We are seeking a Director of Construction to lead and manage all aspects of a project, from entitlements through construction, inclusive of third-party, A&E consultants’ contracts, and contractor contracts. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, including preconstruction, bidding, and closeout. The role requires a proven track record of managing large-scale commercial or mixed-use projects from inception to completion, as well as experience leading A&E RFP processes, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation strategies.
Requirements
- Leads, directs, and coordinates all phases of the project
- Must have complete understanding of contracts for the project and risk mitigation measures
- Responsible for leading due diligence efforts in preparation for proposed project documentation
- Manage preconstruction activities (estimating, operations plan, scheduling)
- Responsible for bidding, scope review, and awards of subcontracts & A&E consultants
- Ensure subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders are reviewed and accurate
- Responsible for the change order process
- Liaison between Internal Design Studio team, A&E consultants, Development, Construction and Operations Management
- Possesses a high degree of understanding of code and technical aspects of a project
- Develop relationships with subcontractors, consultants, developers, leasing, tenant coordination, design, operations, etc.
- Work with accounting to initiate pay application process and follow up to ensure payment documents are completed accurately
- Establish, update, and communicate Master Project Schedule and manage its implementation
- Participate in development of schedules and sequencing of work with Contractors
- Develops, maintains, and implements project documentation schedule
- Tracks documentation effort progress against established deliverable milestones, deadlines, and budget.
- Review, validate, and manage the project financials including A&E project consultants’ invoices and add service requests
- Manage budget and financial reporting, interpret, and analyze reports to ensure adherence to project budget
- Prepares and issues project approval letters and PARs relating to project documentation efforts
- Provide leadership in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, and pricing decisions
- Understands, complies, and advises others on URW’s business ethics, and compliance programs
- Manage and oversee field operation and engineering processes and procedures of Contractors
- Drive enforcement of safety protocol by the Contractors
- Keep management informed on progress of project and budget through regularly scheduled action and project control group meetings
- Manages closeout process with the Contractor & A&E consultants
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Matching
- Discretionary Annual Bonus
