Lead Construction Representative jobs in Paramus, NJ

Founded in 1919, Holt Construction is celebrating over 100 years in business with our 3rd generation of Holt family leadership. Holt thrives on its reputation as a quality construction company that maintains its core values and “family” atmosphere while providing the best services to our clients.

Our team’s experience, training and backgrounds have allowed us to work within the most sensitive markets, including data centers, Class A secure buildings, airports as well as the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries for over 80 years. Many of Holt’s employees have been with the company for over 25 years which is a true indication of our core values and business approach. Our extensive project portfolio and repeat clientele are testament to our quality of work and ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships.

Holt ’s management philosophy is to be managers of the construction process, not just overseers and recorders of the process. We pride ourselves in working with owners and all team members in a collaborative process to provide cost-effective solutions to the numerous roadblocks that may be encountered during design and construction to ensure successful project execution.

Job Overview – Senior Level Head of Operations

This position reports directly to the Board of Directors and is responsible for the management of all Business Unit Executive Directors, Directors, Project Executives and Project Managers who oversee our construction projects by providing oversight and management for the operations department in executing the strategic plan, as it relates to construction, by establishing priorities and determining resource allocation for efficient and effective delivery of all construction projects.   This position is responsible for maintaining and driving operational results from project “Kick-Off” to “Close-Out”. 

Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the company including interfacing with finance, management of field operations, supervision of project staffing and on-site progress  

• Plan, Manage, and direct all Construction Operation business functions
• Champion Holt’s commitment to Safety
• Control over all construction operations, responsible for maintaining and driving operational results
  • In charge of projects from “Kick-Off to “Close-Out”
  • Project Staffing
  • Scheduling and Timely Completion
  • Project Purchasing
  • Provide monthly financial reports (WIP) for all jobs in progress
  • Create & Monitor Performance Goals
• Interface with Executive Leadership Team, Estimating & Manage the on-site Construction Managers who oversee the various on-site construction projects
• Full understanding of project financials including, but not limited to, forecasting, WIP and cash flow schedules and analysis
• Responsible for Operation’s Strategic and Business Plan
  • Assist with Business Development, Client Development and Client Retention
• Establish project and employee performance goals; allocate resources necessary to achieve the goals. Closely monitor performance goals and institute corrective measures where necessary.
  • Assist staff in developing and executing strategy during construction.
• Proactively identify potential risk issues and establish a preventative action plan to address them.
• Provide effective problem resolutions to improve working relationships between the client and project teams. 
• Develop strong internal and external relationships and work with project teams to ensure projects are properly scoped and executed according to plan
• Create a strong collaborative team environment
• In Coordination with Senior Leadership:
  • Assist in troubleshooting, negotiating, and mediating client or subcontractor issues
  • Ensure subcontractors complies with all contract requirements, including OCIP enrollments, OCIP reporting, project insurance standard.
  • Assist in preparing contracts and implementing approved revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements and others as required
  • Assist in Identifying and communicating owner contract risks to CEO and President via executive summary in compliance with Contract Procedure
• Responsible for corporate enhancements to both better serve clients and workplace
• Overseeing contract administration, cost control, and cash flow analysis
• Provide oversight and accountability, keeping various projects and Construction Managers on track, on schedule for completion, and on budget for cost
• Travel to job sites to conduct random inspections on a routine basis
• Travel to Holt offices on a routine basis
• Work with Human Resources on Training, Development and Succession Planning initiatives

Requirements

• Excellent Leadership and Management skills
• Proven “hands on” working experience in construction management and/or project management
• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards
• Understanding of all facets of the construction process
• Familiarity with construction management software packages- (Procore and Viewpoint a plus)
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture”
• Competent in conflict and crisis management
• People development and human resources management skills
• Excellent time and project management skills
• BS degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or field
• Minimum of 15 years of field knowledge/experience