The Director of New Construction will review and analyze project designs, evaluate constructability concerns, and prepare budgets, estimates, and solicit/evaluate quotes from suppliers/subcontractors for construction projects. The successful candidate will perform accurate quantity take-offs, develop a plan/schedule for the various work activities, identify risks to the overall success of the project and methods to mitigate them. A background with earthwork and underground utilities is a must to accurately develop our self-performed estimates
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and time objectives
-Develop and implement project management strategies and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness in project delivery
- Manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and other third-party entities, ensuring their work meets our standards and project requirements
- Lead negotiations with third parties to secure favorable terms and ensure project resources are utilized effectively
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by implementing best practices in project management and construction techniques
- Ensure effective risk management strategies are in place to identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle
- Communicate project progress, challenges, and outcomes effectively to stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including executive leadership
- Mentor and develop the construction team, promoting a culture of high performance, accountability, and professional growth
- Create a project plan and sequence to move from earthwork to foundations ready to set homes
- Perform accurate and thorough quantity take-offs, including import/export, backfill, piping, etc
- Use available historical data to prepare estimates for self-performed work
- Conduct site visits as necessary
- Review design documents and identify value engineering opportunities
- Prepare estimates with current software in accordance with company standards
- Organize and format estimates for ease of comprehension by the end user
- Effectively communicate and collaborate with Company personnel, vendors, and clients
- Facilitate the subcontractor and supplier bid process and maximize coverage for all scopes
- Assume a proactive role in the bidding and negotiations for the project
- Engage in value engineering discussions with clients particularly for design-build work
- Participate as necessary in transfer of project to operations staff to ensure successful handover
- Identify and evaluate the potential risk factors of any work and develop steps to mitigate them
- Knowledge of various means, methods, equipment, and labor required to complete work
- Remain informed of changes and trends in construction costs, methods, materials, equipment, technology, wage rates, and working rules
- Pursue training and education to increase your effectiveness as an estimator
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- A high degree of integrity, ethics, and commitment to corporate governance
- Represent Company at all times with professionalism and a commitment to quality
- Other duties as assigned by Company Management
- Understand Project Management Frameworks: Mastery of various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2) is essential. Knowing when and how to apply each framework based on project needs is crucial for project success
- Strategic Planning and Alignment: Ensure that all projects align with the strategic goals and objectives of the organization. This involves understanding the business strategy and ensuring projects contribute to it effectively
- Stakeholder Management: Identify all stakeholders, understand their interests and expectations, and manage their influence in relation to the requirements to ensure a successful outcome
- Resource Management: Expertly allocate and manage resources, including time, money, and human resources, to ensure projects are completed within scope, on time, and within budget
- Risk Management: Identify, analyze, and respond to project risks, preparing mitigation and contingency plans to manage risk effectively throughout the project lifecycle
- Communication Skills: Maintain clear and continuous communication with all project stakeholders, including team members, sponsors, and external partners, to ensure everyone is informed and engaged
- Leadership and Team Building: Lead, motivate, and develop project teams, fostering a collaborative work environment to achieve high performance and meet project objectives
- Quality Management: Implement quality management processes to ensure that project deliverables meet the required standards and provide value to the organization and its clients
- Continuous Improvement: Embrace a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and optimizing project management processes and methodologies to increase efficiency and effectiveness
- Change Management: Be proficient in managing changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs, ensuring that all changes are smoothly integrated into the project plan with minimal disruption
- Project Management Tools: Should be adept using project management software and tools to plan, execute, monitor, and close projects