Supervisor, Virtual Construction - Hydronics

About the role

The Supervisor, Virtual Construction-Hydronics provides vision, oversight, direction, and leadership to the Hydronic Virtual Construction team. This role oversees all operational aspects of the team and facilitates the workforce and resources needed to ensure projects are constructed safely and in compliance with design, quality, budget, and schedule requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Hydronic Virtual Construction leadership and Detailers in your assigned area to ensure standards and processes are aligned to achieve consistent predictable outputs that are in line with company goals and standards.
• Foster a support mentality within the group such that everything done within the Virtual Construction team is to facilitate a more efficient installation of the project at a higher level of quality than if the project hadn’t utilized the Virtual Construction team.
• Assist direct reports with resource management, assignment of project lead positions, proper team assignment for all projects, execution strategies for assigned projects, resolution of issues, challenges and obstacles, understanding and execution of QA/QC protocols, understanding and ensuring compliance to applicable Building and Mechanical codes, creation, modification, and alignment of standard processes to sustain "Best Practices" in the industry.
• Evaluate and advise on means and methods of continuous improvement within the Virtual Construction group to increase efficiency, improve quality, and lower operating costs within the shop, field and office to lower costs and meet project goals.
• Evaluate and recommend modifications and enhancements to the company's BIM execution plan and SOP.
• Coordinate with the Construction Technology, Engineering and Construction Operations leadership teams to identify areas of improvement to support optimal collaboration across the company to facilitate improvements in design, fabrication, and installation practices on projects.
• Coordinate with the Training team to develop and deploy training materials necessary to support the growth and development of the Virtual Construction team.
• Assist Operation Manager with departmental budget and financial planning.
• Advise on modifications and maintenance of submittal standards library.
• Prepare for and attend large project pursuit interviews/presentations as needed.
• Understand and support the strategic plan and corporate vision.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with virtual construction operations (equipment procurement, personnel shortages, workstation availability, document control).
• Identify, advise and assist in implementation of good employee retention practices to help guard against poaching and employee discontent.
• Adhere to and promote company policies.
• Recruit, train, develop, and mentor leaders across the Virtual Construction Group to ensure culture, values, and standards are met consistently including succession planning to avoid any gaps in strong leadership.
• Evaluate and advise on the group structure and training needs to facilitate growth and expansion into new markets.
• Create and foster collaborative relationships among leadership teams across varying departments and locations.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and projects to meet company growth objectives.
• Work closely with Regional Sales Leadership and other Virtual Construction Leaders on best practices and solutions to meet customer needs.
• Work closely with field and fabrication leadership to ensure project schedules are met and operating costs are minimized.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think analytically and critically about issues.
• Ability to lead a complex team.
• Develop and foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Effectively manage department budgets.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience.
• At least 5 years of experience working with, leading others in, and collaborating on improvements to technology and business processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology or related field and/or at least 10 years of experience as a detailer.
• Experience with the various business and corporate software technologies ACCO utilizes.
• Proficient in English.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
• Preferred, but not required: Degree or certification in construction management, engineering, or architecture; experience in remote training software and technologies used within best-in-class organizations; experience leading technical teams in the execution of problem solving; experience with all of the aforementioned existing ACCO software; proficient in Spanish.

Additional Skills/Abilities

• Proactive/Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level/position and with minimal supervision.
• Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
• Motivation/Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
• Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
• Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
• Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
• People Skills: Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people’s strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand others perspectives.
• Communication: Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.
• Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
• Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations’ short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
• Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives.
• Execution: Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.
• Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Is able to take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for his/her actions. Leads by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Sit for prolonged periods, stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• Sit and walk.

Pay

Pay ranges are in line with the corresponding area CBA agreement.