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Richmond, Virginia, United States
Onsite
At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
Job Summary:
Leads and supervises drywallers to deliver high-quality results and foster professional growth. Leads the planning, coordination, and supervision of drywall and metal stud installation projects to ensure quality and timely completion. Manages crew operations of this scope across the project or a large section of the project. Drives team performance by fostering a safe, collaborative, and productive work environment that supports organizational objectives. Directs resource allocation and workflow to optimize efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to project specifications. Promotes continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, safety, and team development.
Key Responsibilities:
Leads, manages, and develops crews of drywallers to achieve high-quality performance and encourage talent development.
Coordinates with project teams and suppliers to facilitate timely delivery of materials and resolve site issues.
Monitors adherence to safety protocols specific to drywall operations and actively promotes a culture of workplace safety and accountability among crews.
Evaluates drywall team performance, providing coaching, training, and constructive feedback to support skill development, productivity, and quality workmanship.
Reviews project documentation, including blueprints and drywall specifications, to ensure accurate layout, installation, and finishing in accordance with project requirements.
Manages resource allocation for drywall activities, including labor, equipment, and materials, to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
Tracks the progress of drywall installation, preparing regular reports on milestones, challenges, and outcomes for leadership and project management review, while ensuring timely and precise completion of time cards.
Education Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
Work Experience:
7 years of experience in drywall installation, construction, or a related field required.
1 - 2 years of experience in a managerial capacity preferred.
Certifications and Licenses:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Construction certification preferred. OSHA 30 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.
Anticipated starting pay range:
Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs
for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.