Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Employee stock purchase plan
Flex Spending Accounts
Life and Disability Insurance
vacation
Sick
Personal time
company holidays
Job Description
D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently the largest homebuilder in the United States, established in 1978 as a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Renowned for its commitment to quality, D.R. Horton specializes in the construction and sale of high-quality homes primarily targeting entry-level and first-time move-up markets. The company has grown exponentially over the years, gained a reputation for excellence in the residential construction industry, and diversified its services to include mortgage financing and title services through its subsidiaries. This fully integrated approach ensures a seamless homebuying experience for its customers, supported by comprehensive services from purchase to closing. Those interested in learning more can visit their official website at www.drhorton.com for an in-depth overview of the company’s history, values, and current operations.
D.R. Horton is currently seeking a qualified Superintendent to join their team in the Mississippi-Ridgeland area, working full-time within their Home Builder division. This role focuses on managing all job site functions related to home construction while delivering exceptional customer service. The Superintendent will oversee the construction of multiple homes, coordinating projects from permit acquisition through to closing. Key responsibilities include scheduling and supervising subcontractors, ensuring inspections and walk-throughs are efficiently conducted, and maintaining the highest company construction and safety standards at every stage of the homebuilding process.
The Superintendent position is pivotal in delivering homes on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards demanded by D.R. Horton. The role requires expert scheduling of subcontractors for all construction phases, vigilant oversight to ensure all work complies with local, state, and federal building codes as well as company workmanship standards, and a robust commitment to managing customer relations from initial planning through project completion. This includes conducting homeowner orientations, monitoring community cleanliness, managing post-close warranty processes, and fostering open communication among sales, warranty, and management teams. The Superintendent must also be proactive in resolving issues, ensuring customer satisfaction, and cultivating a positive workplace environment that promotes ethical business practices and maximizes company goodwill and profitability.
Professionals applying for this role should expect to be integral contributors to a fast-growing, Fortune 500 company with a strong focus on quality and customer service excellence. D.R. Horton offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, flex spending accounts, life and disability insurance, and generous paid time off for vacation, sick, and personal days. The role requires physical stamina to manage demanding outdoor work conditions, exposure to mechanical parts, and ability to work additional hours as needed to meet business needs. Successful candidates will possess technical skills in reading construction documents, proficiency with digital construction applications, and excellent communication skills that support collaboration across all levels of the organization.
By joining D.R. Horton, you become part of a company with a proud legacy and the opportunity to build not only homes but also your career within America’s Builder. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and integrity, the role provides a rewarding and challenging environment for individuals ready to contribute to a respected homebuilder with a national footprint and local impact.
D.R. Horton is currently seeking a qualified Superintendent to join their team in the Mississippi-Ridgeland area, working full-time within their Home Builder division. This role focuses on managing all job site functions related to home construction while delivering exceptional customer service. The Superintendent will oversee the construction of multiple homes, coordinating projects from permit acquisition through to closing. Key responsibilities include scheduling and supervising subcontractors, ensuring inspections and walk-throughs are efficiently conducted, and maintaining the highest company construction and safety standards at every stage of the homebuilding process.
The Superintendent position is pivotal in delivering homes on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards demanded by D.R. Horton. The role requires expert scheduling of subcontractors for all construction phases, vigilant oversight to ensure all work complies with local, state, and federal building codes as well as company workmanship standards, and a robust commitment to managing customer relations from initial planning through project completion. This includes conducting homeowner orientations, monitoring community cleanliness, managing post-close warranty processes, and fostering open communication among sales, warranty, and management teams. The Superintendent must also be proactive in resolving issues, ensuring customer satisfaction, and cultivating a positive workplace environment that promotes ethical business practices and maximizes company goodwill and profitability.
