Project Director - Construction

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

The CRB Project Director (PD) is a role that while directly reporting to the Director of Construction Leader. Project Director develops and implements a plan to deliver the required project and services in the most effective and efficient manner possible and may oversee a single large project or multiple projects. This position is responsible for supporting business operations, negotiating contracts, working with estimating, bidding, profit/loss of assigned projects, and supervision of project staff.

Candidates must be willing to travel to project sites around Columbus, Lexington, Indianapolis, Cleveland, and Louisville

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Develop Execution Strategy; Creative new ways for successful delivery; Set the project up for success.; Establish CRB Culture and Core Values; Communicate with sponsor/stakeholders/business leaders during the project.; Provide overall leadership and direction to the team.; Design/Pre-con Leadership - Build a healthy, high-performing team (CRB, Sub-consultants, Owner, and Trade Partners); Embody a "One Team" "Lean” “We're all in this together" mindset.; Bring experience, insight, and how-to guidance to help the entire team succeed.; Monitor team health. Intervene as needed. Includes internal team, external partners, and client.; Manage end-to-end delivery of projects. (Chartering, Safety, Design, Pre-Construction, Permitting, Construction, Document Control, Procurement, C&Q, Automation, Consulting), and through the warranty period; Ensure the CRB Team understands and maintains Standard of Care throughout the project.; Assure client and CRB policies and procedures are followed, as well as all applicable laws.; Ensure all required management tools, systems, and best practices are set up and utilized.; Ensure all KPI's met: Safety, Pre-Planning, Execution, Customer Satisfaction, Quality, Schedule, Profitability, etc.; Provide input to build strategies, logistics, and sequencing. Coordinate with A/E to ensure proper flow of required packages.; Lead the CRB team and the owner through Business Case Alignment and Chartering Phases; Lead PEP Development; Partners with preconstruction group to plan the project for success (e.g., constructability, procurement, logistics planning, scope reviews, budgeting and costing).; Ensure all pertinent logistics are incorporated into the phasing, design, and construction plans.; Develops, manages, and maintains schedules and timelines.; Constructability / Planning options; Accountable for monthly financial / schedule reports for all assigned projects; Monitor and approve costs / Cost forecasting input / authorize expenses/workflows (in accordance with CRB Signing Limits); Develops, monitors, tracks, and negotiates project costs to ensure projects are successful and profitable.; Ensure all the work done during pre-con carries over seamlessly into the field.; Ensure all pre-mobilization activities are completed including PEP, BEP, site requirements, permitting, etc.; Lead team to create a coordinated procurement plan including LLE, Trade Partners and Subcontractors, enabling work, etc.; Encourage the team to develop ETOP early in the project to ensure timely delivery upon project completion, i.e., plan the closeout at the beginning, not at the end.; Lead estimate development and facilities reviews and input. Control scope creep / “nice to haves.”; Spot-check quality documents, field reports, and logs for completeness and accuracy.; Participate in site Safety walks and ensure the project team is using appropriate tracking software. Establish rapport with client's site safety reps and include them in on-site safety walks.; Develops a project-specific, quality management plan, monitors work sites, and identifies and addresses concerns or issues that do not meet quality standards. Completes quality work documentation and forms to ensure compliance with contracts.; Participate in Pull Planning sessions, internally and externally, creating clarity and common understanding.; Creates and validates financial forecasts of costs for upcoming activities and projects.; Ensures the financial interests of the company are protected while maintaining positive client relationships.; Build and maintain positive relations with clients.; Manage client interactions on projects.; Identify and resolve potential conflicts.; Conduct regular Principal-level meetings focused on KPIs and succeeding together.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or equivalent; Minimum ten years of experience in the AEC Industry; Industry-specific certification, including but not limited to PMP & AECPMA, DBIA; Demonstrated Senior Project Management success managing single large projects or a portfolio of smaller projects.; Advanced understanding of all core engineering disciplines, project execution, and delivery in design and construction.; Manages design process and relationships between design and construction to ensure the designer delivers quality, budget conscious, and complete documents on schedule.; Team-oriented individual capable of leading and managing integrated teams including subcontractors.; Understanding of integrated project delivery including design, procurement, CQV, and construction processes.; Proficient in typical software tools (Microsoft Suite), Safety, Scheduling; Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.