Project Director - Data Center

About the role

Gilbane is seeking a Project Director - Data Centers to be the head of all project activities, holding overall accountability for the successful, congruent delivery of the program. The primary objective is ensuring the integration of all construction project partners, systems, business structures, and practices, harnessing the talents and insights of all participants to optimize project results, increase value for the owner, reduce waste, and maximize efficiency.

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas, and more.

This position can be performed remotely or from any U.S. location where Gilbane has an office.

Responsibilities

• Monitors overall performance of project/account/client from start to finish, in harmony with Operations Manager and/or Market Leader
• Meets established Sales/Gross Profit goals for Project(s)/Account(s)
• Takes action to prevent erosion, forecast slippage, risks, and project financial performance within Project(s)/Account(s)
• Develops, documents, and executes business strategy for Project(s)/Account(s)
• Leverages Shared Services and implements One Company systems, programs, and processes per the Baseline
• Acts as an entrepreneur (business savvy), creates deep relationships, and serves as “the face of the market,” including understanding local dynamics (business environment, politics, etc.)
• Acts as a rainmaker, responsible for identifying and securing new clients and driving client satisfaction
• Understands Competitive Intelligence and positions Gilbane within Project(s)/Account(s)
• Leads and actively participates in pre/post award activities including go/no-go, kickoff meetings, management reviews, fee/profit review, contract review, estimate/GMP review, and contract negotiations
• Monitors safety results on all projects and, in collaboration with Safety Director, implements corrective actions when needed
• Drives and leads Employee Engagement and Retention for Project(s)/Account(s)
• Models efforts for Gilbane Cares, Inclusion and Belonging, Community Impact and Engagement, and embodies Gilbane’s Core Values
• Partners with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, client capture plans, and account plans; optimizes profit levers and gross profit margin tactics to achieve performance targets on new sales
• Leads opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships to position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice”
• Responsible for the career development and coaching of employees through a team of managers
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
• Drives the long-term strategic vision for the organization, serving as a bridge between Executive leadership and operational teams to ensure alignment of departmental goals with the overarching vision
• Provides strategic insights and recommendations to executive leadership for informed decision-making

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• LEED Accredited (highly preferred)
• Data Center experience (highly preferred, but not required)
• 25+ years’ building construction experience
• Previously sat at the top of an Integrated Project Delivery scheme
• Experience working as Construction Manager at Risk & Design Build
• Experience with commercial construction and R&D projects

Skills

• Flawless knowledge of Integrated Project Delivery philosophy and method
• High levels of technical construction acumen
• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills
• Able to identify and adapt best leadership and communication style to achieve results from diverse teams with varying communication styles
• Able to articulate understanding of the broad impact of decisions within the project and effectively direct key stakeholders
• Able to model active listening skills and extract information
• Able to cultivate an environment of trust, hard work, and teamwork
• Able to communicate effectively in spontaneous or unrehearsed settings as well as in prepared ones
• Personal values align with Gilbane’s core values: integrity, tough-mindedness, teamwork, dedication to excellence, loyalty, discipline, caring, entrepreneurship
• Passionate about a collaborative culture
• Passionate about safety

Benefits

• Competitive health and welfare benefits
• Generous profit-sharing/401k plan
• Multi-dimensional training opportunities through Gilbane University, a top training organization in the construction industry
• Opportunity to work with an experienced team and learn new industry skills daily

Pay

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as internal equity and alignment with the team. For Virginia, this position offers a salary range of $258,880.00 - $355,960.00, plus benefits and retirement program.