Director of Construction

Modern Construction Services, located in Charlotte, offers nationwide Commercial Construction services to our clients. We specialize in refits and remodels, transforming existing spaces to improve functionality and aesthetics to our clients’ commercial and retail spaces. MCS has successfully completed a wide variety of projects including Healthcare, Industrial, Retail, Hospitality, Government, Class A Office, Financial, Education, and Convenience.

The preferred candidate will have experience as a commercial General Contracting Senior Project Manager, Project Executive, or Construction Operations Manager, and is now looking to move into an expanding departmental leadership and general construction management role.

This position will be based at our Charlotte office and will require travel to monitor and engage with employees, clients, and subcontractors at remote project sites. The preferred candidate will have extensive job history in the Charlotte area market.

In addition to the $125,000/year base salary, this position is eligible for an On-Target Bonus of up to 50%-75% of the annual salary (up to $218,000 annually) and based on achieving goals that include (but not limited to) achieving project milestones, inspection and safety standards, client satisfaction, and budget management.

Summary:

The Director of Construction will oversee all operations, functions and activities of the Construction Department. This includes start-to-finish management for the design, construction and modification of a variety of complex commercial projects AND supervision of departmental personnel, project managers, foremen and other team members.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the entire planning, execution, and completion of commercial construction projects.
• Supervise department personnel: Lead, direct, monitor and evaluate department staff and provide professional development.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, paying attention to detail and quality.
• Employ a “customer service culture” where communication and interaction is positive and builds enduring relationships with employees, subcontractors, vendors and clients.
• Provide direction and supervision to general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure that project timelines are being met, efficient workflow, and adherence to quality standards.
• Develop scope, budget, and schedule for each project, including cost estimation and financial reporting.
• Oversee the preparation of Proposals and Requests for contractors; negotiate final agreements.
• Communicate and supervise department staff key performance indicators, goals, and responsibilities.
• Review all construction activities to ensure adequacy and compliance with building codes, safety regulations, legal requirements, and company and agency standards.
• Serve as the company safety officer and point of contact for safety standards, employing risk management to identify potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to ensure smooth project execution and adherence to worksite safety practices.
• Prepare and presents departmental reports and other necessary communications.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience supervising personnel, training and evaluating staff, and affecting leadership.
• Previous experience as a Pre-construction Manager or Project Manager.
• Daily use of resource management and computer programs used for project management, project design, scheduling, tracking, employee job-costing and time management, and other applications (i.e., Procore, Bluebeam, Job Tread, MS Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Express in writing, and articulate to team members, construction principles, practices, and applications.
• Principles and practices of Project Management.

Certifications: 

Industry relevant certifications, such as PMP (Project Management Professional), CCM (certified construction manager), AC (associate constructor), or CPC (certified professional constructor) preferred.

Education: 

Equivalent to an accredited four-year college or university degree with major coursework in civil or structural engineering, architecture, construction management, business administration, or a related field and five years of increasingly responsible experience, including three years’ responsibility in a managerial capacity.

Physical Demands:

Must possess the physical mobility to work in field and office settings and use standard office equipment, including a computer, cell phone, and tablet; and to operate a motor vehicle and travel to various job and meeting sites.

Additional:

• On-Target Bonus of up to 50%-75% of the annual salary, based on achieving predefined performance goals. This includes (but not limited to) achieving project milestones, inspection and safety standards, client satisfaction, and budget management.
• Annual profit sharing.
• Use of a company vehicle for work-related travel or mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use.
• Housing and per diem allowance when traveling.
• Opportunity for professional development and growth through (company-paid) accredited certification and coursework programs.
• Opportunity to participate in recurring company-wide philanthropic events and volunteer activities.