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DR Horton, Inc.

Div Stormwater CPL Spec I

Biloxi, MS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... contractors services and provide recommendations as requested * Provide compliance appraisal reports to division, region and corporate as may be required * Assist Division Stormwater Compliance ...

Richland County

Roll Cart Delivery Technician

Biloxi, MS · On-site

$13.25 - $17.25/hr

Observes and reports abuse of carts/bins by contractors; reports non-regulated waste piles as ... Attends training, meetings, etc., as necessary to enhance job knowledge and skills. Assist with ...

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Assistant contractors are professionals who support lead contractors or project managers on construction projects. Their duties often include coordinating schedules, managing supplies, communicating with subcontractors, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. They help keep projects on track by handling various administrative and on-site tasks, making them essential for efficient project execution. Assistant contractors typically have a background in construction or project management and may be working toward becoming lead contractors themselves.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant contractor?

To thrive as an Assistant Contractor, you need a solid understanding of construction methods, project management basics, and relevant safety regulations, often supported by a high school diploma or trade school certification. Familiarity with construction management software, blueprint reading, and basic hand and power tools is commonly required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help you collaborate effectively with teams and manage on-site challenges. These competencies are essential for ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standards.

What are some common challenges assistant contractors face when managing multiple projects simultaneously?

Assistant Contractors often juggle several projects at different stages, which can make prioritizing tasks and maintaining clear communication challenging. Staying organized, meeting deadlines, and coordinating with various teams—such as suppliers, subcontractors, and inspectors—are daily hurdles. Adapting quickly to shifting project needs and resolving unexpected issues on-site are key skills that help Assistant Contractors succeed in a dynamic work environment.

What is the difference between Assistant Contractor vs Construction Supervisor?

AspectAssistant ContractorConstruction Supervisor
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer certifications in construction managementUsually holds a bachelor's degree in construction management or related field; relevant certifications like OSHA are common
Work EnvironmentAssists on construction sites, offices, and project planning areasOversees daily site operations, manages workers, and ensures safety compliance
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by construction firms, contractors, and project managers for support rolesEmployed by construction companies and project owners to supervise projects

While both roles are involved in construction projects, an Assistant Contractor primarily supports project management tasks and assists with coordination, whereas a Construction Supervisor directly oversees site activities and manages workers to ensure project progress and safety compliance.

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Div Stormwater CPL Spec I

DR Horton, Inc.

Biloxi, MS • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 hours ago

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 80 rated construction

Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.
D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Division Stormwater Compliance Specialist I. The right candidate will manage the Division Stormwater Management Program with respect to Clean Water Act Sections 301, 402 and 404: National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), as well as applicable federal, state, and local stormwater regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Sign and submit stormwater compliance related regulatory permit applications
  • Manage the Division Stormwater Management Program in compliance with both D.R. Horton operational standards and applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional regulations, in coordination and communication with the D.R. Horton Corporate and Region Stormwater Compliance Managers, the Division President and appropriate D.R. Horton personnel in Entitlements, Land Acquisition, Land Development and Vertical Construction (the "Division NPDES Program")
  • Develop, implement, and administer revisions to the Division Stormwater Management Program in conformance with the DHI Stormwater Management Program, and as regulatory, operational or industry practices-requirements dictate
  • Communicate and supervise third-party contractors and consultants responsible for stormwater or wetlands NPDES compliance, e.g. stormwater design professionals, storm water pollution prevention design, inspection, and corrective action consultants, erosion and sediment control contractors, and wetland consultants to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and the Division Stormwater Management Program
  • Liaise with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies and participate through attendance or coordination in site inspections and investigations. Review and coordinate responses to routine requests for information from regulatory authorities. Communicate with Division President and Corporate and Region Stormwater Compliance Managers regarding regulatory agency concerns. Serve as the point of contact for responses to regulatory enforcement actions in coordination with the Office of General Counsel, the Corporate and Region Stormwater Compliance Managers, and the Division President.
  • Conduct routine inspections and quality assurance audits of design, administrative and in-field practices; provide corrective action directives to Division, contractors, and consultants to ensure that the Division Stormwater Management Program requirements and objectives are met
  • Identify, develop and maintain cost efficiency/cost effective measures relative to stormwater compliance including implementation of appropriate technology and technical storm water compliance tools, measures and BMPs
  • Serve as the division voice in stormwater emergency situations
  • Maintain a working knowledge and proficiency of federal, state, and local stormwater regulations and compliance requirements; maintain professional state and local certifications, as applicable
  • Implement the preparation and review of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans as necessary to assure compliance with the Division Stormwater Management Program
  • Prepare and process NOIs, NOCs, NOTs, amendments and updates to permits as needed
  • Provide periodic stormwater and/or related compliance familiarization and training of division personnel
  • Acquire and make selections for consultants and contractors services and provide recommendations as requested
  • Provide compliance appraisal reports to division, region and corporate as may be required
  • Assist Division Stormwater Compliance Administrator(s) as needed
  • Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
  • Ability to travel overnight
  • Ability to work an occasional weekend

Education and/or Experience
  • Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
  • One or more years of stormwater related experience
  • Must have a vehicle and a valid driver's license
  • Possess or obtain within one year of employment, at least one of the following four national stormwater certifications: Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI), Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ), Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control(CISEC)
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
  • Proficiency with MS Office and email
  • Ability to stand and walk for 4 hours straight or up to a full 8-hour day; sit for extended periods; kneel and bend at the waist; climb, balance and stoop, crouch or crawl; walk up and down stairs; walk on unlevel terrain; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision
  • Regular exposure to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places and risk of electrical shock

Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with attention to detail

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
  • Medical, Vision and Dental
  • 401(K)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

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