Careers

Estimator Job Description

The role of the Estimator will be to support all estimating components of the RKA Construction Preconstruction Department for both the Residential and Commercial Divisions.

Estimating:
• Maintain all current project drawings, specifications, and addenda and distribution to subcontractors
• Generate detailed estimates for prospective clients as required
• Develop project scopes for each division of work during the preconstruction timeline
• Assist the Preconstruction Manager in managing deliverable timelines
• Coordinate subcontractor estimating meetings with prospective clients/design team
• Study plans and provide estimating guidelines to subcontractors and vendors
• Quantity takeoffs using detailed spreadsheets and takeoff software
• Maintenance of current approved Subcontractor/Vendor List
• Maintain historical pricing database
• Support project download meetings with project manager and superintendent
• Update Residential and Commercial Department heads on current estimate statuses during weekly meeting

General:
• Seek relevant education opportunities
• Attendance at networking and social events
• Be an ambassador for the RKA Brand

Competitive salary: Based on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: Memphis, TN
Experience: Estimating Experience: 3-5 years (Preferred)

Benefits:
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Bonus pay
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Oxford Assistant Superintendent Job Description

Work Location: Oxford, MS

RKA Construction is seeking a highly motivated and organized Assistant Superintendent to support our Oxford projects. As an Assistant Superintendent, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful execution of our projects, helping us maintain our commitment to quality and excellence. This position offers a unique part-time opportunity to gain valuable experience in the construction industry and work with a dedicated team of professionals.

Jobsite Responsibilities:

• Visit each assigned project as needs arise from project superintendent
• Coordinate with superintendent for cover up and protection prior to demolition
• Coordinate demolition needs with superintendent and help manage the process
• Maintain jobsite cleanliness, organization, and product protection
• Delivery of project material needs per superintendent request
• Be meticulous is reviewing work done by subcontractors and notify superintendent of issues or concerns
• Ensure job signage and rules are displayed appropriately and enforced
• Help maintain tree, driveway, landscape and interior finish protection
• Ensure new surfaces needing protection are properly protected at all times
• Utilize Planradar for quality control and ongoing punch out process with superintendent input

Punch-out Responsibilities:

• Be onsite to generate our internal punch list at the designated time prior to formal punch
• Be on site to generate formal punch list with RKA, owner, designer and architects
• Schedule Trade partners to complete punch list within a 2-week time period.
• Maintain current punch list and meet with General superintendent weekly to review
• All new items added will receive a 2-week deadline to complete
• Ensure scheduled trade partners are on-site as planned
• Ensure needed materials for completion of punch list are onsite and ready for install

Communication Responsibilities

• Communicate with Superintendents and anticipate possible project needs
• Be responsive and available via email, text, and phone
• Ensure clients are informed and updated on progress during our punch out process.
• Ensure General Superintendent is aware of trade partners neglecting properly communicated schedule, scheduling conflicts or any critical trade issues

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree or higher in a related field is a plus).
• Previous construction experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of construction safety practices.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to gain experience in the construction industry
• Potential for career growth and advancement within the company

 Pickwick Residential Superintendent Job Description

Jobsite Responsibilities

• Visit each jobsite daily; open and close up jobsite following alarm, lights, and locking procedures
• Ensure scheduled subcontractors and vendors are on-site as planned
• Maintain jobsite cleanliness, organization and protection
• Ensure all materials required for the job are present prior to trade partner arrival
• Have a thorough understanding of Design details, confirmed material selections and their proper execution
• Consider lead times when scheduling material orders
• Be meticulous is reviewing work done by subcontractors
• When on-site communicate with all trades present to ensure information/needs are address prior to leaving
• Actively manage all facets of the project. 
• Ensure work is being done per latest plan and documentation
• Ensure job signage and rules are displayed appropriately and enforced
• Ensure protection of new and existing interior finishes, driveways, landscaping, etc.
• New finishes must be protected within 24 hours of install
• Utilize Planradar for quality control and ongoing punch out process
• Thorough weekly inspection of all projects for items needing completion or correction

Scheduling Responsibilities

• Schedule subcontractors and vendors based on critical path timeline as outlined in written 8 week schedule
• Ensure Trade partners in 8 week schedules are notified of and committed to listed dates
• Schedule subcontractors 4 weeks in advance with notices at 3 weeks, 2 weeks, 1 week, and 1-2 days prior to starting work
• Ensure scheduled subcontractors and vendors are on-site as planned
• Schedule items to be done both essential and non-essential to critical path with trade partners
• Implement and follow punch out procedure at appropriate time for each project
• Complete any non-critical path items as soon as possible
• Schedule QC checklist site review with General Superintendent at appropriate intervals

Communication Responsibilities

• Communicate with architect, designers, and owner throughout the job process
• Be responsive and available via email, text and phone
• Update homeowner each Friday of job status
• Communicate with office staff weekly for both scheduling and financial details
• Ensure General Superintendent is aware of trade partners neglecting properly communicated schedule, scheduling conflicts or any critical trade issues

Miscellaneous

• Utilize all applicable co-construct features in order to properly coordinate with project manager
• Work with the utmost sense of care and urgency to ensure the highest quality and efficiency standards are met
• Re-verify with the office, prior to rough-in. Specialty product selections and installation specifics. i.e, master tub, wall-mounted faucets, in-wall valving etc.

