Construction Account Manager

Fortive; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordian is seeking an Account Manager to deliver training and support for Job Order Contracting (JOC) products and services to clients in a defined geographic area. The role emphasizes professionalism, construction knowledge, and results-oriented service.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in construction management or related fields, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel 50-70% within the Baton Rouge area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable work experience in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field.
• 5+ years of construction project management, procurement or related experience in facilities/road construction.
• Extensive knowledge of commercial public construction operations, pricing and contracting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and multi-project management skills.
• Excellent customer service, communication, interpersonal and team-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain schedules of detailed activities to accomplish procurement objectives within a specified time period for clients.
• Implement and adhere to project procedures from identification to notice to proceed and construction execution for Job Orders.
• Read and understand construction plans and specifications; review price proposals and construct detailed line item proposals.
• Train contractors in Gordian software and client procedures, and assist in client contract bidding.
• Communicate clearly with clients and internal team members to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Account management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gordian (www.gordian.com) is the leader in facility and construction cost data, software and services for all phases of the building lifecycle. A pioneer of Job Order Contracting, Gordian's solutions also include proprietary RSMeans data and Facility Intelligence Solutions. From planning to design, procurement, construction and operations, Gordian's solutions help clients maximize efficiency, optimize cost savings and increase building quality.

Gordian is looking for an Account Manager who demonstrates professionalism, construction knowledge and delivers results through their expertise while using Gordian's extraordinary construction data and software. Primary responsibility for Gordian Account Managers is to provide support, training, for products and services centered around Job Order Contracting (JOC) for clients in a specific geographic area.

JOC is a procurement method and construction process that helps federal, state and local governments, schools, hospitals, higher education institutions and others maximize efficiency, optimize cost savings, and increase construction quality.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain schedules of detailed activities to accomplish procurement objectives within a specified time period for clients
• Implement and adhere to project procedures from project identification, assistance in overseeing the development and review of project scope of work, proposal review, ensuring contract compliance, through notice to proceed, and construction execution necessary to accomplish a specific objective for various Job Orders
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications, with a depth of knowledge in conducting a comprehensive price proposal review as well as create and review detailed construction line item proposals
• Ability to train contractors in Gordian software, client procedure and assist in client contract bidding
• Communicate clearly and effectively with clients and internal team members to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field, or comparable work experience
• 5+ years of construction project management, construction procurement, construction management, or general contracting related experience in both facilities and road construction preferred
• Extensive knowledge and experience in commercial public construction operations, pricing and contracting, including scope development and estimating/price proposal development
• High level analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to effectively manage several projects in development and in the field simultaneously
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, strong interpersonal and team building skills, flexibility, strategic thinking, problem solving skills, goal driven, client obsessed, ability to deliver results, meets client and corporate deadlines, time management skills, self-motivated, works well independently and in a group dynamic
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, ability to develop and generate custom tracking documents and reports
• Background in construction documentation and administration preferred, but not required
• Job Order Contracting or IDIQ experience is preferred, but not required, comprehensive understanding of various public procurement and project delivery methods and requirements
• The ability to travel 50-70% within assigned geographic area
• Must be located in or around the Baton Rouge area

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive's essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We're a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.

We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in your potential - your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We're honest about what's working and what isn't, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

About Gordian

Gordian is the world's leading provider of facility and construction cost data, software and services for all phases of the building lifecycle. A pioneer of Job Order Contracting (JOC), Gordian's offerings also include our proprietary RSMeans data and Sightlines Facility Intelligence solutions. From planning to design, procurement, construction and operations, Gordian's solutions help clients maximize efficiency, optimize cost savings and increase building quality. Gordian is a part of the international business group Fortive, with 26,000 people employed worldwide. We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and LTD insurance, HSA, and a 401(k) retirement plan. EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Bonus or Equity

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 76,700.00 - 128,100.00