Director of Construction - Multi-Family

Summary

The individual is responsible for multi-family construction function for our company. The jobs include supervising project teams, managing budgets and adherence to deadlines, communicating with ownership, as well as developing relationships with vendors and partner businesses.

The position performs more of a construction manager function, supervising projects and also leading teams that are working directly at a project site. The job entails communicating with contractors and vendors on a regular basis to ensure all aspects of the project meet the expectations of the client,

Essential Functions

• Plans and oversees all aspects of the construction function
• Assist in all levels of the project, including project execution, project planning, project financials, preconstruction, and health and safety planning.
• Ensures timely delivery of all projects, within the agreed budget, and following the pre-established specifications.
• Collaborates with multiple ranks across the construction function to assure that strategies are implemented well.
• Develops work plans and manages construction staff responsible for overseeing performance of contractors.
• Monitors contractors’ work for compliance with schedule, budget, quality, safety, and overall conformance with the contract documents
• Reviews contract documents and assists with procurement, pre-bid conferences, and evaluations.
• Coordinates activities with other staff, departments, and public agencies.
• Resolve field construction problems in coordination with engineering staff, third parties, and other agencies as necessary.
• Assists in negotiating with contractors regarding changes to design, construction work scope, and schedules.
• Supports safety vision and complies with all safety rules, policies, and procedures; maintains accountability for safety performance of subordinate personnel.
• Signs Approved for construction drawings.
• Conducts walk-throughs to assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure of the properties visually and physically, all mechanical, electrical, H.V.A.C. systems, and any other related equipment.
• Adheres to OSHA guidelines and all Corporate required budgets, purchasing policies and controls, to include all outside contractor bids, and schedules.

Reports to: President

Qualifications:

• Complete understanding of the construction process, including cost control, scheduling, safety regulations, and engineering is required.
• Knowledge of contract risk management, as well as client-contract requirements and sub contractor requirements.
• Experience working with local municipalities, inspectors, utility providers and officials.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents such as blueprints, scopes of work, schedules, specifications, safety manuals etc.
• Familiarity with change orders, purchase orders, variance purchase orders.
• Fundamental knowledge of labor laws and regulatory compliance
• Experience with basic MS Office Suite, email, and internet, and proficiency using scheduling and project management software.
• Ability to effectively solve problems and conflicts.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and provide leadership in the execution of complex construction projects.
• Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of engineering
• Knowledge of design-build project delivery methodology
• Ability to delegate and manage multiple operations effectively.
• Ability to assess the operational effectiveness of contractors.
• Possesses written and oral communication skills to support decisions and recommendations.
• Conducts meetings and provides effective leadership to construction team member.
• Develops and manages budgets within established parameters.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical materials accurately and effectively.
• Effective in making objective decisions.
• Strong knowledge of engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong team philosophy
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with construction contractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Demonstrated analytical skills.

Education/Experience Requirements

• This position requires 5 – 10 years of multi-family construction management equivalent.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person