Summer Worker
Join our team! Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is accepting applications for summer workers to work on a commercial construction jobsite during the summer season.
This is a temporary position.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Under supervision, this position performs basic construction tasks.
- Shovel dirt and/or rubble.
- Maintain a clean job site: pick up all tools and equipment and secures job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
- Perform material handling and storage.
- Load and unload trucks, manually haul and/or hoist materials.
- Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor on construction projects.
- Perform manual work in preparing surfaces.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Prior training or experience preferred but not required
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; and high and/or precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Laborer - Houston and College Station TX
Bartlett Cocke General Contractors in the Houston, TX and College Station, TX areas are currently seeking Laborers to join our team!
*Benefits offered: 10 Days Paid Time Off, Paid Weekly, Medical, Dental & Vision insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401K with Company Match*
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
- Performs a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor on construction projects.
- Works on roofs, multi-level structures, scaffolds and/or ladders.
- Maintains a clean jobsite, picks up all tools and equipment and secures tools on job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
- Performs material handling and storage.
- Loads and unloads material from trucks, manually hauls and/or hoists materials.
- Ensure that work is performed in a safe manner.
- Ensures that work is performed in a safe manner.
- Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
- Reports problems to the attention of the Foreman, Superintendent, or Safety Manager.
- Performs manual work in preparing surfaces.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be physically fit.
- Must pass pre-hire screenings.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- May be required to travel between, to and from jobsites.
- Will be required to wear PPE to include hard hat, safety glasses, safety vest, gloves, and work boots.
Work Environment
While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions to include heat, humidity, dust, cold, and at times inclement weather. The noise level in the jobsite environment is usually loud. Must be comfortable and able to work in unpleasant and hazardous environments.
Physical Demand
This position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous activities under adverse field conditions. Climb ladders and climb into equipment, work on scaffolds, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch. This employee lifts, pushes, pulls, or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination. The position requires the ability to quickly move arms to signal, grab, pull, push, carry, or turn objects, materials, or tools. Sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms. Use hands to operate equipment and to use tools. Close vision, distance vision, color vision, adjust focus.
Carpenter - Houston & College Station
Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is currently looking for an experienced Carpenters to join our team in Houston & College Station, TX!
*Benefits offered: 10 Days Paid Time Off, Paid Weekly, Medical, Dental & Vision insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401K with Company Match*
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
- Study blueprints, sketches, or building plans for information pertaining to the type of material required and suggest use of specified types of lumber or other material.
- Prepare layouts using rulers, framing squares, transits, and level instruments; mark cutting lines and assembly lines on materials using chalk, pencils and marking gages.
- Assemble, cut, and shape materials, and fasten them together with nails, dowel pins, glue, or screws.
- May erect, climb, and work on scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level at heights up to 100 feet or below ground level at depths down to 50 feet.
- Verify the trueness of structure with plumb bob and carpenter’s level.
- Erects framework for structures and lays sub-flooring.
- Construct forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
Minimum Requirements
- HS Diploma or equivalent required.
- One (1) + years of construction experience required.
- Knowledge of operating electric and pneumatic tools.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Must be able to pass pre-hire screenings.
- Skill of mathematics; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of units of measure.
- May be required to travel between, to and from jobsites.
Carpenter Helper - Houston & College Station TX
Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is currently seeking a Carpenter Helpers to join our team in Houston and College Station areas! The Carpenter Helper assists the carpenters on the construction site. This role assists with tasks such as repairing, constructing, or dismantling wooden/metal/concrete objects on construction jobsites. The position must be able to identify a variety of hand tools, power tools and equipment. This position will also keep work areas clean when needed and prepare material and sites for the work activity.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
- Assists the carpenter with carpentry duties to include but not limited to building forms, chutes, rails, stairs, and other structures as required.
- Maintains a clean jobsite, picks up all tools and equipment and secures tools on job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
- Performs material handling and storage.
- Loads and unloads material from trucks, manually hauls and/or hoists materials.
- Establish the punch list process and close-out procedures with the Project Manager, Owner, and Architect.
- Ensures that work is performed in a safe manner.
- Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
- Reports problems to the attention of the Foreman, Superintendent, or Safety Manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be physically fit.
- Must have good eyesight.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work at heights and on roofs.
- Must possess the aptitude, interest, and ability to operation machinery.
- Will be required to wear PPE to include hard hat, safety glasses, safety vest, gloves, and work boots.
- HS Diploma or equivalent required.
Work Environment
While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions to include heat, humidity, dust, cold, and at times inclement weather. The noise level in the jobsite environment is usually loud. Must be comfortable and able to work in unpleasant and hazardous environments.
Physical Demand
This position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous activities under adverse field conditions. Climb ladders and climb into equipment, work on scaffolds, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch. This employee lifts, pushes, pulls, or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination. The position requires the ability to quickly move arms to signal, grab, pull, push, carry, or turn objects, materials, or tools. Sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms. Use hands to operate equipment and to use tools. Close vision, distance vision, color vision, adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Bartlett Cocke General Contractors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Senior Superintendent - Greater Houston
Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is currently seeking a Superintendent to join our East Texas Regional team in the Greater Houston, TX area!
**$20,000 Signing Bonus available to East Texas Senior-level Superintendents hired on or before October 31st**
The Superintendent will manage, and control assigned projects, including overseeing field operations, site safety, productivity, schedule, quality work, sub-contractor and supplier coordination and work in conjunction with the Project Manager leading the project team to maintain project duration while obtaining anticipated profit. The superintendent also supervises and coordinates the daily activities of the field personnel, sub-contractors, and assistant superintendents.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
– Planning:
- Develop Construction Sequence & Schedule at job start-up and maintain schedule during project.
- Plan and supervise Assistant Superintendent and/or craft personnel activities - including determining method of construction, efficient manpower levels, material quantities, equipment, temporary facilities, work schedule and documenting actual hours worked.
- Understand project estimate and project budget.
- Reviews submittals prior to installation of work.
- Understand sub-contractor and supplier contract scopes and participate in buyout
- Assist with the preparation, management, and updates to the project schedule with quantities, sequence and activity duration including procurement items with the project team.
- Establish the punch list process and close-out procedures with the Project Manager, Owner, and Architect.
- Schedules and procures tools, materials and equipment necessary for the project.
- Mentor and train other employees as necessary.
– Pre-Construction:
- Team approach in the development and management of the Pre-Construction Schedule with the Project Manager
- Provide technical expertise throughout the Preconstruction process.
- Participate in the Constructability Review and Value Engineering process.
- Develop site logistics plan.
– Safety:
- Ensure job safety requirements are understood and implemented by all project personnel and Sub-Contractors, while working with the safety support personnel as a resource.
- Watch for and correct all safety hazards at the jobsite.
- Continually strives for zero injuries on all projects.
- Report jobsite incidents/accidents in a timely manner to safety personnel.
- Be a part of onsite safety meetings.
– Client Loyalty:
- Understand and communicate to all field personnel the owner’s goals regarding construction.
- Maintains positive relationships with the Owners, Architects, Program Managers and Inspectors throughout projects.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 10 years of commercial construction experience. 7 years as a lead Superintendent. Completed a minimum 2 non-residential projects with values greater than $40M, while employed by a General Contracting firm.
- BS or BA in Construction Science/Engineering or equivalent experience in commercial construction.
- Experience building and managing project schedules.
- Familiarity working with subcontractors local to Houston, TX.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and scheduling software.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience using CMiC preferred, not required.
- Experience using Asta preferred, not required.
