Technical Project Lead, Construction Ops & Risk

JPI; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Bonus Program

4 Weeks PTO for All New Associates

11 Holidays and 8 Early Release Days

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

401(k) with Company Match

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Volunteer Time

Tuition Assistance

Phone Reimbursement

Associate Referral Bonuses

Job summary

JPI is seeking a Technical Project Lead to join the Operations Support Center in Dallas. You will proactively assess future risks for each project, communicate with OSC and Field teams, and report to the Technical Project Manager.

This role requires strong planning, risk mitigation, and collaboration across construction teams. Responsibilities include leading risk assessments, de-risking processes, managing RFIs and AHJ coordination, and ensuring Plan B contingencies are ready.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in a business or professional setting.
• Proven experience in an executive support role or similar position.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in using business software and tools, including MS Office and project management applications.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Review and finalize plans and maintain active day-to-day involvement with OSC team.
• Ensure a clear path for execution of Plan A with Site Construction Managers.
• Deliver trade specific PreCon onsite meeting agendas to Site Construction Managers to ensure Plan adherence.
• Track and resolve construction issues from field tickets in a timely and complete manner.
• Lead execution risk assessment and developing Plan B’s.
• De-risking: ensure RFIs/ASIs resolved promptly with 30-day runway.
• Identify chokepoints and communicate plan sequencing to stakeholders.
• Monitor dashboard daily for trends and reallocate OSC resources as needed.
• Create Plan B’s/Recovery plans with Superintendent and coordinate OSC resources.
• Develop and coordinate OSC support for wet weather mitigation pre-planning and implementation.
• Utilize digital technology to solve technical issues affecting the project.
• Ensure the Day 1 Startup checklist is completed on NTP day.
• Manage RFIs: draft, submit, and route to appropriate consultants.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

JPI is seeking a Technical Project Lead to join the Operations Support Center in Dallas. You will proactively assess future risks for each project, communicate with OSC and Field teams, and report to the Technical Project Manager.

This role requires strong planning, risk mitigation, and collaboration across construction teams. Responsibilities include leading risk assessments, de-risking processes, managing RFIs and AHJ coordination, and ensuring Plan B contingencies are ready.