Director of Education K-12

Overview

Oversee K‑12 education project operations, profit, teams, and client/vendor relations.

Key Responsibilities

• estimating
• cost control
• project planning
• resource allocation
• management reporting
• client relations

Tasks

-Ensures client satisfaction by supporting project leaders with duties as follows: -Attends proposal presentations and assists in preparation and presentation of materials -Recruits, trains, mentors and develops talent in partnership with division leadership -Reviews contracts, assists with contract negotiations, supervises subcontract bidding and negotiations, and reviews and approves subcontracts and material purchase orders -Supports project managers with escalated concerns or challenges, including conducting difficult conversations with clients, vendors, subcontractors -Assists division leadership with other (non-operating) functions and activities as required -Ensures project team members are able to meet their job duties and responsibilities and conducts employee performance evaluations for staff -Developing sales and marketing plans. -Leading opportunity pursuits. -Maintains a robust network of Trade Partners and Vendors, including both Union and Non-Union professionals, aligned with location-specific interiors construction projects. -Ensures projects are properly resourced with staff, tools, and other resources needed -Produces various timely and accurate management reports -Supporting estimating and bidding activities. -Supervises project teams to enforce compliance with company policies, safety standards and quality standards, and makes periodic job visits -Ensures that cost control is set up and maintained in accordance with company standards -Responsible for meeting all divisional sales goals, and cultivating new business opportunities. -Maintains continued client contact on current projects and partners with Business Development to establish new or develop renewed client relationships -Maintains a solid understanding of the market, attends industry events, belongs to relevant industry associations, and can identify key partners within and outside the industry -Reviews and approves estimates, schedules, budget, and fee for assigned projects -Maintains accountability for project profit and loss -Assisting with prospecting and lead generation. -Leads project planning, including conducting job start meetings and planning sessions -Facilitates job handover from estimating to project team, ensures all scheduling procedures are followed, and leads and supervises project mobilization and job set up

Requirements

• cmic
• bluebeam
• contract law
• project accounting
• construction degree
• leadership

What You Bring

-Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting. -Extensive experience in field construction management, including supervisory or managerial roles. -Strong working knowledge of: -Construction means and methods, contract negotiation and execution, and project management systems (e.g., scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating). -Experience with virtual construction technology systems and platforms (e.g., CMiC, Bluebeam, and related systems). -Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach, foster collaboration, and effectively navigate conflict to resolve issues. -Broad experience managing complex projects and/or multiple projects simultaneously. -Leadership skills in networking, partnering, delegating, facilitating, and strategizing. -Proven ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. -Able to perform all essential Project Executive responsibilities -Best-in-Class Execution -Degree in a construction-related field (such as Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture), completion of a Construction Management Certificate Program, or equivalent working experience. -Skilled in supporting business development activities, including:

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About Swinerton

-Tackles projects ranging from high-rise buildings to energy facilities with a diverse portfolio. -Known for adaptability in delivering both traditional and cutting-edge projects. -Operates across multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, energy, and industrial developments. -Combines technical knowledge with a focus on quality and value in every project. -Recognized for expertise in large-scale infrastructure, such as bridges, airports, and transport hubs. -Achievements include iconic skyscrapers and sustainable energy projects.

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