VDC Manager - East Texas
Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is currently seeking a VDC Manager to join our team in Houston, TX! The VDC Manager is responsible for assisting the Estimating, BIM/VDC, Preconstruction and Operations teams in the implementation of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) methodologies. The VDC Manager proactively drives and leads the implementation of BIM/VDC technologies on large-scale construction projects during the pre-construction and estimating phase as well as supports field operations for trade coordination as needed. The VDC Manager must have solid and demonstrated working knowledge in construction methods and practices, process flow and business aspects of construction, as well as BIM/VDC concepts. The position requires a self-motivated individual that intuitively recognizes constraints and opportunities and can adaptively implement Building Information Modeling on construction projects. The VDC Manager reports to the Regional VDC Manager and is a vital member of the Preconstruction staff.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
- Provide Estimating, BIM & Preconstruction support as needed throughout Preconstruction process
- Provide support to Bartlett Cocke’s reality capture program (drones, 360 cameras, laser scanning)
- Understanding of Bartlett Cocke’s business processes and software systems implementation
- Promoting and understanding of Bartlett Cocke’s VDC processes and technology implementation
- Assist with production of estimates, quantity takeoff, bid documents and proposals
- Engage Bartlett Cocke project teams, designers and subcontractors in the BIM & Preconstruction processes
- Provide model management throughout the BIM/MEP coordination process
- Assemble 3D content modeled by others and model any content not provided
- Manage conflict/issue resolution throughout the BIM coordination process
- Provide model management for 4D scheduling effort(s)
- Provide VDC software setup and support for project teams during precon and operations
- Report status on outstanding issues and projects progress to Regional BIM Manager and project team.
- Provide layout integration support to operations for self-perform layout
- Manage model changes through updates and design changes
- Assist Regional VDC Manager and Marketing with related material for presentations
- Respond to software issues by providing or facilitating either software code changes or solution recommendations
- Analyze models utilizing Navisworks for clash detection and to identify other potential issues
- Assist Regional VDC Manager and project teams to develop BIM strategy and project-specific scope
- Provide models and/or documents necessary to complete scope as determined with Regional VDC Manager
- Provide assistance to AE design team to facilitate BIM/MEP coordination and constructability reviews
- Assist in the creation and management of virtual mock-up exercises for quality assurance and quality control studies
Minimum Qualifications:
- Three (3+) years of construction management or AEC design/architectural experience required.
- Two (2+) years of VDC/BIM experience required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Architecture or Design required.
- Comfortable with using computers, the Internet, file sharing and collaboration platforms required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with the following estimating software preferred, but not required: Building Connected, On-Center, Timberline, & MS Office.
- Remote Pilot Certificate – Part 107 license
- Knowledge of reality capture platforms such as Drone Deploy, OpenSpace, Autodesk Recap, etc.
- Knowledge of and experience with CAD and Building Information Model (BIM) systems (AutoCAD, Autodesk Architectural Desktop, Autodesk Building Systems, Tekla, Graphisoft Constructor, Google Sketchup preferred.
- Knowledge of the following fields is a plus: MEP Coordination process, scheduling, facility management, programming and databases.
- Previous project experience in K-12, Higher Education, Institutional, Healthcare and Multifamily preferred.
- The following licenses/certifications are preferred: LEED AP, Engineer in Training (EIT), LEED Green Associate, or CM-BIM.
Internship
Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is seeking Interns to join our teams in Austin, San Antonio and Houston!
We at Bartlett Cocke have always prided ourselves on growing talent organically and our robust Internship program has allowed us to do so. Our Interns will be involved with assisting project teams in the completion of designated projects while focusing on learning construction industry processes, procedures and the “Bartlett Cocke Way.” If you are interested in pursuing a career in the commercial construction industry while being able to impact the communities in which we live in – look no further!
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities (depending on your path):
The below essential job functions and responsibilities may vary depending on the candidate’s desired internship path (Preconstruction, Field, Office, etc.). Interns can also expect some exposure to other departments within the company.
- Become familiarized with Bartlett Cocke General Contractors’ best practices and operational processes.
- Assists Project Managers, Superintendents, Assistant Project Managers, Assistant Superintendents, Estimators, etc. on achieving project milestones through daily tasks, etc.
- Attend subcontractor meetings to learn about the coordination of subcontractors for various trades.
- Process RFI’s, maintain the RFI log, as well as assists with processing submittals and maintaining the submittal log.
- Assists in carrying out a variety of basic field duties at the job site related to the existing projects on hand at the time of the internship.
- Exposure to the construction technology utilized by the company including, but not limited to Scheduling, Estimating, BIM, drones and other technology used.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Candidates must be currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Construction Science or a degree in a related field.
