Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies. With more than 5,700 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.

Austin Industrial, Inc. delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to the nation’s leading producers of oil, gas & chemicals; energy; and manufactured goods. As a merit shop, employee-owned company that self-performs more than 95% of a typical project scope, we pride ourselves on helping our customers maximize their return on investment.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Contract Administration

Ensure all prime contract reporting obligations and deliverables are identified and complied with Setup company standard quantity tracking system Setup and manage document control system including drawings and specifications, submittals, RFIs, correspondence, meeting notes, etc. Coordinate with ATS to establish project UFS folders and access rights. Review submittals for proper coordination and adherence to the plans and specifications Draft and maintain project correspondence Attend progress, planning, and safety meetings Assist with mobilization activities on the project, working with the superintendent Assist in the review of subcontractor bids for buyout purposes Perform a variety of tasks associated with completion of a project, including closeout documentation, completion reports, collection of final monies due, etc. Review and evaluate subcontractor pay applications, approve and code invoices and sign pay requests Prepare closeout documents Prepare and submit customer pay requests, ensuring that billings are processed in an accurate, timely manner. Distribute change requests for pricing and schedule impact. Prepare draft proposed change pricing inclusive of cost and schedule evaluations. Maintain proposed changes in the project change order log. Maintain accurate documentation of inspections and quality reviews in the UFS

Cost and Productivity Management 

Analyze and be responsible for budget and quantity updates for job cost reporting Review and approve daily time and quantity reporting to insure accurate job cost reporting Assist in establishing and maintaining job cost reporting in accordance with company policy. Produce and review productivity reports with the project team at regular intervals and ensure that management is kept up-to-date on unit costs and schedule attainment for the work and how it compares with the budget. Assist the superintendent in the development of Work Plans

Scheduling 

Ensure timely procurement and delivery of all required construction materials and permanent materials in support of project schedule requirements. Assist in developing the project schedule. Update and maintain schedule as job progresses. Ensure schedule is updated to incorporate change orders, field performance, availability of construction materials, and other factors that may impact the project schedule. Creating and update detailed “Look Ahead” schedules Submit schedule updates as required by the contract documents

Relationships 

Ability to develop and maintain the trust of the customers, owners, and engineers Effective working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers

Safety and Environmental 

Perform safety observations and ensure correction of hazardous conditions Assist in development of project specific safety plans Assist in management of environmental compliance

Technical/Education 

Four year degree in technical discipline. 10-15 years of scheduling experience Demonstrated collegiate-level computer skills, mathematics, communication skills, and technical writing, with an aptitude for mastering the additional skills required of the position Basic understanding of engineering or construction principles Read and interpret project drawings and specifications Ability to forecast cost for self-performed work and to determine labor and equipment resources are in line with project needs Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and municipal laws, ordinances and building codes related to construction. Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures. Has administrative competency in managing Lump Sum, Unit Price, Time & Material projects

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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No Third-Party Inquiries Please 

This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement). 

Accessibility Note 

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs or have accessibility concerns, please contact the People Services Team at (877) 831-1217.