Commercial EIFS Subcontractor
Company: Northeast Ohio Exteriors
Location: Northeast Ohio
Work Type: Commercial Construction
Relationship: Subcontractor / Independent Contractor Only
Subcontracting Opportunity
Northeast Ohio Exteriors is seeking experienced Commercial EIFS subcontractors for commercial projects throughout Northeast Ohio.
This is a subcontractor opportunity only. This is not an employee position.
We are looking for experienced EIFS subcontractors who can take an assigned scope of work and complete it professionally, efficiently, and in accordance with project plans, specifications, manufacturer requirements, and established project schedules.
Proven commercial EIFS experience is mandatory.
Required EIFS Experience
Subcontractors must have experience with complete commercial EIFS installations, including:
- Substrate preparation
- Air/water-resistive barriers
- Flashing and waterproofing details
- Insulation board installation
- Adhesive and mechanical attachment systems
- Cutting, fitting, rasping, and leveling insulation
- Base coat application
- Reinforcing mesh
- Detail and high-impact mesh
- Corners and openings
- Backwrapping and termination details
- Reveals and architectural details
- Expansion and control joints
- Window, door, and penetration details
- Sealant transitions
- Finish coat application
- Consistent texture and appearance
- EIFS repairs and patching
- Transitions between EIFS and adjacent exterior systems
Subcontractor Responsibilities
- Perform commercial EIFS work according to the contracted scope.
- Review and understand applicable plans, specifications, details, and project requirements.
- Follow EIFS manufacturer installation requirements.
- Provide experienced manpower necessary to maintain the agreed project schedule.
- Maintain professional workmanship and acceptable production rates.
- Properly execute critical waterproofing, flashing, termination, opening, and transition details within the subcontracted scope.
- Coordinate work with Northeast Ohio Exteriors' project management and other trades as required.
- Immediately communicate field conditions, scope conflicts, or installation concerns before proceeding with affected work.
- Maintain a clean and professional work area.
- Correct workmanship deficiencies attributable to the subcontractor.
- Comply with applicable commercial jobsite safety requirements.
Mandatory Requirements
Subcontractors must:
- Have proven commercial EIFS installation experience.
- Operate as an independent subcontractor/business.
- Be capable of completing commercial EIFS work without installation training.
- Have their own experienced EIFS crew or qualified installers as applicable to the contracted scope.
- Provide their own standard trade tools and equipment as required by the subcontract agreement.
- Maintain required insurance and provide current certificates of insurance.
- Provide required business and tax documentation.
- Meet project-specific safety and general contractor requirements.
- Maintain reliable communication with project management.
- Meet agreed production schedules and completion dates.
- Deliver commercial-quality workmanship.
Additional project-specific requirements will be established in the subcontract agreement for each project.
Compensation
Subcontractors are paid based on an agreed scope and subcontract price.
Pricing will be established prior to the start of each project based on the scope of work, quantities, project conditions, schedule, and responsibilities of the subcontractor.
This is not an hourly employee position.
Who We're Looking For
We are interested in building relationships with professional commercial EIFS subcontractors who understand the trade, maintain reliable crews, meet schedules, communicate effectively, and consistently produce quality work.
We are not looking to train individuals in EIFS installation.
If you have proven commercial EIFS experience and are interested in subcontracting commercial projects with Northeast Ohio Exteriors, we want to hear from you.
To Be Considered
Please provide:
- Company or subcontractor name
- Primary contact information
- Years of commercial EIFS experience
- Typical crew size
- Areas you service
- Examples/photos of completed commercial EIFS projects
- EIFS manufacturers/systems you have worked with
- Current insurance information
- References or recent commercial projects upon request
Commercial EIFS experience is mandatory. Subcontractors without proven EIFS experience will not be considered.
Pay: $26.05 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Hands on EIFS : 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Cleveland, OH 44109 (Required)
Work Location: In person
