Construction Director - Self Perform - Transmission & Substation

Description


The Construction Director for the Self-Perform Substation construction group is responsible for the managerial leadership and direction of Construction/Design-Build strategic business initiatives, client strategy and development and large team project management. The Construction Director will lead the department in a dynamic and profitable manner based on Burns & McDonnell's core values of client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, safety and overall outstanding service.

• Responsible for determining pricing, cost tracking, preliminary execution planning, and cost and definition development for projects, including developing and implementing a system for reporting back actual pricing and labor productivities on active projects to influence ongoing estimate efforts.
• Direct involvement in commercial negotiations across major and strategic pursuits.
• Direct the coordination between Business Line Managers and Director of US Sales.
• Provide leadership between CDB Pre-Construction Execution, Burns & McDonnell Constructors, AZCO, and subcontractors to safely reduce installation rates, advance efficient execution, and continuously improve competitive offerings for business lines.
• Provide leadership to the pursuits team; direct early project development and pursuit efforts ensuring effective utilization of staff.
• Direct initiatives for Objectives and Key Results for business strategic goals across the Global Practice, including regional offices.
• Provide leadership, development and guidance to the regional offices for EPC and major project pursuits.
• Review, implement, and achieve business plans across the Global Practice, including regional offices.
• Provide direction on business development efforts in the identification and vetting of prospective projects and clients.
• Liaise between regional offices and applicable corporate initiatives.
• Promote and manage internal relationships to establish guidelines and executable plans for conducting business.
• Direct preparation and implementation of pursuit development plans to support and develop identified strategies for furthering the development of the business.
• Provide senior-level technical expertise, input, and evaluation on projects across the Global Practice.
• Provide industry expertise with respect to the competition.
• Achieve established targets and standards to meet financial performance.
• Present monthly financial information to leadership including sales and revenue forecasts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, business or related degree from an accredited program, and 13 years relevant consulting experience, preferably in the construction industry and/or project management required.
• Expert experience in client and business development.
• Expert experience in managing projects, which includes proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination and communication, budgeting, schedule management, and client coordination.
• Expert facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated success as to budget, savings and/or profit margins in completed projects.
• Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead and manage.
• Excellent planning and analytical skills.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Expert knowledge of project management methodologies and tools including the use of Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.


EEO/Disabled/Veterans


Job Construction Services


Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City


Schedule: Full-time


Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time


Req ID: 260576


Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-AN #CDB N/A