Construction Associate - Greater Metro Detroit, MI

Construction Superintendent Trainee

M / I Homes has been building new homes of outstanding quality and superior design for more than 40 years. Founded in 1976 by Irving and Melvin Schottenstein and guided by Irving's drive to always "treat the customer right," we have fulfilled the dreams of over 140,000 homeowners and grown to become one of the nation's leading homebuilders. M / I Homes started as a family business and grew into a national leader in a single generation with divisions in 17 markets, including Austin, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus, Dallas, Detroit, Ft. Myers / Naples, Houston, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, San Antonio, Sarasota, and Tampa.

Learns, practices, and develops essential skills in construction techniques and supervision under the guidance of one or more Construction Managers and / or a Construction Area Manager. Develops construction superintendent skills by assisting the Construction Manager in coordinating the on-site construction activities for assigned subdivisions. Assists the Construction Manager in monitoring the completion of each construction phase through performing inspections, scheduling and coordination of activities as directed by the construction superintendent.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Trains and learns M / I Homes Construction Process through the performance of tasks and activities related to all construction phases, including, but not limited to :
• Attending / participating in the key formal and informal builder / homeowner construction process meetings including but not limited to : Buyer Builder Conference, New Home Orientation
• Assisting in the inspection of assigned homes in different phases of construction to monitor workflow, quality, and completion
• Reviewing and verifying blueprints to ensure accuracy.
• Assisting 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.
• Performing minor repairs including paint touch-up, caulking, trim, checking appliances and minor installations prior to pre-settlement inspections.
• Communicating 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 included but not limited to :
• Warranty
• Customer Care
• Sales & Design Center
• MIFC / MIT
• Ability to act on behalf of construction superintendent in the event of his / her absence.
• Monitors and enforces safety and Company policy compliance.
• Ensures a clean, safe work environment to include the removal of debris from common areas and the cleanliness of homes.
• Assist with special projects as requested and perform additional duties as required.