JPI · 1 day ago
Technical Senior Specialist
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expJPI is a leading real estate developer focused on building exceptional multifamily communities. The Technical Senior Specialist will support the Operations Support Center team by assessing project risks, managing the RFI process, and ensuring compliance with project plans and specifications.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Responsible to Review and finalize plans and maintain active day to day involvement with OSC Team
Trach and Ensure trade specific PreCon onsite meeting agendas to the Site Construction Managers to ensure Plan adherence
Track and resolve construction issues from field “tickets” in timely and complete manner
Responsible for Leading execution risk assessment and developing Plan B's
Ensure the de-risking process is complete with all necessary RFI’s/ASI’s resolved in timely manner. (Maintain 30 days of clear runway without RFI delays)
Monitors dashboard daily for trends impacting the Plan, diagnose the root cause and directs OSC resource support and realignment on subcontractor performance both on completion and corrective items
Communicates OSC support of wet weather mitigation pre-planning efforts and implementation
Utilize digital technology by reviewing technology information captures as directed to solve technical issues affecting the project
Tracks and Ensures the Day 1 Startup checklist is completed on NTP day
Complete submittal and shop drawing approvals
Create and manage a project specific submittal log. Review and compare submittals, samples and shop drawings to specifications, clarifications and drawings. Upload and Track submittals, samples and shop drawings to Procore. Ensure submittals are reviewed within the contracted consultant response time. Assign appropriate consultants to each submittal. Review responses to submittals and ensure trade partner is aware of any comments
Accountable for Managing RFI Process
Maintain RFI urgency log daily and ensure consultants are working on correct RFI priorities
Work Directly with Operations team to draft and submit RFI's
Manage that RFI's are answered promptly and by correct consultants
Ensure RFI's are distributed to appropriate subs
Inform the Commercial Lead of RFI's with potential costs attached
Accountable for Complete AHJ precon
Ensure that the project turnover phasing and sequence will be approved by the jurisdiction and make any plan resequencing as necessary to accommodate AHJ requirements
Ensure the Fire inspector startup requirements are aligned with phasing and OPC plan
Ensure 3rd party consultants are contracted with appropriate inspection type and frequency per the plan minimum or minimum JPI standard whichever is greater
Usher AHJ through 3rd party inspection adoption (BV or similar)
Ensure that Submittals are reviewed and approved for installation per plan
Responsible to Support CO review process
Coordinate with the Site Construction Manager to verify change order work is valid
Manage change order disputes
Expectations
Act as a representative and advocate of JPI’s culture and guiding principles
5 day (Monday-Friday) Physical Co-location
Daily Collaboration
Thorough knowledge of daily on-site activities
Review and finalize plans and maintain active day-to-day involvement with OSC team
The Taktical Control Lead will provide the Takt sequence and pod layout. Pre-construction meetings should be conducted with trades to gather input on the labor requirements for each trade during each phase to keep the project on schedule. Maintain regular communication with the Resource Lead to ensure that subcontractor labor is consistently available to meet project milestones. Maintain open communication with the Taktical Control Lead on OPC changes, updates and plan b's
Lead execution risk assessment and develop Plan B's
Identify chokepoints and risks in the proposed construction takt plan. Seek feedback from the Construction Manager and OSC Manager to develop corrective actions or alternative strategies to keep the construction plan and schedule on track. Insert Procedure. This enables the OSC team to adapt and maintain the construction schedule and duration
The Digital Lead is responsible for setting up and updating all digital platforms for the project. The Technical Project Lead should seek input from consultants on technical issues identified through digital technology to address these problems. Develop Plan B solutions to mitigate risks and keep the project on schedule. Engage the OSC and Construction Manager in overseeing digital conflicts and Plan B scenarios, and ensure they communicate updates to subcontractors to ensure alignment with the revised plans
Complete submittal and shop drawing approvals
Develop a project-specific submittal log based on contracted subcontractors, project drawings, specifications, and clarifications. Subcontractors will provide the required documents for review. Consultants will be assigned to review these submittals in accordance with the project’s drawings and specifications. The Commercial Specialist will create and oversee the submittal log, ensuring all submittals are reviewed against the plans and specifications. The Specialist will upload submittals into Procore, assigning them to the appropriate consultants with set review timelines. Then, will ensure that consultants adhere to the standard response times specified in the contract. Submittals will either be approved or returned for revision and resubmission back to the subcontractor. Subcontractors may proceed with material procurement and fabrication only after receiving approval of their submittals
Manages RFI Process
RFI questions are initiated by subcontractors, digital efforts, and design value engineering (VE) processes. The Technical Project Lead collaborates with the Site Construction Manager to draft the RFIs. Each RFI is created in Procore, including a description and supporting documentation to ensure consultants have all the necessary information for an accurate response. The Technical Project Lead oversees the timely resolution of RFIs and ensures that closed RFIs with appropriate responses are distributed to all relevant parties. If an RFI results in cost implications, the Technical Project Lead informs the Commercial Lead to document these costs in a change order
Support CO review process
Subcontractors submit change orders for additional work with associated costs. The Technical Project Lead must verify that the change order pertains to work outside the current scope and is associated with a project RFI or additional request from the Construction Manager. Once the change order has been reviewed and validated, the Technical Project Lead sends it, along with supporting documentation, to the Commercial Lead for submission through Procore for review and approval and notify the site construction manager to proceed
Policies, Forms, Templates and Reports
OPC Scheduling SOP
Bluebeam
Plan B Procedure
Digital Workflow Dashboard
Pre Wet Weather Mitigation
RFI Log
Change Order Template
Non-Essential Functions
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field
3-5 years' experience in a business or professional setting (inclusive of non-profit or government roles)
Proven experience in an executive support role or similar position
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
Proficiency in using business software and tools, including MS Office and project management applications
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Benefits
Competitive Bonus Program
4 Weeks PTO for All New Associates (Pro-Rated by Hire Date)
11 Holidays and 8 Early Release Days
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match (Up to 5% Match)
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Volunteer Time
Tuition Assistance
Phone Reimbursement
Associate Referral Bonuses
Company
JPI
JPI is a leading development and construction company with a mission to transform building, enhance communities and improve lives.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$80MKey Investors
Dekel Capital
2023-10-02Acquired
2019-08-19Debt Financing· $80M
Leadership Team
Payton Mayes
Chief Executive Officer
Mollie Fadule
Chief Financial & Investment Officer
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