Employment
Absher Construction Company is an industry leader with recent awards that include the Puget Sound Business Journal's 2011 Washington's Best Workplaces award; numerous "Best Places to Work" awards from Washington CEO magazine, and numerous other company and project awards on both state and national levels.
Due to the volume of resumes received, we are not able to call applicants, nor are we able to return unsolicited phone calls. However, if your skills make you a prime candidate for a current opening, we will contact you to schedule an interview. Absher is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Please note that Absher hires all carpenters and laborers (and respective apprentices) through our local Union hall.
Absher is currently accepting resumes for the following positions
(updated 1.4.2012):
WASHINGTON STATE JOB OPENINGS
We are currently seeking an entry level Graphic Designerto join our team.
GENERAL POSITION: To coordinate the graphic design/production and layout activities of the Marketing/Communications department, as well as research, administrative and other related duties as needed. We are open to candidates seeking part time or full time employment.
Experience:
- Entry level with a project portfolio of student work or other projects
Education:
- Post-High School education in graphic-design with portfolio of student work and/or two years’ experience in a graphic design/production environment with a portfolio of work.
Description of position:
Support role for marketing department including general graphic design projects; development of designs, illustrations and layouts for various marketing materials including proposals, presentations, Powerpoint shows, resumes and project profiles. General graphic design includes; brochures, signs, flyers, website editing, editing photos, etc. Interest and skills in photography and website development a plus.
Skills Required:
The individual must:
- Demonstrate ability to capably use InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop as well as MS Powerpoint, Excel and Word.
- Be knowledgeable with printers and publishing using both in house and external resources.
- Be reliable and well organized.
- Be able to prioritize work flow and turn projects around quickly.
- Have strong communication skills
- Accept criticism of artwork and follow direction and revision instructions, even when you disagree.
- Be able to apply an existing design concept to various materials.
- Be capable of assisting with material production.
- Possess strong writing and editing skills.
- Be able to troubleshoot and have solid computer skills.
OAHU, HAWAII JOB OPENINGS
Local candidates only please and no recruiters.
Quality Control Manager
The Quality Control Manager will be primarily responsible for creating, implementing and administering the company’s on site Quality Control / Assurance Program. Ensure compliance with applicable contract documents, government regulations or other company requirements.
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
- Monitor overall company QC plan and amend as needed. Review all interim owner evaluations and take corrective action if necessary
- Develop streamlined processes to ensure that all work is performed in accordance with company plan and specifications, as well as the standards and methods outlined in the project Quality Control Plans
- Oversee preparatory meetings, MEP coordination meetings and field inspections to insure compliance with contract and company policy
- Ensure that all daily documentation requirements are adhered to as required by the contract documents and company policy
- Attend weekly jobsite QC or coordination meetings to understand the project status and any issues that might require assistance to resolve
Minimum Qualifications:
- Five years of combined experience as a Superintendent, QC Manager, Project Manager, or Project Engineer on similar size and type construction contracts, and at least two years experience as a QC Manager.
- Construction Quality Management for Contractors certification
- Department of Defense project experience, Corps of Engineers preferred.
- Excellent attention to detail
- Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good time management skills and organizational skills
Local candidates preferred, no relocation package is available. No recruiters and no phone calls please.
NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND JOB OPENINGS:
Site Safety Manager
The Site Safety Manager is responsible for implementing and supervising all project safety, accident and fire protection programs on site. Analyzes need and determines specifications for protective safety equipment, materials and gear. Document all accidents, safety violations and unsafe conditions and work with the Corporate Safety Manager to maintain site compliance with agency standards. Insures all required records and reports are complete, accurate and submitted per established procedures. Directs surveillance inspections, air sampling tests, and employee safety training programs, insuring that site is in compliance with all required applicable safety and health standards.
Requirements:
- First Aid/CPR card
- EM-385 certification
- DOD experience, NAVFAC preferred.
- A minimum of 10 years safety work of a progressive nature with at least 5 years of experience on projects from $25MM to $50MM.
- 30-hour OSHA construction safety class or equivalent within the last 5 years.
- OSHA 500 course certification preferred
- An average of at least 24 hours of formal safety training each year for the past 5 years with training for competent person status for at least the following 4 areas of competency: Excavation; Scaffolding; Fall protection; Hazardous energy; Confined space; Health hazard recognition, evaluation and control of chemical, physical and biological agents; Personal protective equipment and clothing to include selection, use and maintenance.
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For inquiries on any of these positions, please contact Absher's Human Resources department via e-mail by clicking HERE.