- Candidates must be open to temporarily relocating to Austin, San Antonio or Houston, TX for the duration of the internship if not already within commutable distance.
- Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
- Candidates must show initiative and possess the willingness to learn.
- Candidate must have a basic understanding of construction principles, processes, etc.
- Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools such as email, internet and Microsoft Office products.
MEP Estimator
Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is seeking an MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) Estimator to join our team! This individual will provide comprehensive preconstruction estimating for Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC), Plumbing, Fire Sprinkler Systems, Electrical, Communications, Life Safety, and other low-voltage systems for complex commercial construction projects.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
- Estimating and Cost Analysis:
- Lead the MEP portion of estimates, ensuring all scopes are coordinated and complete.
- Review and interpret narratives, plans, and specifications to ensure alignment between pricing and scope of work.
- Develop conceptual estimates based on limited information throughout project design phases.
- Contribute to the development and review of design alternatives, cost options, and value engineering.
- Create and manage MEP pricing bid strategies, breakouts, and work packages.
- Present and explain MEP pricing and costs to clients and engineers.
- Assist project teams in evaluating proposals and developing scopes of work for subcontracts.
- Coordinate with marketing personnel on technical aspects of proposals.
- Design Review:
- Conduct reviews of Conceptual, SD, DD, and CD drawings to confirm schematics and specifications are complete.
- Maintain working knowledge of relevant building codes, conducting research as needed.
- Ensure utility coordination among civil, electrical, and mechanical/data disciplines.
- Participate constructively in project meetings, providing input on constructability, logistics, sequencing, design considerations, and pricing.
- Scheduling:
- Provide input on task durations and scheduling.
- Identify and communicate lead times and testing requirements for schedule incorporation.
Minimum Requirements:
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative approach toward clients and subcontractors.
- Proficiency in fundamental mathematics and spatial visualization.
- Competency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
- Ability to write reports, develop forms, and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
Preferred Requirements:
Experience Levels: This position covers a wide range of technical disciplines, and expertise may be weighted toward either Mechanical or Electrical systems. Candidates are encouraged to apply with the understanding that a specific title may be assigned based on their qualifications. This role description reflects a more experienced MEP Estimator; however, we welcome candidates ranging from entry-level to experienced professionals. Those with less than 5 years of directly relevant experience may consider this description as a goal for professional development.
- Entry Level: Less than 5 years of commercial MEP estimating, construction, engineering, or design experience.
- Mid Level: 5 to 10 years of commercial MEP estimating, construction, engineering, or design experience.
- Senior Level: More than 10 years of commercial MEP estimating, construction, engineering, or design experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, or a related field (preferred but not required).
- Professional Engineering License (PE) is desirable but not required.
- Familiarity with MEP system installation methods in commercial facilities.
- Experience with Quantity Takeoff,OnCenter, Cost OS, Building Connected, or similar software.
- Proficiency in BIM software (Revit, Navisworks, Assemble).
Mechanical Estimator - Austin/San Antonio/Houston, TX
Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is currently seeking a Mechanical Estimator to join our team! The Mechanical Estimator will be someone who can or will be able to learn to effectively provide preconstruction estimating for Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Fire Sprinkler Systems for highly complex construction projects.
The following job description is representative of an experienced Mechanical Estimator, however we are interested in candidates that may range from entry level through experienced individuals. Those candidates that are entry level or have less experience than 5 years of directly relatable experience should consider this job description as something to work towards.
– Estimating and Cost Analysis:
- Lead the mechanical portion of estimates and ensure that scopes are coordinated and complete.
- Review and understand narratives, plans and specifications to ensure alignment between pricing and the scope of work.
- Develop conceptual estimates based on limited information at all phases of the project design progression.
- Participate in the development and review of design alternatives, cost options, and value engineering.
- Develop and manage the mechanical pricing bid strategy, break outs, and work packages.
- Explain mechanical pricing and costs to clients and engineers.
- Assist project team(s) in evaluating submitted proposals and assist with development of scopes of work to be outlined in subcontracts.
- Coordinate with marketing personnel regarding technical aspects of proposals.
