Director of Construction

Description

• Approves adequacy of subcontractor insurance coverage for all assigned projects including enforcement of policy of enrollment in Sub Guard, bonds securing special insurance coverage when needed.
• Performs periodic project inspections on all assigned projects to ensure schedule, safety and quality compliance. Participates in owner project meetings.
• Is responsible for the training and career development of Project Managers and ensures the successful development of Assistant Project Managers.
• Reviews construction drawings and specifications. Oversees owner change orders where potential claim issues exist.
• Directs timely completion and close-out of projects.
• Assists Project Director in the preparation of proposals and development of new projects; coordination of design and pre-construction activities and acts as client liaison when needed.
• Provides necessary support to Project Manager regarding project schedule, detailed estimate, establishment of cost codes, buyout strategy and purchase control.
• Makes recommendations to the project team for construction techniques, design details, self-perform work, field construction staffing and assignments as well as dispute resolution, including subcontractor performance, job site supervision, owner relations and contractual obligations.
• Assigns resources to warranty responses on completed projects as needed.
• Actively participates in periodic design review meetings, leads construction kick-off meeting and monitors production of documents to meet overall project schedule.
• Verifies accuracy of cost reporting. Investigates and directs corrective action in areas of indicated cost overruns. Follows up on requisitions, receivables and collections.
• Works with Project Manager to ensure subcontracts and purchase orders are issued in accordance with company policy.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of financial operations, estimating, and employee relations
• Advanced knowledge of the construction industry and company operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent plus 10 years or more of experience in Federal facility construction, design, or management preferred
• Experience with NAVFAC, USACE and/or Coast Guard.
• Knowledge in the design and construction of Federal facilities.
• Extensive experience in the management of construction operations.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance