Construction Associate

Duties And Responsibilities

• Trains and learns M/I Homes Construction Process through the performance of tasks and activities related to all construction phases.
• Attends/participates in the key formal and informal builder/homeowner construction process meetings including but not limited to: Buyer Builder Conference, New Home Orientation.
• Assists in the inspection of assigned homes in different phases of construction to monitor workflow, quality, and completion.
• Reviews and verifies blueprints to ensure accuracy.
• Aids in scheduling subcontractors and monitoring completion of work as required including delivery and use of materials, supplies, tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Acts as liaison between subcontractors and construction management staff by monitoring work quality and progress of subcontractors and reporting issues and problems arising from inspections.
• Performs minor repairs including paint touch-up, caulking, trim, checking appliances and minor installations prior to pre-settlement inspections.
• Communicates with homeowners relative to questions and concerns; analyzes problems and aids in resolving customer-service issues by suggesting to superintendent appropriate measures to maintain customer satisfaction.
• Trains and learns other key M/I Homes processes and how they are directly linked to / impacted by the phases of the Construction Process.
• Monitors and enforces safety and Company policy compliance.
• Aids in the removal of debris from common areas and the cleanliness of homes.
• Assists with special projects as requested and performs additional duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Associates degree in Construction Management preferred or at least three years of related work experience and/or training.
• Good knowledge and understanding of the home building industry within scope of building codes, regulations, and construction processes.

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of construction skills including carpentry; reading blueprints; use of hand and power tools.
• Technical and mechanical aptitude.
• Customer-service oriented with good verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptable and flexible to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to coordinate several activities simultaneously.
• Decision-making and problem-solving abilities to select among alternative courses of action within budget limitations; detail-oriented for time management effectiveness.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and paid holidays, paid parental leave, traditional and Roth 401(k) options, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan, employee home purchase plan and more.
• EEO/AA employer.
• Proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.
• M/I Homes maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing.