Department Manager Construction - Water - (Denver)

About the role

This Construction Department Manager is responsible for the managerial direction and leadership of the Denver Construction Department focusing specifically on building and developing the Water Construction group in Denver.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Water Engineering Practice Manager to develop business strategy, target clients and business lines, and effectively win and execute EPC/Design-Build work.
• Provide leadership to the team; direct and coordinate work assignments and review performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
• Responsible for profitable growth of the section; ensuring staff levels, staff loading, and staff assignments meet project requirements while maintaining billable goals.
• Participate in project planning, scheduling, estimating, cost, and establishing critical Construction and/or Self-Perform project objectives.
• Responsible for successful project execution and timely completion of projects within budget while providing expertise in multiple facets of projects including safety, quality, procurement, construction, environmental compliance, project controls, and public/community relations.
• Manage department budget and expenditure of funds.
• Review work load and monthly financial reports deliverables including project scheduling, budgeting, cash flow forecast, and project status reports.
• Manage and present project issues, project status, risks, schedule and costs to all internal and external stakeholders; manage internal/external risk mitigation communication plan.
• Manage communication with governmental, industry, and public entities, and community relations on project-related matters.
• Conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in engineering, architecture, construction or related degree from accredited program and 7 years related professional experience in design and/or project management.
• Previous leadership and/or management experience is preferable.
• 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.
• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.
• Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
• Previous consulting experience preferred.
• 13 years’ experience in a seller/doer role in the design/build space in the water / wastewater industry preferred.
• EPC PM Certification preferred.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is $150,000.00 - $395,000.00 yearly. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs.

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 25% of the Time