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xPL Assistant Project Developer

Turner Construction Company · Detroit, MI · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

  • Support technical implementation of xPL Offsite Manufacturing (OSM) through project specific engagements identifying best fit offsite applications and establishing project controls specifically related, including cost, schedule, labor and estimation.
  • Aid in review and evaluation of project specific designs, program intent, contractual obligations, and division of responsibilities and deliverables to support strategic implementation of offsite construction.
  • Work closely with project and design teams to assess design, identify risks, and implement strategies for offsite construction.
  • Provide input to project teams for constructability, risks, examine details, perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis, and recommend construction sequencing and logistics for specific identified product solutions.
  • Aid in evaluating which offsite construction activities require design support and/or which can be addressed as means and methods.
  • Support identification of opportunities for offsite construction within project design or project approach that could become xPL Offsite products and/or Self-Perform Operations (SPO) opportunities.
  • Conduct activities to assist with development of project-specific OSM Scopes of Work and responsibility matrices that support execution of OSM Strategy.
  • Support and understand key performance indicators (KPIs) associated with project outcomes including, but not limited to cost, schedule, safety, labor, productivity, quality, and sustainability.
  • Aid Product Development team with creation of product details and digital assets through data gathering and onsite observations of offsite implementations.
  • Begin to establish relationships and become familiar with internal and external stakeholders and increase understanding of new offsite manufacturing technologies and applications for use.
  • Aid in providing early technical feedback on pursuit opportunities for design optimization for offsite construction including cost, schedule, and logistics.
  • Support internal research and development (R&D) efforts for modular solutions not specifically part of a project or pursuit.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Supply Chain, or related field of study, with minimum of 3 years of experience in building, offsite, or prefab construction, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Basic understanding of emerging construction technologies and applications in cost, scheduling, estimating, and coordination principles.
  • Familiar with leading-edge technologies (e.g., BIM) and continuous improvement practices.
  • Experience in construction engineering principles and techniques.
  • Knowledgeable of general construction and manufacturing operations.
  • Analytical thinking, good judgment, and problem-solving skills.
  • Able to navigate document control processes with ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedule.
  • Ability to take direction and follow through with commitments, flexible to reprioritize responsibilities with management direction.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with high attention to detail.
  • Professional verbal and written communication skills with ability to clearly communicate information to non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrate elements of leadership from within, teamwork, and interpersonal skills to build professional relationships.
  • Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, and collaborative tools.

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