Construction Director

Growing Chicago firm is looking to add a Construction Director to the team!

Responsibilities:

• Oversee/manage the construction operations of our projects
  
• Develop/implement our quality standards for construction operations to ensure projects are successfully executed
  
• Collaborate with the Executive Team to define project goals, objectives, and timelines
  
• Use technical expertise to evaluate and improve practices to enhance productivity and cost-effectiveness
  
• Lead/supervise project teams (Project Managers, Superintendents, and other construction staff)
  
• Improve/execute on accountability chart for staffing requirements and conduct measurements of KPIs
  
• Guide/support the planning, scheduling, and coordination of construction activities
  
• Ensure established goals/contractual obligations are met by closing monitoring project progress, budgets, and timelines
  
• Conduct regular site visits/inspections to assess quality, safety, and compliance with regulations
  
• Budgeting and Cost Control
  
• Ensure company safety policies/procedures and OSHA regulations are followed
  
• Mentor/train junior staff
  
• Promote teamwork and open communication within the department
  
• Conduct performance evaluations with accountability chart and provide constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement
  

Requirements:

• BS or MS in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture
  
• 8+ years of progressive experience in construction management, with a focus on K-12 education, new construction renovation, and maintenance projects
  
• Understanding of construction means/methods, scheduling, and planning concepts
  
• Proficient in construction management software (E-Builder, Bluebeam/Adobe Acrobat, etc.)
  
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Project and other scheduling software to develop master schedules/individual project schedules
  
• Strong knowledge of job cost accounting, estimating, and budget management
  
• Ability to interpret project specifications/drawings accurately
  
• Solid understanding of safety guidelines, regulations, and best practices
  

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Successful applicant must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Please contact Laura Harrison for further information!