Director, Special Projects

Southland Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 50% company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Southland Industries in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Project Manager to direct planning and scheduling for Special Projects, contributing to objectives and maximizing operations. The role develops PM processes, guides cost/schedule decisions, and ensures subordinates understand duties while driving a cohesive team.

Requires 15 years in mechanical construction ops, including 5 years in industrial/specialty areas, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• 15 years of mechanical construction ops experience, including 5 years in industrial/specialty construction.
• Advanced knowledge of company operations and philosophy.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Outstanding leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to align goals across company, division and projects.

Responsibilities

• Implements project management processes, policies, and procedures.
• Provides inputs on constructability, cost, scheduling during development and execution.
• Reviews performance against plans; flags concerns; approves changes.
• Assists in establishing short- and long-range group goals aligned with company objectives.
• Defines duties and authority of subordinates; maintains cohesive unit.
• Troubleshoots project issues; coordinates with staff to resolve problems.
• Makes expert knowledge on construction management practices and industry trends.
• Collaborates with other departments to share best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Construction management knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

Position Summary

Directs the overall planning and scheduling of Special Projects, significantly contributing to the achievement of company, division, and project objectives and ensuring maximum operating results.

Position Details

• Implements project management processes, policies, and procedures within the company policy.


• Provides inputs on constructability, cost, scheduling and other key aspects during the development and execution phases of each project.


• Reviews performance against operating plans and standards. Offers feedback to subordinates, identifies areas of concern, and approves operational changes, when necessary.


• Assists in establishing short-term and long-range group goals, maintaining alignment with overall company objectives.


• Ensures the duties, responsibilities, authority and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood. Builds and maintains a cohesive operational unit.


• Troubleshoots project-specific issues and challenges. Coordinates and confers with staff to resolve key operating problems.


• Makes expert knowledge on construction management activities, best practices and developing issues within the industry.


• Coordinates and collaborates with other departments to fulfill responsibilities and shares best practices with other operating groups and peers.


• Maintains a positive financial posture for operational groups and monitor cost analysis activities on a routine basis.


• Identifies staff training needs and recommends career development path.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent education, training and/or experience.


• 15 years of experience in mechanical construction operations, including 5 years of industrial and specialty construction experience


• Advanced knowledge of company operations and philosophy


• Excellent organizational and analytical skills


• Outstanding leadership and communication skills


• Ability to successfully establish, achieve and align company, division, and project goals

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)


• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability


• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance


• Disability income protection insurance


• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)


• Paid parental leave


• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time


• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses


• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued,

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are anEqual Opportunity Employerand prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

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