Director of Construction Management, Project Management & Engineering Services

Company: The Building People
Location: Leesburg
Posted on: September 11, 2020

Job Description:

The Building People, LLC has a position open for--a--Director--of--Construction Management, Project Management & Engineering Services. The Building People helps our clients navigate 21st century real estate and facilities challenges. Our global organization delivers total life-cycle solutions for clients that integrate technology, buildings, and people to solve today's complex challenges for building owners, occupants and stakeholders. We empower our clients to maximize the workplace experience and reduce costs without sacrificing quality and reliability. Our strategy leads clients towards the future of facilities through a connected real estate model that propagates new norms to deliver organizational efficiency, sustainability, and savings. The real estate and the facilities landscapes are changing, join us and we will lead this change together.--The purpose of this position is to lead, direct and carry out strategic and tactical implementation of construction management, project management and engineering services and solutions on a global basis for The Building People.The Director of Construction Management, Project Management & Engineering Services leads, guides and mentors a group of engineering, facility and construction management professionals. This role is also responsible for planning, developing and directing a number of engineering and construction projects concurrently, marketing and business development activities, growing the company's credibility in the engineering world, and working closely with the firm's Leadership to ensure The Building People corporate goals and guidelines are maintained.Responsibilities/DutiesThe Director of this program is the primary lead and company representative for all business and client relationships, personnel management, and product oversight in this critical vertical.--He/she will be expected to operate with autonomy and minimal oversight and will report directly to the Director for Delivery.--The primary responsibility at all times is to ensure The Building People's core values are represented both internally and through all external (client facing) interactions.--Enumerated Responsibilities of a Director include:Understanding technical issues of each project and managing activities including:Terms of Agreement.Changes in agreed scope.Meeting established goals and schedule requirements for projects consistent with contract agreements.Establish personnel and financial resources for the project.Monitor project progress and billings versus budget through regular meetings with Principals.Manage and direct employees assigned to projects. Monitor progress of work and take appropriate action when team performance deviates from established plan.Ensure The Building People quality standards are met.Coordinate design review, verify that the quality of work and design are as agreed.Ensure deadlines and schedules are met and strive to complete the project to the full satisfaction of the client and within the established budget and schedule.Obtain field data by conducting field visits to project sites both in state and out of state. Documents existing conditions. May require overnight travel.Solve standard engineering problems.Communicate with clients or architects to resolve issues with engineering designs.Obtain knowledge of building and energy codes and stay current with code changes.Work with senior engineers to determine the most appropriate concept for the engineering system being designed or redesigned.Perform engineering calculations as well as operate various software packages related to various portions of the design package.Perform research and write reports.Client Relationship Management and Marketing:Actively involved in client marketing activities, cross-selling The Building People services available beyond scope requirements for the future.Develop and manage client relationships within the market sector or sectors associated with your group.Maintain The Building People industry reputation by always conducting business in a courteous and professional mannerBe closely involved in the proposal process. Tasks include delivering presentations, negotiating fees to perform projects of a certain scope, reviewing and approving written proposal documents, and obtaining authorized signatures on contracts.Team Management:Interview and recruit employees as required. In conjunction with the senior leadership, assist in the selection of staff. Conduct employee performance appraisals, sets goals associated with the performance process, conducts disciplinary actions, and terminations as required.Provide training and technical mentoring of staff to facilitate growth within their career/profession and to further the goals of the firm.Ensure The Building People policies and procedures are fairly and consistently followed.Develop tools for staff as needed to ensure efficient workflows and a high level of quality and increase in employee productivityRegularly review software tools for relevance and applicability.Maintain general team management resources and tools to ensure efficient operation, staffing projections, task management, etc.Business Planning and Accounting:Develops short term as well as long term business development strategies for the assigned market sector.Constantly reviews work in progress and future work to ensure that employees assigned to your group remain busy and profitable. Communicate relevant information promptly to Leadership.Oversee a variety of projects at various stages of construction to ensure deadlines are met, budgets are monitored, variances are explained, and profitability and quality is on target.Assist with collections of accounts receivable on current and past projects as needed, mediating between The Building People A/R department and the Client Project Manager.Responsible for profitable completion of projects.The ideal Candidate:Possess a professional demeanor along with excellent presentation skills.Always maintains composure; able to think quickly and respond appropriately during stressful situations.Has well-developed business development skills.Can make quick decisions and effectively implement actions related to decisions.Has excellent interpersonal skills and ability to positively interact with staff at every level of the organization.Is able to build an effective team and facilitate team spirit.--Capable of resolving conflicts independently.Required SkillsMust have strong leadership, problem-solving and excellent communication skillsRequired Experience15 years' experience in the consulting, advisory and professional support services including construction engineering field designing and managing projects independently including developing plans and specificationsExperience and leadership in these areas specifically in the Federal Government PortfolioPreferred ExperienceSolutions experiences and proficiency in AutoCAD MEP, Revit, Microsoft Office, and project management software applicationsRequired EducationMaster's degree in Engineering or MBALicensed Professional Engineer in the field of mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineeringPreferred EducationProfessional CertificationsMust keep current through continuing educationDetailsCompetitive benefits for eligible employees include:--Medical & RxDentalVisionFlexible Spending Accounts401(k) Retirement PlanLife Insurance/AD&DLong Term Disability and Short-Term DisabilityPaid Time OffHoliday PayAll positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized.--However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC.--Your position may require--special credentialing, clearance, and access--as a condition of employment.--In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination--of--your employment.--We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.For more information, view the--EEO is the Law Poster--and--Pay Transparency Statement.

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