plan per company standards.