Career Opportunities at DTC

Special Projects and Maintenance Manager 

Don Tankersley Construction (DTC) has been developing, remodeling, and building homes for nearly 32 years. We have created a team of like-minded individuals, craftspeople, and builders that deliver legacy homes. 

 

DTC has a unique opportunity for the right person. We are looking for someone to join our team to lead our special projects and maintenance program, responsible for projects ranging from $250 to $250,000. The special projects will be multifaceted, including remodels and additions related to homes we have built. The maintenance program will consist of maintaining the homes of previous and current clients, scheduling quarterly visits, proactively figuring out what needs to be done, and executing with urgency and minimal impact. At its heart, this position is setting client expectations and then exceeding them. 

As our Special Projects and Maintenance Manager, you will run multiple small projects through the entire life cycle, including estimating, planning, scheduling, organizing, managing the budget and subcontractors, and, in many cases, using your carpentry and general labor skills to execute the work independently. You must also provide excellent customer service, including solid communication and interpersonal skills, and interact positively with our clients, team members, subcontractors, and suppliers. We are looking for a person with a strong work ethic who is self-motivated with excellent follow-through.  Work is expected to be completed efficiently with a high standard of excellence.  This is a full-time, "bags on" position. The salary range for the Special Projects Manager is $35-$45 per hour, depending on experience. Don Tankersley & Co offers medical and dental insurance, 401K, paid holidays, and other benefits to full time employees.  

 

Qualifications 

  • Minimum seven years of direct experience in the residential construction field. 

  • Minimum one year of supervisory or leadership experience in construction  

  • Experience with high-end residential construction 

  • Strong understanding and working knowledge of OSHA and other Federal, State, and Local regulations and building codes. 

  • Strong knowledge of building materials, methods, and tools. Thorough understanding of all areas of residential construction and the intersection of all trades required throughout the construction of a custom residential home. 

  • Read, interpret, and build on basic sketches, diagrams, specifications, and construction drawings. 

  • Project estimation and budgeting skills. Strong documentation and invoicing skills. 

  • Integrity and honesty; building trust within the DTC team, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.  

  • Resourceful problem-solver with a positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work independently and efficiently. 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office & Excel. Smartsheet, and Procore experience preferred. 

  • High-level customer service and relationship-building skills 

  • The ability to communicate via phone, texting, and email. 

  • Professional: embodying and promoting DTC company standards while onsite. Professional appearance and demeanor. 

  • Must have a good driving record and a reliable, insured vehicle. Regular travel between job sites is required. 

  • Ability to pass a background check.  

 

To Apply 

Please email a cover letter and resume, including the job title in your subject line, to office@dtcportland.com.  

No phone calls, please. 

We are committed to equal opportunity in employment. 

We perform background checks and safety training for all new hires.