Professionals applying for this role should expect to be integral contributors to a fast-growing, Fortune 500 company with a strong focus on quality and customer service excellence. D.R. Horton offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, flex spending accounts, life and disability insurance, and generous paid time off for vacation, sick, and personal days. The role requires physical stamina to manage demanding outdoor work conditions, exposure to mechanical parts, and ability to work additional hours as needed to meet business needs. Successful candidates will possess technical skills in reading construction documents, proficiency with digital construction applications, and excellent communication skills that support collaboration across all levels of the organization.
By joining D.R. Horton, you become part of a company with a proud legacy and the opportunity to build not only homes but also your career within America’s Builder. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and integrity, the role provides a rewarding and challenging environment for individuals ready to contribute to a respected homebuilder with a national footprint and local impact.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Two to four years related experience
- Ability to manage and complete the "13 Milestones of Construction" specified in JDE
- Must have a vehicle capable of carrying supplies, valid driver’s license and be willing to drive among designated communities in daytime and nighttime
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and knowledge of all phases of new homes construction
- General knowledge of municipal permitting, regulations and building codes
- Ability to converse with customers, all levels of management and personnel
- Superb interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction
- Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget
- Ability to utilize DRH Construction applications on a smart phone, tablet, or laptop
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral form or via DRH Construction applications
- Proficiency with MS Office and email
- Ability to stand and walk for 4 hours straight or up to a full 8-hour day
- sit for extended periods
- kneel and bend at the waist
- climb, balance and stoop, crouch or crawl
- walk up and down stairs
- walk on unlevel terrain
- use hands and fingers to handle or feel
- reach with hands and arms
- talk and hear
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision
- Regular exposure to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places and risk of electrical shock
- The noise level is generally loud
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Two to four years related experience
- Ability to manage and complete the "13 Milestones of Construction" specified in JDE
- Must have a vehicle capable of carrying supplies, valid driver’s license and be willing to drive among designated communities in daytime and nighttime
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and knowledge of all phases of new homes construction
- General knowledge of municipal permitting, regulations and building codes
- Ability to converse with customers, all levels of management and personnel
- Superb interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction
- Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget
- Ability to utilize DRH Construction applications on a smart phone, tablet, or laptop
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral form or via DRH Construction applications
- Proficiency with MS Office and email
- Ability to stand and walk for 4 hours straight or up to a full 8-hour day
- sit for extended periods
- kneel and bend at the waist
- climb, balance and stoop, crouch or crawl
- walk up and down stairs
- walk on unlevel terrain
- use hands and fingers to handle or feel
- reach with hands and arms
- talk and hear
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision
- Regular exposure to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places and risk of electrical shock
- The noise level is generally loud
Job Duties
- Manage the construction schedule and ensure the highest quality product is delivered on time and within budget
- Schedule all involved subcontractors for each phase of construction and evaluate the quality and efficiency of their work to ensure work complies with local, state and federal building code requirements and company standards of workmanship
- Complete each home site on schedule from planning through occupancy, ensuring all contract obligations are satisfied
- Inspect and determine subcontractor’s workmanship and product quality is completed on time and within defined scope of work
- halt any work that is not satisfactory or noncompliant with plans, specifications, or applicable code
- Authorize payment of subcontractors when all standards are met and upon thorough inspection of work completed and for materials received
- Manage the customer experience throughout the entire construction process
- recognize and enforce quality standards through daily inspection of homes under construction
- conduct homeowner orientation and walks, provide regular communications regarding progress and address concerns
- Monitor community cleanliness and ensure the community and worksite is clean, orderly and visually appealing during construction
- Manage the post-close process for warranty
- assess warranty requests, determine course of action, schedule subcontractors, and manage quality assurance
- Follow up with homeowners to ensure concerns are addressed in a timely and professional manner
- Maintain a current working knowledge of all applicable building codes
- Work closely with the sales, customer warranty, and management team to ensure open communication on all matters
- develop a strong environment conducive to proactive resolution of issues and strong commitment to producing a quality product
- Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
- Ability to work additional hours as necessary to meet business needs
Job Criteria
Experience
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