Career Opportunities

Working at San Jose Construction Co., Inc. (SJC) is exciting, challenging, and rewarding!

Celebrating over 60+ years of building, SJC builds for Silicon Valley's best high - technology companies, top-rated universities, well-known retailers, leaders in the healthcare industry, prestigious athletic and country clubs, exclusive automotive dealerships, and the valley's most distinguished developers.

Whether you are starting a career in construction or you are a highly experienced construction professional, apply with us today!

San Jose Construction is the place for you!

Superintendent

The Superintendent coordinates on site activities including scheduling of subcontractors, SJC labor, material, equipment and inspections. The Superintendent acts as the on site eyes, ears and representative for SJC. The Superintendent works directly with the owner, architect, engineers and inspection agencies to implement a smooth flowing, quality-controlled project.

Ability to manage projects ($5M-$100M), from Pre-Construction to completion
Comprehensive understanding of drawings and specifications, materials, issues, schedules, and management of the onsite workforce
Maintain weekly foreman’s meeting
Coordination for the on site project from staging through punch list completion
Maintain adequate safety records including, verifying that subcontractors are maintaining adequate safety compliance
Maintain project documentation in an organized manner - as builts, approved shops, submittals, subcontracts, change orders, purchase orders, etc.
Maintain current project schedule
Attend job site meetings with owner and architect
Implement and maintain SJC policies and procedures
Complete projects on time and within budget
Alert balance of SJC project team as to any and all changes that may affect the project
Maintain close communication with balance of SJC project team
Promote positive relationship with owner, subcontractors, and SJC
Strive for zero punch list
Close-out project completely including return all as-built drawings, inspection records to office along with signed-off punch list and transmittal of close-out items turned over to the owner such as keys, extra material, etc.

Qualifications:

At least 10+ years of experience as a Superintendent
Commercial Construction Experience is a MUST
Proficiency in MS Office including MS Projects
Excellent verbal and written communication

Assistant Project Manager

The Assistant Project Manager will support and work very closely with our Senior Project Manager. The Assistant Project Manager will assist with managing the daily operations of multiple ongoing projects to include: development, maintenance, and organization of the construction project. He/she will interface with owners, architects, subcontractors, engineers, and field personnel to ensure that project information is communicated to all parties and follow up as necessary.

Co-manage multiple projects with a high degree of proficiency from Job Start up to Job Close out.
Review and/or assist with project proposals (RFP’s).
Coordinate activity of projects to ensure goals and objectives are met.
Work with Project Manager on Cost Breakdown.
Responsible for the production and tracking of all project paperwork (i.e. Owner Contracts, Subcontracts, Bidding, RFI’s, RFC’s, Change Orders, Submittals, etc.)
Schedule and attend weekly OAC meetings.
Prepare and distribute meeting minutes; follow up on action items as needed.
Interface with clients, architects, interior designers, superintendents, subcontractors of various trades, vendors, and other employees of our Project Management Teams.
Provide Accounting department with necessary documents needed for accounting
Follow up with all project close out duties.

Qualifications:

3-5 years relevant experience in Construction (APM, Project Coordinator, Etc.)
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
American Contractor experience (Preferred)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-starter with strong work ethics and willingness to learn
Ability to develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and SJC personnel.

Accounts Payable/Receivables Clerk

The Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk is responsible for major financial accounting areas including: AR, AP, and miscellaneous duties as needed. This person will play a key role in our accounting department and will work with a team of professional co-workers committed to excellence and accuracy.

Accounts Receivable

Prepare and process Monthly Owner Billings and Pre-Lien Notices
Assist Project Management teams with monthly reconciliations

Accounts Payable

Process and Reconcile subcontractor accounts, including invoices, payments, & change orders
Track subcontractor lien releases and subcontractor insurance

General Accounting

Set Up New Projects and budgets in American Contractor
Manage petty cash accounts
Monitor bank balances and transfers
Prepare monthly rental checks

Qualifications:

3+ years construction accounting experience (Construction experience is a MUST)
Familiarity with American Contractor Software and MS Office is preferred
Self-motivated, detail oriented with strong analytical skills
Overall comprehension of Accounting Principals
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Knowledge and experience of Construction Insurance Certificate compliance
Ability to interface with subcontractors, vendors and SJC personnel in a positive and professional manner

Project Manger

The Project Manager will be responsible, but NOT limited to the following:

Manages project(s) to ensure cost, schedule, quality, and client satisfaction are met
Responsible for all phases of construction through project close-out
Prepares Pre-construction and Preliminary budget and estimates for all assigned projects
Ensures that projects are bid with the highest level of accuracy, detail and completeness
Select subcontractors/vendors and initiate subcontract agreements
- Carefully review subcontractor bids and clearly define subcontractor scope of work and eliminate change orders
Review all utility and infrastructure requirements and initiate application process with owners, related subcontractors, governmental agencies, and utility companies
Develop and produce construction schedule with project Superintendent
- Review and update with Superintendent as necessary
Oversee APM, Superintendents, and foreman to ensure project stays on schedule and within budget
Prepare job start-up package and distribute to field workers
Schedule and conduct pre-construction meeting with Superintendent, Critical Subcontractors, and owners
- Conduct weekly on-site construction meetings
  - Produce meeting minutes with APM and distribute to all related parties
- Review budget and cost coding with Superintendent and APM
- Ensure that safety is properly incorporated into job planning and execution
- Reviews RFI, Submittal, and Change Order logs – thoroughly reviews all change orders and carefully prior to submittal to client
- Reviews all project costs on a monthly basis and labor on a weekly basis for accuracy with Superintendent
- Quality Control – Ensure proper corrective action is initiated and be aware of deviations from SJC quality standards
- Generates and pursues new project leads and continually develops rapport and relationships with all team members; directs content and Marketing Proposal focus for new projects
- Review project with Superintendent prior to completion to minimize punch item list to Zero

QUALIFICATIONS:

7-10 years’ Project Management experience in Commercial Construction
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent (REQUIRED)
Extensive knowledge of budgeting, AIA Contracts, cost control, accurate and decisive cost reporting, billing and forecasting
Advanced computer skills using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, and PowerPoint)
Knowledge of estimating and scheduling software
Extensive knowledge of all construction trades, including Design-Build MEPs
LEED Certified (PREFERRED)

Think you have what it takes to be an SJC employee? Please submit your resume to employment@sjconstruction.com or fill out the form below:

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at SJC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law.