Director of Construction
Company: GPAC
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: April 26, 2024
Job Description:
As the Director of Construction, you will be responsible for
overseeing all aspects of our construction projects. You will
provide leadership, guidance, and direction to the construction
field teams, ensuring projects are completed on time, within
budget, and to the highest quality standards. Your expertise will
be essential in coordinating and managing all construction
activities, including procurement, planning, scheduling, and
budgeting.Responsibilities:
- -Oversee the entire construction process from start to finish,
ensuring compliance with design specifications, building codes, and
safety regulations.
- -Work with Project Managers to develop and implement
construction plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
strategies to meet project objectives.
- -Review project plans, specifications, and other contract
documents to ensure compliance with the project scope.
- -Ensures adherence to the budget and, when unexpected
complications or issues arise, makes quick and necessary
adjustments.
- -Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other
stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met and potential
issues are addressed.
- -Review and approve construction contracts, change orders, and
payment requests.
- -Monitor project progress and performance, conducting regular
site visits, inspections, and audits to ensure quality, adherence
to project plans and company policies.
- -Manage and lead a team of construction professionals,
providing guidance, mentoring, and feedback.
- -Coordinate procurement activities, including sourcing,
negotiating contracts, and managing vendor relationships.
- -Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement
construction safety protocols and training programs.
- -Develops and maintains good working relationships with a
variety of people, including owners, managers, designers,
supervisors, tradespersons, and craft workers.
- -Stay updated on industry trends, new construction
technologies, and best practices to continuously improve
construction processes.
- -Develop and implement strategies to optimize construction
operations and drive efficiency.
- -Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior
management and clients.
- -Reviews and works with Preconstruction to develop budget
estimates and regularly communicates with Vice President of
Construction concerning budget progress and costs throughout the
entire process.
- -Manages and leads actions that are necessary due to delays,
bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
- -Develop and execute the construction division's strategic
vision in alignment with the overall company goals.
- -Provide leadership in identifying and pursuing new business
opportunities and strategic partnerships.
- -Performs other related duties as assigned.Qualifications:
- -Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction management,
with at least 5 years in a leadership role
- -Bachelor degree in Construction Management or other related
field a plus
- -Strong knowledge of construction industry best practices,
building codes, regulations, and safety standards
- -Proven track record of successfully delivering largescale
construction projects on time and within budget.
- -Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability
to identify and address project risks and challenges.
- -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the
ability to effectively collaborate with cross functional teams,
stakeholders, and contractors.
- -Exceptional leadership abilities, with a track record of
motivating and inspiring teams to achieve project goals.
- -Proficiency in construction project management software and
toolsRequired Skills/Abilities:
- -Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- -Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- -Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast paced
environment.
- -Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well
under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or
delays.
- -Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving
problems.Physical Requirements:
- -Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in
all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching,
bending, crawling, or stretching.
- -Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at a time.
- -Travel required.
- -Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.For
additional information on this opportunity, please contact Ryan
Porten at 440-834-2923. Resumes may be confidentially sent to
ryan.porten@gogpac.com.All qualified applicants will receive
consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including
pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual
orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status,
genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable
laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an
award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality
professionals within multiple industries across the United States
since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and
realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right
solutions at the right time.
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