Construction Account Manager

Account ManagerGordian is looking for an Account Manager who demonstrates professionalism, construction knowledge and delivers results through their expertise while using Gordian's extraordinary construction data and software. Primary responsibility for Gordian Account Managers is to provide support, training, for products and services centered around Job Order Contracting (JOC) for clients in a specific geographic area.JOC is a procurement method and construction process that helps federal, state and local governments, schools, hospitals, higher education institutions and others maximize efficiency, optimize cost savings, and increase construction quality.Responsibilities:Prepare and maintain schedules of detailed activities to accomplish procurement objectives within a specified time period for clientsImplement and adhere to project procedures from project identification, assistance in overseeing the development and review of project scope of work, proposal review, ensuring contract compliance, through notice to proceed, and construction execution necessary to accomplish a specific objective for various Job OrdersAbility to read and understand construction plans and specifications, with a depth of knowledge in conducting a comprehensive price proposal review as well as create and review detailed construction line item proposalsAbility to train contractors in Gordian software, client procedure and assist in client contract biddingCommunicate clearly and effectively with clients and internal team members to ensure projects are completed on time and on budgetQualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field, or comparable work experience5+ years of construction project management, construction procurement, construction management, or general contracting related experience in both facilities and road construction preferredExtensive knowledge and experience in commercial public construction operations, pricing and contracting, including scope development and estimating/price proposal developmentHigh level analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to effectively manage several projects in development and in the field simultaneouslyExcellent customer service and communication skills, strong interpersonal and team building skills, flexibility, strategic thinking, problem solving skills, goal driven, client obsessed, ability to deliver results, meets client and corporate deadlines, time management skills, self-motivated, works well independently and in a group dynamicProficient with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, ability to develop and generate custom tracking documents and reportsBackground in construction documentation and administration preferred, but not requiredJob Order Contracting or IDIQ experience is preferred, but not required, comprehensive understanding of various public procurement and project delivery methods and requirementsThe ability to travel 50-70% within assigned geographic areaMust be located in or around the Baton Rouge area