Civil / Structural Director

Responsibilities

• Supervision Received Reports to and receives strategic project (P&L) guidance from the assigned Vice President of Strategic Operations. Receives functional and technical guidance from the Director of Project Services.
• Contacts Acts as the principal contact for the project scope of work with Customers and Lemartec management throughout the duration of the project. Maintains contact with management personnel from suppliers, subcontractors, and governmental agencies as appropriate. Maintains management-level relationships with other participating entities responsible for performing services in connection with the project, including organizations in the community.
• Project Planning & Execution Assists Business Development in developing win plans, preliminary project execution plans, estimating plans, proposal plans, proposals, and contract formulation. Reviews draft prime contract and proposal documents; develops prime contract strategy and plan. Participates in prime contract negotiations, including client/customer deliverables and schedules. Ensures proper and clear Division of Responsibility (DOR) and integrated work processes. Establishes an appropriate, integrated organizational structure, including off-project functional and specialist support. Defines and communicates roles, responsibilities, and authorities to project team members and the Customer to ensure project completion safely, on budget, on schedule, and in compliance with standards and regulations. Ensures scope, design basis, and objectives are defined, best practices/lessons learned reviewed, and detailed work plans, schedules, budgets, and procedures are established, including Project Execution Plan and Contract Management Plan. Promotes constructability reviews during project execution.
• Project Monitoring & Control Monitors and controls all contractual commitments to ensure compliance with specifications, drawings, and terms of the contract. Implements and maintains a change management control system; ensures all Customer communications on the prime contract are documented. Facilitates development, communication, implementation, update, and continual use of the Project Execution Plan. Reviews and approves Project Control systems to measure progress/performance, provide early warning of deviations, and identify corrective actions. Identifies quality requirements and ensures processes achieve contractual quality commitments; assesses customer perception of quality periodically. Oversees the Environmental, Health & Safety program for office, field, and subcontractor activities. Oversees Document Control and Records Management; coordinates documentation and software turnover packages to the client. Reviews and approves bid tabulations for major purchase orders, contracts, and subcontracts; approves critical changes per delegated authority. Directs the preparation and presentation of Project Status Reports (PSR) to Lemartec management. Monitors cash flow, informs the Customer of cash requirements, and controls budget for non-reimbursable costs. Assists in training new project managers and personnel; establishes plans for ongoing training opportunities. Promotes Continuous Improvement (CI) and Total Installed Cost (TIC) concepts across project teams; encourages team building. Conducts periodic project and Customer meetings to promote communication, review progress, discuss issues, and facilitate problem resolution. Manages documentation.
• Project Financial Reporting Reports profit and loss figures; consolidates and analyzes profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates, and utilization. Creates pipeline forecasts and broad-based financial pictures. Addresses and resolves billing issues. Ensures practice meets or exceeds budgeted financial objectives. Develops and meets revenue and financial goals; negotiates contract pricing when necessary.
• Business Development Provides leadership and guidance throughout the sales cycle. Leads strategic account identification and development. Engages Business Development as appropriate to achieve sales goals. Manages business development at a strategic level. Grows long-term client relationships and capitalizes on partnership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Educational Background Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Experience Requires at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in project management, preferably in the construction industry. Experience in civil / structural project management is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills Must have a thorough understanding of civil / structural engineering principles, construction techniques, and project management methodologies. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, and other project management software is essential.
• Leadership Skills Strong leadership skills, including the ability to manage a diverse team, set clear goals, and motivate team members to achieve project objectives.
• Communication Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• Problem-Solving Skills Ability to analyze complex project issues, develop effective solutions, and implement corrective actions.
• Industry Knowledge Familiarity with the construction industry, including knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Other Skills Must be able to travel up to 100% of the time, depending on project assignments.