Project Lead - Birmingham
Austin Historical, Inc.
Birmingham, AL
Sales / Marketing, General Business, Education / Training
DESCRIPTION
This position is based in Savannah, GA and will be responsible for ensuring all aspects of assigned projects from client communication to production are done accurately and timely. The Project Lead will be assigned various projects, including but not limited to, wood and steel window and door restoration. This person will be responsible for all aspects of projects assigned to them and will coordinate with the Branch Manager.
This position may require overnight travel for up to two (2) weeks at a time depending on site work needs for specific projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform tasks including but not limited to scraping, sanding, carpentry, glazing, painting, etc.
- Work with Branch Manager to create accurate materials lists and labor schedules for assigned projects
- Be the main point of contact for clients regarding project coordination
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Ensure onsite and shop work is done accurately, timely, and to Austin quality standards
- Supervise a team of employees and temp labor
- Mentor less experienced employees to constantly improve abilities of team
- Coordinate onsite subcontractor schedules for efficient use of time
- Communicate any change order requests with details to sales team
- Meet or beat materials and labor estimates for assigned projects
- Maintain and keep track of company owned tools and equipment
- Keep assigned company vehicle clean and mechanically maintained
- Implement and monitor company safety plan to ensure a safe job site for employees and subcontractors
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
- 3-8 Years of carpentry work preferred
- 2-5 Years of supervisor experience preferred
- Must have a reliable means of transportation
- Must speak English
Physical Requirements: This position requires incumbents to routinely stand for up to 10 hours a day and for long periods of time, stoop or crouch, lift up to 80 lbs at a time, endure hot and cold temperatures while working, work outside, work while wearing cumbersome protective equipment, walk, perform repetitive hand and arm motions, be able to see near and far distances, respond quickly to sounds, and climb ladders and raised platforms while carrying materials or equipment. There may be days where this position will require wearing a respirator for up to 10 hours a day due to being exposed to lead paint with historic windows.
BENEFITS
- Health, Vision, Dental, and Supplemental Insurance
- 4 Day Work-Week
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
About the company
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Austin Historical is a leading expert in the restoration and replication of historic wood and steel windows and doors. With over 15 years of experience and award-winning craftsmanship, we specialize in preserving the architectural integrity of landmark buildings throughout Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas.
Our team of skilled craftsmen works in strict compliance with the US Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation, ensuring eligibility for historic tax credits, grant funding, and preservation board approval.
We provide turnkey restoration services to:
* Architects specifying sensitive window scopes on historic structures
* General Contractors managing adaptive reuse and government-funded rehabilitation projects
* Preservation Engineers requiring envelope solutions that balance historic accuracy with modern performance
Core Services Include:
* Historic wood window repair, glazing, and sash rope replacement
* Steel casement window restoration and operability tuning
* Custom replication of deteriorated units using Accoya and other rot-resistant materials (50 year warranty)
* Lead-safe paint removal, Dutchman repairs, and wood epoxy restoration
* Storm protection packages that preserve historic character and meet Florida codes
* Full-service painting and finishing using approved materials and techniques
From 100-year-old courthouses to historic campus buildings and commercial facades, we deliver exceptional results that protect your schedule, budget, and design vision.
We have been recognized with awards from the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation, among others.
Austin Historical employs craftspeople and artisans in all fields of historic preservation who bring unique skill sets and backgrounds to the work. This allows us to offer a variety of custom services perfect for historically sensitive projects or historic tax credit projects that require intimate knowledge of historic structures.
Our offices are Orlando, Tampa, Savannah