Director of Construction Operations

Summary:

Provides leadership in the acquisition and delivery of all aspects of construction management for federal construction contracts. The Director of Construction responsibilities include overseeing all stages of construction and construction management team to include ensuring all construction objectives and standards are met, forecasting, tracking/reporting project costs/revenue and adherence to project estimates, finding solutions to problems as they arise, ensuring all equipment and materials are available on-site as needed, interfacing with governmental reviewers and inspectors, managing the relationship with general contractors and direct vendors, coordinating with creative initiative to help staff to deliver an integrated project, partnering with project management and the design team to ensure timely construction development, and ensuring project(s) are completed on time and within budget. The Director of Construction must be an independent, self-motivated professional with the ability to demonstrate innovation, excellent communication skills, and a high level of customer service and relationship building. This senior-level position, while reporting to the Vice President, is responsible for managing daily operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations of office and field personnel serving a multi-state area.

This role requires a blend of technical expertise and high-level management skills to ensure that construction projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. The Director of Construction Operations must exhibit exceptional leadership qualities, profound knowledge of the construction processes, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations and multiple priorities simultaneously.

The salary range for this position is $172,760-$221,132/year.

This position comes with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 3% match, paid time off (PTO), company-paid holidays, and an annual performance bonus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in construction management, engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience may be substituted for education on a 1:1 basis.
• 8 or more years of experience in construction management, with 5 years managing projects of $10M or more.
• Experience managing multiple projects to completion.
• Demonstrate increasing levels of responsibility from craft work through successful project management, to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and assisting with bid estimates, including experience with RS Means and Heavy Bid estimating software.
• Ability to create a logical bid documentation and tracking process
• Experience with “win-loss” post award analysis to improve customer satisfaction and gain a stronger competitive edge in the market.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and business relationships with customers, successfully negotiate project changes, manage client expectations, and complete projects with excellent client feedback.
• Must have existing relationships with construction subcontractors and suppliers, and involvement in construction industry associations in the company’s regions of work.
• Flexibility to work outside normal working hours with the ability to communicate effectively with people in all areas of the company.
• Ability to maintain professionalism during challenges, and willingness to reassess and reorganize when traditional solutions are unsuccessful.
• Highly organized, not easily distracted, and willing to adapt when change is necessary.
• Ability to pass background checks by various Federal Agencies (e.g., DOD, DHS, FAA, etc.) to obtain security access badges.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and databases such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Familiarity with project scheduling software and automated accounting systems to retrieve and analyze project financial information.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be covered under the company vehicle policy.

Shareholder Preference

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Please apply online at www.ahtna.com/careers, Job# DIREC001688. Emailed resumes will NOT be accepted. For questions or more information, contact the Recruiter, Linda MacCubbin, (907) 290-2940, [email protected].

Ahtna and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We also participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.