Opportunities


Jirsa Construction is a women-owned, minority-owned, and family-owned business performing the highest quality work. We manage the planning stages through the final phases of construction. Our broad range of projects include commercial, industrial, and everything in between. Please review this page carefully for career opportunities. 


Project Assistant


Your Role

As a Project Assistant you will be responsible for working with Project Managers to ensure projects are organized and well maintained. You will have frequent contact with other departments, subcontractors, and clients, so excellent communication skills are required.

What You Will Do

  • Schedule the project in logical steps
  • Budget the time required to meet deadlines
  • Maintain all necessary documents in the company computer system
  • Regularly monitor projects for compliance with building and safety codes as well as other regulations
  • Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, the project team, and clients while representing the owner or developer
  • Prepare contracts and write amendments to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
  • Track all necessary permits and licenses
  • Regularly review and understand job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods for each project 
  • Prepare and submit budget estimates as well as progress and cost-tracking reports
  • Oversee quality control programs
  • Visit sites for weekly meetings and take minutes
  • Obtain bids for projects and contact subcontractors for bids
  • Plan, organize, and direct the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems

Qualifications

  • Entry-level position (1-2 years of experience)
  • Associate or B.S. in construction-related field preferred
  • Internship in construction preferred
  • Proficient in MS Word, MS Project, and Office-related software

Work Culture

Since our inception in 1987, Jirsa Construction has been committed to cultivating a professional work culture that empowers all employees to learn and interact in a welcoming environment. We foster both professional and personal growth for all employees. We offer a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid time off, pay commensurate with your experience, and bonus opportunities.

Please send your resume, including references, with the subject line “Project Assistant” to jdeyoung@jirsaconstruction.com. We will respond if we think you may be a fit. Thank you!


Superintendent


Your Role

As a Superintendent, you will be responsible for coordinating projects from start to finish with Project Managers.

What You Will Do

  • Schedule subcontractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure timely completion of projects 
  • Perform quality control duties 
  • Communicate with the project team regarding ASI’s, RFI’s, and material submittals
  • Ensure subcontractors are properly executing their scope of work and other contractual obligations
  • Identify subcontractor non-compliance with safety, health, and environmental quality standards
  • Coordinate all required inspections
  • Identify issues with construction progress and communicate conflicts to the project team for resolution
  • Maintain a daily computer log of job site activities
  • Perform superintendent duties at multiple job sites simultaneously
  • Ensure subcontractors correct all deficiencies identified by the project team
  • Walk all units for projects on a daily basis to monitor activities and assist in future planning
  • Preside over weekly subcontractor meetings to coordinate the work
  • Issue notices of non-compliance to subcontractors regarding quality of work or scheduling
  • Ensure the job site is always kept clean and organized
  • Perform job progress and completion punch list identification

Qualifications

  • Associate or B.S. in construction-related field preferred
  • 10+ years in commercial construction
  • Procore, site-documenting skills (camera, tablet) 
  • Must be detail-oriented

Work Culture

Since our inception in 1987, Jirsa Construction has been committed to cultivating a professional work culture that empowers all employees to learn and interact in a welcoming environment. We foster both professional and personal growth for all employees. We offer a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid time off, pay commensurate with your experience, and bonus opportunities.

Please send your resume, including references, with the subject line “Superintendent” to jdeyoung@jirsaconstruction.com. We will respond if we think you may be a fit. Thank you!


Project Manager


Your Role

As a Project Manager you are responsible for coordinating with superintendents under the supervision of the Senior Project Manager.

What You Will Do

  • Schedule projects in logical steps and budget time to meet deadlines
  • Determine labor requirements
  • Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes as well as other regulations
  • Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, the project team, and clients while representing the owner or developer
  • Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
  • Obtain all necessary permits and licenses
  • Regularly review and understand job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods
  • Select and oversee those who complete specific pieces of the project such as painting or plumbing
  • Prepare and submit budget estimates as well as progress and cost-tracking reports
  • Develop and implement quality control programs
  • Immediately rectify issues with delays, weather-related issues, or emergencies at construction sites 
  • Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and other construction issues
  • Plan, organize, and direct activities concerning the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems
  • Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites to ensure proper procedures are carried out
  • Evaluate construction methods and determine cost-effectiveness of plans using computer-based collaborative software

Qualifications

  • Associate or B.S. in construction-related field preferred
  • 2-3 years in PE/PM position
  • Procore, MS Project, Project Management software 
  • Must be detail-oriented

Work Culture

Since our inception in 1987, Jirsa Construction has been committed to cultivating a professional work culture that empowers all employees to learn and interact in a welcoming environment. We foster both professional and personal growth for all employees. We offer a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid time off, pay commensurate with your experience, and bonus opportunities. 

Please send your resume, including references, with the subject line “Project Manager” to jdeyoung@jirsaconstruction.com. We will respond if we think you may be a fit. Thank you!


Legal Disclaimer


Jirsa Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, familial status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.