The Construction Section Manager is responsible for the managerial direction and leadership of the section and resources within the Project Management section of the construction global practice in the Vancouver, WA office. This includes supporting and executing business strategy, developing high performance teams, and promoting the Burns McDonnell culture, values and mission. The Construction Section Manager will lead the section in a dynamic and profitable manner based on Burns McDonnell's core values of client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, safety and overall outstanding service.
What you will do
Focus on project management, people management and growth in the Pacific Northwest.Coordinate with the greater CDB MTN leadership team on business planning, initiatives, and management of the global practice as a wholeProvide leadership to the team; direct and coordinate work assignments and review performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.Responsible for profitable growth of the section; ensuring staff levels, staff loading, and staff assignments meet project requirements while maintaining billable goals.Participate in managing construction of EPC projects which includes project planning, scheduling, estimating, cost management, and establishing critical Construction and/or Self-Perform project objectives for existing Pacific Northwest enterprise client as well as future EPC clients in multiple Global Practices.Responsible for successful project execution and timely completion of projects within budget while providing expertise in multiple facets of projects including safety, quality, procurement, construction, environmental compliance, project controls, and public/community relations.Communicate issues, project status, risks, schedule and costs to all internal and external stakeholders; manage internal/external risk mitigation communication plan.Lead communication between Engineering GPs and Construction section. Help develop EPC business in multiple industries and business lines.Implement, apply and support company, global practice and/or regional office programs and initiatives; successfully navigating and managing change within the section.Achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.Manage project and section budgets and expenditure of funds.Review workload and monthly financial reports deliverables including project scheduling, budgeting, cash flow forecast, and project status reports.Grow the CDB Project Management group in Vancouver, WA office by leading recruiting efforts and seeking out top talent. Manage communication with governmental, industry, and public entities, and community relations on project-related matters.Responsible for collaborating with business development managers, business line leads, project managers, and proposal production staff on EPC proposals to develop EPC business in the Pacific Northwest and secure work for staff.
Conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.