Director of construction job description

• Minimum 5 years of construction management experience including leading large scale commercial construction through design, build and ongoing maintenance
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management strong preferred (additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree)
• Automotive retail construction experience is strongly preferred
• Demonstrable experience of managing multiple construction projects at once required
• Previous experience developing SOPs to in regards to new construction, ongoing maintenance, budget and staffing requirements to scale with a growing organization
• Experience managing complex teams with diverse backgrounds and evaluating on going needs for efficient staffing and vendor management
• Ability to communicate and manage relationships with all impacted stakeholders within the organization including associates, vendors, contractors and community members that are key to project success
• Candidates must possess excellent communication skills, valid driver’s license, and ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use of hands to hold, handle or feel; and able to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk, hear, walk, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception.

Principle Auto maintains a strong policy of equal opportunities for all associates and applicants of employment. We hire, train, promote and compensate associates on the basis of personal and professional competence and potential for advancement without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability or citizenship as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. EOE

Company DescriptionPrinciple Auto was founded on the desire to change the auto industry. Our purpose is helping people live a better life. We are in the business of building relationships and we want to ensure that we are there for our guests throughout their journey. We aren't looking to be another car dealership, we are looking to forge relationships that will allow us to completely change our industry, communities and the people we serve.

TDIndustries has an exciting opportunity for a strong leader to direct preconstruction functions and cover business development activities in the Austin area. This position will lead the business development functions and lead the take off and estimating team who prepare construction bids for new and existing clients. This role is instrumental in helping TDIndustries secure new mechanical and plumbing construction business in the market. Examples of common projects we build include healthcare facilities, data centers, mission critical projects, manufacturing facilities, office complexes, education, high-rises, hotels and other projects.

Established in 1946, TDIndustries has developed into one of America's premier Mechanical Construction and Facility Services companies serving clients through the full life-cycle of a facility, to include engineering, construction, operations and maintenance. For 70 years, our employee-owned company has provided innovative services that optimize the performance of world-class mechanical and electrical systems that serve healthcare facilities, hotels, schools, sports arenas, mission critical facilities and industrial complexes and other essential institutions.

Our employees, whom we call “Partners” are the heart of our success and what sets us apart from our competitors. FORTUNE Magazine recognized TDIndustries as one of the "100 Best Places to Work", "Top 50 Training Organizations" and "Top 30 Companies to Retire From" due to our solid commitment to the personal and professional development of each employee.

Provides strategic vision and leadership, coaches and develops direct reports to achieve performance goals and company objectives. Ensures policies and practices are followed. Conducts timely, complete and meaningful performance management conversations.

Aligns construction project objectives to support strategic corporate objectives. Participates in the strategic planning process.

Develops business objectives and strategies to support the overall business unit's revenue goals in an assigned market segment or specific customer(s). Prepares and executes business development action plans for specific customer/market targets based on priorities.

Performs and manages industry/market segment research to identify potential customers, ensure current customers have not changed their focus and prioritize relationship building efforts.
Leads the development of and participates in presentations to clients on specific project proposals. Communicates the outcome of presentations and relays the specifics of client expectations and other considerations that will influence/impact contract performance. Meets with clients/owners to provide advice and planning, ensuring new projects get off to a good start. Has strong skills in all cycles of the sales process, including the close, and can lead through procurement stage. Should comply with all established policies and procedures for the pursuit process. Creates accurate conceptual budgets based off minimal information. Reviews all estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotations. Produces project estimates using prescribed forms, industry recognized techniques and TD standardized processes contained in the Construction Process Manual. Partners with architects and engineers to guide and/or lead the design effort. Oversees project turnover for sold projects. Communicates all project issues through the appropriate channels of management in a timely manner. Monitors all addenda, scope changes and bid forms to ensure they are processed and incorporated into the estimate in a timely manner. Provides assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required. Conducts bid-day vendor analysis which includes scope review, quotation analysis and review of subcontractor tabulation worksheets.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field is preferred.
7+ years leadership experience in mechanical construction. Should have experience working for a mechanical contractor.
In-depth understanding of construction procedures, materials, and project management principles.
Must be able to demonstrate strong presentation, negotiation and influencing skills.
Must be able to collect relevant market data to generate new leads.
Familiarity with quality and health and safety standards.


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+ Department: Campus Services & Stewardship

+ School Area: Department of Facilities

+ Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

+ Employment Category: Exempt

+ Visa Sponsorship Available: No

+ Schedule: M-F

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DIRECTOR OF CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION, Facilities-Campus Services and Stewardship, to oversee and provide strategic direction, strategic vision, leadership, and oversight of staff responsible for the construction, renovation, and renewal of buildings. Will ensure work is tailored to the needs of project stakeholders; consult with academic and administrative leaders to identify goals and manage a range of projects, e.g., new buildings, major renewals to existing buildings, redesigns, and renovations; direct, oversee, coordinate, and/or influence other managers/directors; represent Facilities on committees/task forces/cross-functional teams and to MIT leadership and/or the MIT community; and support and lead efforts with campus partners.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: B.S. in management or engineering; ten years' executive-level management experience in project management, design, and construction with a focus on safety and customer service; experience with oversight accountability for multiple large capital project initiatives (>$200M per year) and smaller renovation and campus renewal activities; experience managing multidisciplinary teams; ability to satisfactorily deliver services to project stakeholders; ability to lead a group of project managers, planners, and other staff in a team-centered organization; proficiency with business application software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint,); knowledge of energy savings, carbon reduction, and sustainability; ability to convey information using language non-technically trained individuals can understand; meticulous attention to detail; data-driven approach to inform decisions; and financial acumen and ability to understand complex budgets and contractual agreements. Seek a collaborative leader with excellent interpersonal skills who is able to develop relationships across MIT, understands the positions of multiple stakeholders, and is flexible when considering solutions and strategy development. PREFERRED: experience with campus planning, operations, and maintenance; systems renewal planning; engineering; commissioning; and/or architecture. Job #21966-13

This is a full-time position that requires an 80% on site presence with other work being done remotely via a hybrid work model.10/11/22