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Director of Construction

Nenni & Associates

Job Title: Construction Director

Location: Jessup, MD

Level: Senior Management

Education and Field:
  • Four-year degree in mechanical engineering, project management, or similar field; or
  • Four years of trade school in the plumbing or mechanical field
  • Project management certification through a professional organization (not required)
Experience:
  • Progression in the project management field within the mechanical industry
  • 10 years in a senior construction leadership role
  • Successful management of construction projects ranging from $1 million to $25 million
  • Experience managing Federal Government/Davis-Bacon projects
Training and Experience:
  • Advanced training and hands-on experience in project management
  • Leadership and mentorship of junior project managers
  • Strong background in safety-focused, customer-focused, and team-oriented project management
Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage plumbing, mechanical, and other construction projects
  • Ensure safety performance at the highest level
  • Supervise project teams, including project managers, estimators, and support staff
  • Develop and implement bidding strategies
  • Oversee project planning and execution at all levels
  • Enhance company growth and profitability through strategic planning and process improvement
  • Ensure timely project delivery within budget and margin
  • Manage cash flow, cost controls, progress billing, and payables
  • Develop and manage labor plans for individual projects and field teams
  • Provide training and development opportunities for team members
  • Maintain accurate records and detailed notes for all projects
  • Mentor and lead junior project managers
Current Challenges:
  • Lack of a dedicated leader for several months
  • Inadequate processes and discipline in project management
  • Delays in billing and change order processing
  • Need for mentorship and clearly defined estimating strategy
Position Justification:
  • The construction team accounts for one-third of the company's revenues
  • Significant growth in construction revenues over the past six years
  • High-level leadership required to manage a diverse team and complex projects
  • Focus on completing projects on time, within budget, and within scope while maintaining profit margins
Role Criteria:
  • Strong leadership and team-building skills
  • Strategic planning and process improvement abilities
  • Financial management expertise, including cash flow projections and billing/collections
  • Commitment to safety and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) programs
  • Excellent communication and customer engagement skills
  • Experience with PM systems integration and organizational support
Implementation Plan:
  • 30 Days:
    • Learn Sage ERP Project Management module
    • Review SharePoint/OneDrive filing system
    • Become familiar with PM workload and challenges
    • Understand existing PM processes and team member roles
  • 60 Days:
    • Complete cash flow projection review
    • Establish regular team and individual meetings
    • Review all job labor plans and bidding strategy
  • 90 Days:
    • Ensure billing is submitted and completed by the 1st of each month
    • Present bidding strategy for the remainder of the year
    • Develop team improvement plan addressing communication and performance gaps
    • Improve project financial performance including profit margins, collections, change orders, and close-out
Investment:
  • Salary Range: Competitive and commensurate with experience
  • Non-Standard Benefits: To be discussed
Expected Return on Investment (ROI):
  • Improved project management processes
  • Enhanced team performance and project delivery
  • Increased profitability and company growth
  • Strengthened customer relationships and opportunities for new work
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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