Special Projects Manager

Location 5181 West Amelia Earhart Drive,Salt Lake City, UT, 84116-2869,United States Job Category Construction Employee Type Exempt Description Do you want to be part of an award‑winning team? Come join Jacobsen, an employee‑owned company that has spent the last 100 years working on our greatest passion – building the places where life happens. As a Building Services Supervisor, you will make a significant impact on some of the best projects in the market. We’ll focus on your professional growth and development, offering on‑the‑job coaching and valuable experiences to enhance your skills and competencies. Along with all of our employee‑owners, you’ll participate in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) that rewards your contributions and dedication. Building Service Supervisors serve as our primary JBS field representatives, with client and project‑specific responsibility and accountability, to (1) build relationships of trust and loyalty by delivering small project construction services in a competitive, timely and reliable fashion, (2) strategically choose and assist in developing new client opportunities, (3) strategically choose project pursuits and structure deals to leverage maximum profitability out of these opportunities, and (4) favorably differentiate our services and performance from those of our competitors. The person in this position must be an extroverted, business‑oriented and hands‑on talented craftsman to accomplish the above objectives. Your Day to Day Manages and implements strategies related to development of new clients Manages and implements strategies related to project pursuits and structuring of profitable deals Supports JBS group business strategies set by the Building Service Manager Supports the utilization of JBS group processes Supports and builds JBS group brand with integrity Develops and maintains a strong trade contractor network Supports reliable servicing of client needs Is innovative and maintains a can‑do attitude when developing project specific means and methods Communicates and reinforces the Jacobsen Experience at all levels Supports utilization of JBS group directives and procedures Supports guidelines for use of JBS assets (people, tools, equipment) Manages and is accountable for project‑specific performance against established targets and standards Focuses project‑specific resources on the top performance priorities Manages and is accountable for performance against personal revenue and profit targets Monitors project‑specific progress against goals and performance targets; recommends countermeasures when required Monitors and manages deployment of resources (including people and capital) to deliver project‑specific results Manages business relationships with project‑specific suppliers and trade partners Manages business relationships with clients Key Function/Process Management Maintain existing and develop new client base in collaboration with Building Service Manager Meet with clients to prepare, deliver and sell project proposals, ensuring appropriate staffing, schedule and fee strategies are in place Manage project deliveries to satisfy clients while maintaining or enhancing fee expectations Ensure the right construction resources are in place to deliver on project commitments in a timely and reliable manner Lead project‑specific teams and supervise project delivery to meet performance requirements Oversee the development of future Business Service Supervisors from the technician resource pool through mentoring and coaching Take ownership to ensure the attraction, retention and development of a high‑performance workforce Foster a culture of continuous improvement through a respectful, constructive and energetic style of leadership Personify company culture and values Promote operational motivation and recommend the case for change when needed Promote relentless customer focus Support company people strategies and leadership model in managing project teams Act as thought leader, promoting innovation and leadership Mentor and coach all direct reports and provide advice, guidance, support and direction for their professional development Position specific leadership Support overall project‑specific risk management structure and strategy Champion company safety standards and ensure compliance with all Jacobsen safety policies Support maintaining Jacobsen’s reputation for best‑in‑class construction delivery How You Contribute Maintain a relentless focus on meeting and exceeding customer needs and expectations Build business with current customers by delivering on Company promises and creating new business with potential customers in a proactive manner, promoting all construction services Build effective relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers and user groups that reflect and support Company core values and meet or exceed the client’s expectations Participate actively in industry, client and community relations to enhance company image Promote Company values, communicating our vision and purpose through service, talent and actions Serve as a role model and promote professional behavior Participate in and support operations training programs and commit to the development of project staff and of self Demonstrate thorough knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing and engineering principles and techniques, as well as accounting principles Demonstrate proven written and verbal communication abilities and proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite, ViewPoint and BlueBeam Demonstrate the ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule Education & Experience Four‑year business or technical degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in the construction and/or engineering industry. Jacobsen offers a generous benefits package. Employees are eligible for health, dental and other benefit coverage on the first full day of the month following one full month of employment. Jacobsen also offers a qualified retirement plan, Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP)/Profit Sharing Plan and paid, personal time off, upon fulfillment of eligibility requirements. Jacobsen Construction Company, Inc. is an EEO Employer We welcome all qualified jobseekers. Jobseekers will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status. Jacobsen Construction Participates in E‑Verify #J-18808-Ljbffr