Preconstruction Executive

Overview

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a

Preconstruction Executive

to lead preconstruction and design phase services and manages preconstruction team for multiple projects, all projects within a Business Unit (BU), or on a single large complex project.
Overview

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a

Preconstruction Executive

to lead preconstruction and design phase services and manages preconstruction team for multiple projects, all projects within a Business Unit (BU), or on a single large complex project.
Who are we?

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Who are you?

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual. You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane's business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future. Your core values match Gilbane's: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
What's in it for you?

The Preconstruction Executive plays a critical role within the business unit. By joining the company at this level, you have opportunity influence decision that are made, provide expertise as it relates to preconstruction, and you will work with a team of experienced professionals that will provide initial training and guidance, and long-term partnership. Additionally, Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. You will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills.
Responsibilities

Coordinates with Divisional and Business Unit leadership on strategic plans and risk identification/mitigation
Engages the market with architect and engineering firms to build long-lasting strategic relationships
Participates in external networking and community events within the AEC community
Actively builds the fee pro and RFP responses on pursuits
Leads pursuits and network opportunities as a doer-seller
Coaches operations staff, as needed, on Gilbane preconstruction and procurement practices to drive consistent processes
Collaborates with Economic Inclusion and Purchasing to expand our Diverse-Owned and Small Business (DOSB) partnerships within the Business Unit
Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals
Partners with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, client capture plans and account plans. Optimizes profit levers and gross profit margin tactics to achieve performance targets on new sales. Leads opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that help position Gilbane as the "Builder of Choice"
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar technical field
9-12 years of experience in leading operations, procurement, estimating, scheduling, or supply chain management teams
5-7 years of experience in construction management industry or A/E industry
Experience on multiple project delivery types preferred (CMR, DB, IPD, etc.)
Design phase/design-build management experience preferred
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Exceptional presentation skills
In-depth knowledge of industry trends, local market, and economic conditions
Strong ability to manage multiple projects and teams concurrently
Demonstrated ability to successfully lead a multi-disciplined team in achieving project goals
Proven record of delivering results in a complex business
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees' education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an Affimative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

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