Residential Assistant Superintendent Job Description

Jobsite Responsibilities

• Assist Superintendent with all responsibilities
• Visit each jobsite daily; open and close up jobsite following alarm, lights, and locking procedures
• Ensure scheduled subcontractors and vendors are on-site as planned
• Maintain jobsite cleanliness, organization and protection
• Ensure all materials required for the job are present prior to trade partner arrival
• Have a thorough understanding of Design details, confirmed material selections and their proper execution
• Consider lead times when scheduling material orders
• Be meticulous is reviewing work done by subcontractors
• When on-site communicate with all trades present to ensure information/needs are address prior to leaving
• Actively manage all facets of the project. 
• Ensure work is being done per latest plan and documentation
• Ensure job signage and rules are displayed appropriately and enforced
• Ensure protection of new and existing interior finishes, driveways, landscaping, etc.
• New finishes must be protected within 24 hours of install
• Utilize Planradar for quality control and ongoing punch out process
• Thorough weekly inspection of all projects for items needing completion or correction

Scheduling Responsibilities

• Schedule subcontractors and vendors based on critical path timeline as outlined in written 8 week schedule
• Ensure Trade partners in 8 week schedules are notified of and committed to listed dates
• Schedule subcontractors 4 weeks in advance with notices at 3 weeks, 2 weeks, 1 week, and 1-2 days prior to starting work
• Ensure scheduled subcontractors and vendors are on-site as planned
• Schedule items to be done both essential and non-essential to critical path with trade partners
• Implement and follow punch out procedure at appropriate time for each project
• Complete any non-critical path items as soon as possible
• Schedule QC checklist site review with General Superintendent at appropriate intervals

Communication Responsibilities

• Communicate with architect, designers, and owner throughout the job process
• Be responsive and available via email, text and phone
• Update homeowner each Friday of job status
• Communicate with office staff weekly for both scheduling and financial details
• Ensure General Superintendent is aware of trade partners neglecting properly communicated schedule, scheduling conflicts or any critical trade issues

Miscellaneous

• Utilize all applicable co-construct features in order to properly coordinate with project manager
• Work with the utmost sense of care and urgency to ensure the highest quality and efficiency standards are met
• Re-verify with the office, prior to rough-in. Specialty product selections and installation specifics. i.e, master tub, wall-mounted faucets, in-wall valving etc.

Commercial Division Senior Superintendent Job Description

Jobsite Responsibilities

• Oversee larger volume projects within the Commercial Division
• When able, visit additional projects on a weekly basis to review progress with Project Superintendent(s) within the Commercial Division
• Lead, guide, and mentor Project Superintendents to help advance their growth and development
• Ensure all safety measures are in place and hold each Trade Partner accountable for safely performing all activities
• Support the development of all project schedules during the hand-off stage and accountability for schedule updates for all assigned projects
• Maintain jobsite cleanliness, organization and protection
• Lead efforts for quality control measures per the RKA Standard Operating Procedures checklists
• Ensure the complete utilization of Procore for all projects within the Commercial Division, including Daily Construction Reports, Scheduling Updates, Punchlist, etc.
• Have a thorough understanding of Design details, confirmed material selections and their proper execution
• Be meticulous when reviewing work performed by Trade Partners
• Ensure work is being performed per latest plan and documentation
• Thorough weekly inspection of all projects for items needing completion or correction

Communication Responsibilities

• Communicate with architect, designers, and owner throughout the job process
• Be responsive and available via email, text and phone
• Update owner weekly of job status for assigned projects, and ensure that Project Superintendents are doing the same for their assigned project(s)
• Communicate with office staff weekly for both scheduling and financial details

Miscellaneous

• Manage duties of direct report(s) including all Project Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents

• Seek relevant education opportunities

• Be an ambassador for the RKA brand

• Work with the utmost sense of care and urgency to ensure the highest quality and efficiency standards are met

• Work with Accounting to ensure accurate and timely job administration including time keeping and expense reporting

Benefits:

• • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Bonus pay
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance