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We are currently seeking candidates for the following positions:

• Detailer and Design Coordinator

  Detailer and Design Coordinator

  Watertown, NY
  
  

  Purcell Construction is a General Contracting, Construction Management and Design-Build firm. Our corporate office is located in Watertown, NY with a regional office in Richmond, VA. We have a passion for building and have a broad range of project experience. We’ve completed public and private projects in housing, higher education, healthcare, and historical renovations. Over 30 years ago, Purcell pioneered the use of modular construction. We developed a particular expertise in using prefabricated light gauge structural systems. We have constructed millions of square feet of buildings using this technology. Today, we continue to evolve the way we build.

  Purcell is looking for a full-time Detailer & Design Coordinator for our Watertown office. This individual will be solution oriented and willing to collaboratively face challenges as they arise throughout the design and coordination phases on our projects.

  The role involves interfacing with our entire team to coordinate design, provide detailing, and execute our prefabricated light gauge structural systems. A significant amount of communication at all levels of our organization is expected, including communicating with design professionals, owners and developers. The Detailer & Design Coordinator must have the ability to navigate multiple design software programs to produce various building assemblies and fabrication details as well as assist with estimating, preconstruction, and project management tasks.

  Roles of the Detailer/Design Coordinator will include:

  • A general knowledge of building construction and its associated building assemblies.
  • An understanding of the project life cycle in construction.
  • An ability to accurately navigate and interpret project drawings.
  • Experience producing drawings in AutoCAD.
  • Experience with REVIT, Navisworks, SketchUp etc.
  • Generating shop drawings for in-house and subcontracted fabrications.
  • Experience in BIM Software and Analytical software for model evaluation and coordination.
  • Collaborating with all parties involving projects and design elements.
  • Assisting with coordination of design during preconstruction and construction phases of project.
  • Assisting with aspects of estimating construction projects including pricing change orders and building assemblies.
  • Assisting Project Managers with preconstruction, procurement, construction and close-out tasks during a project.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe.

   

  Experience/Certifications:

  • Minimum of 2-years’ experience or associate’s degree in Construction related field.
  • Minimum of 1-year experience working with AutoCAD or similar design software to produce drawings.
  • Valid Driver’s License Required.

   

  Pay: From $58,000

  Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off, Holidays, & Sick Time

   

  At Purcell, we recognize that one of our most important assets is our people. We offer our employees a platform to develop their skills and welcome opportunities to invest in them. We continually strive to maintain an atmosphere of collaboration, improvement and growth. This is an entry level position with potential for growth within our organization. We are willing to train the right candidate.

  Send cover letter, resume, 3 professional references to hrmanager@purcellconstruction.com.

   

  Purcell Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  Watertown, NY

• Commercial Carpenter

  Commercial Carpenter

  Watertown, NY
  
  

  The successful applicant will have a basic knowledge of commercial construction trades, practices, procedures, and will be familiar with the tools, equipment, and materials necessary to assist the Foreman and Site Superintendents in carrying out their duties and other projects as assigned.

  • Job requires ability to climb ladders, crawl for distances, work in confined areas, lift and manipulate heavy objects. Candidate must possess physical strength and agility needed to perform strenuous manual labor.
  • Be able to stand for up to 8-10 hours in a given day.
  • Must be bale to lift up to 70 lbs. unassisted to your waist.
  • Have the ability to step up a 19-inch rise without assistance.
  • Must have the ability to understand verbal and written instructions and organize assigned tasks for completion alone or with help.
  • Working conditions include restricted movement, dirty environment, extreme temperatures, working on buildings, and/or scaffolding at heights over 15 feet above the ground and climbing ladder for heights up to 30 feet.
  • Erecting and dismantling concrete formwork and scaffolding.
  • General wall and roof framing and sheathing.
  • Exterior siding, trim, and roofing products.
  • Installation of standard and running trim.
  • Installation of cabinetry, doors, and hardware.
  • Operating woodworking machines and tools such as power saws, drills, and planers.
  • General knowledge of Building Codes.
  • At least three (3) years experience as a Carpenter is preferred.
  • Education and experience: High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Valid drivers license required

  All applicants are required to complete a Job Safety Training orientation program, and are required to abide by the company’s Safety Policy. Applicants must not be on any medication without notice to the employer that may affect their ability to conduct work as described above. In certain jobs, applicants must have the physical ability to operate construction machinery and equipment safely.

  Purcell Construction Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  Job Type: Full-Time

  Pay: $23.00 – $28.00 per hour

  Expected hours: 40-48 per week

  Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off

   

  Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift

   

  Work Location: Trumansburg, NY 14886

  Watertown, NY