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Director of Construction

Nenni and Associates

  • Baltimore, Maryland
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Job Title: Construction Director Location: Jessup, MD Level: Senior Management Education and Field: Four-year degree in mechanical engineering, project management, or similar field; or. Improve project financial performance including profit margins, collections, change orders, and close-out.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBaltimore, Maryland

    Description

    Job Title: Construction Director Location: Jessup, MDLevel: Senior ManagementEducation and Field:
    • Four-year degree in mechanical engineering, project management, or similar field; or
    • Four years of trade school in the plumbing or mechanical field
    • Project management certification through a professional organization (not required)
    Experience:
    • Progression in the project management field within the mechanical industry
    • 10 years in a senior construction leadership role
    • Successful management of construction projects ranging from $1 million to $25 million
    • Experience managing Federal Government/Davis-Bacon projects
    Training and Experience:
    • Advanced training and hands-on experience in project management
    • Leadership and mentorship of junior project managers
    • Strong background in safety-focused, customer-focused, and team-oriented project management
    Responsibilities:
    • Lead and manage plumbing, mechanical, and other construction projects
    • Ensure safety performance at the highest level
    • Supervise project teams, including project managers, estimators, and support staff
    • Develop and implement bidding strategies
    • Oversee project planning and execution at all levels
    • Enhance company growth and profitability through strategic planning and process improvement
    • Ensure timely project delivery within budget and margin
    • Manage cash flow, cost controls, progress billing, and payables
    • Develop and manage labor plans for individual projects and field teams
    • Provide training and development opportunities for team members
    • Maintain accurate records and detailed notes for all projects
    • Mentor and lead junior project managers
    Current Challenges:
    • Lack of a dedicated leader for several months
    • Inadequate processes and discipline in project management
    • Delays in billing and change order processing
    • Need for mentorship and clearly defined estimating strategy
    Position Justification:
    • The construction team accounts for one-third of the company's revenues
    • Significant growth in construction revenues over the past six years
    • High-level leadership required to manage a diverse team and complex projects
    • Focus on completing projects on time, within budget, and within scope while maintaining profit margins
    Role Criteria:
    • Strong leadership and team-building skills
    • Strategic planning and process improvement abilities
    • Financial management expertise, including cash flow projections and billing/collections
    • Commitment to safety and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) programs
    • Excellent communication and customer engagement skills
    • Experience with PM systems integration and organizational support
    Implementation Plan:
    • 30 Days:
      • Learn Sage ERP Project Management module
      • Review SharePoint/OneDrive filing system
      • Become familiar with PM workload and challenges
      • Understand existing PM processes and team member roles
    • 60 Days:
      • Complete cash flow projection review
      • Establish regular team and individual meetings
      • Review all job labor plans and bidding strategy
    • 90 Days:
      • Ensure billing is submitted and completed by the 1st of each month
      • Present bidding strategy for the remainder of the year
      • Develop team improvement plan addressing communication and performance gaps
      • Improve project financial performance including profit margins, collections, change orders, and close-out
    Investment:
    • Salary Range: Competitive and commensurate with experience
    • Non-Standard Benefits: To be discussed
    Expected Return on Investment (ROI):
    • Improved project management processes
    • Enhanced team performance and project delivery
    • Increased profitability and company growth
    • Strengthened customer relationships and opportunities for new work

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