– Design Review:
- Conduct review of Conceptual, SD, DD and CD drawings to ensure that schematics and specifications are complete and provide adequate information.
- Working knowledge of, and ability to research and interpret relevant building codes.
- Ensure utilities are coordinated between civil/electrical and mechanical data disciplines.
- Participate in project meetings as needed, come prepared, and participate constructively.
- Provide input on constructability, logistics, & sequencing as well as design considerations and pricing.
– Scheduling:
- Provide input for schedule related to task durations.
- Identify and communicate lead times and testing requirements for incorporation into schedule.
Minimum Requirements:
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic. Candidate must have good written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative approach working with both clients and subcontractors.
- Candidate must have strong fundamental mathematical and visualization skills.
- Must be competent in use of Microsoft software, including collecting and analyzing data in Excel, and creating documents and preparing correspondence in Outlook & Word.
- Must possess the ability to write reports, develop forms, speak effectively to small groups and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Preferred Requirements:
- 5+ (five) years of commercial Mechanical Estimating, Mechanical Construction, Mechanical Engineering or Design experience.
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, etc. preferred, but not required.
- Professional Engineering License (PE) desired, but not required.
- Experience with the installation means and methods of various mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, etc. systems found within commercial structures/facilities.
- Experience using Quantity Takeoff, OnCenter, Cost OS, Building Connected, or similar preferred, but not required.
- Experience using BIM software (Revit, Navisworks, Assemble, etc.)
- Knowledge of Electrical and Low Voltage Systems.
Electrical Estimator - Austin/San Antonio/Houston, TX
Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is currently seeking an Electrical Estimator to join our team! The Electrical Estimator will be someone who can or will be able to learn to effectively provide preconstruction estimating for electrical, communications, life safety, and other low voltage systems for highly complex commercial construction projects.
The following job description is representative of an experienced Electrical Estimator, however we are interested in candidates that may range from entry level through experienced individuals. Those candidates that are entry level or have less experience than 5 years of directly relatable experience should consider this job description as something to work towards.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
– Estimating and Cost Analysis:
- Lead the electrical portion of estimates and ensure that scopes are coordinated and complete.
- Review and understand narratives, plans and specifications to ensure alignment between pricing and the scope of work.
- Develop conceptual estimates based on limited information at all phases of the project design progression.
- Participate in the development and review of design alternatives, cost options, and value engineering.
- Develop and manage the electrical pricing bid strategy, break outs, and work packages.
- Explain electrical pricing and costs to clients and engineers.
- Assist project team(s) in evaluating submitted proposals and assist with development of scopes of work to be outlined in subcontracts.
- Coordinate with marketing personnel regarding technical aspects of proposals.
– Design Review:
- Conduct review of Conceptual, SD, DD and CD drawings to ensure that schematics and specifications are complete and provide adequate information.
- Working knowledge of, and ability to research and interpret relevant building codes.
- Ensure utilities are coordinated between civil and electrical/data disciplines.
- Participate in project meetings as needed, come prepared, and participate constructively.
- Provide input on constructability, logistics, & sequencing as well as design considerations and pricing.
– Scheduling:
- Provide input for schedule related to task durations.
- Identify and communicate lead times and testing requirements for incorporation into schedule.
Minimum Requirements:
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Candidate must have good written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative approach working with both clients and subcontractors.
- Candidate must have strong fundamental mathematical and visualization skills.
- Must be competent in use of Microsoft software, including collecting and analyzing data in Excel, and creating documents and preparing correspondence in Outlook & Word.
- Must possess the ability to write reports, develop forms, speak effectively to small groups and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Preferred Requirements:
- 5 (five) years of commercial Electrical Estimating , Electrical Construction, Electrical Engineering or Design experience required.
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, etc. preferred, but not required.
- Professional Engineering License (PE) desired, but not required.
- Experience with the installation means and methods of various electrical systems found within commercial structures/facilities.
- Experience using Quantity Takeoff, OnCenter, Cost OS, Building Connected preferred, but not required.
- Experience using BIM software (Revit, Navisworks, Assemble, etc.)
- Knowledge of Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection Systems.