Skanska

Director of Special Projects

Skanska$151K — $206K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of client satisfaction history
  • 8+ years of on-time project delivery
  • 8+ years of profit target management
  • 8+ years of safety culture development
  • 8+ years of quality assurance practices
  • 8+ years in team management and multitasking
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or equivalent experience with 10+ years in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multiple project management teams through project lifecycle
  • Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and compliance for projects
  • Facilitate transitions from pre-construction to construction phases
  • Identify new opportunities for business development
  • Cultivate and maintain client relationships for future growth
  • Coordinate with senior leadership on strategic pursuits
  • Ensure project delivery meets safety and quality standards

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Employee Stock Option Program
  • Three weeks of accrued vacation plus ten paid holidays
  • Support for health and wellness including family care benefits
  • Career development and growth opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Overview

The Director of Special Projects provides overall leadership for multiple projects by dedicated Project Management Teams. They will be instrumental in assembling, developing, and guiding these teams from pursuit to closeout. They will plan and oversee all aspects of the project lifecycle includingbudgeting, scheduling, organization, implementation and execution ensuring projects are delivered safely, ethically, and in compliance with all federal, state and local laws. They will oversee a smooth transition from the estimate/pre-construction phase to construction in order to protect the bid position.

This role plays a strategic part in business development for the Seattle Market. SPG is positioned as a key driver for cultivating new client relationships and expanding existing ones. A successful candidate will be a self-starter who can independently identify opportunities while coordinating with the Senior Leadership Team on strategic clients and pursuits. They will understand SPG's dual role as both a delivery engine and a relationship building that can open doors to larger, future opportunities.

SPG work is uniquely rewarding and requires exceptional coordination, flexibility, and communication. Projects often involve fast moving schedules, active and occupied environments, high levels of client interaction, repeat relationships with long-term partners, and a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and responsiveness.

If you have a strong background in tenant improvements, excel at client service, thrive on compressed schedules, and enjoy mentoring nimble, high-performing teams, we'd like to meet you.

Director of Special Projects Required Qualifications:

      • 8+ years proven track record of assuring client satisfaction.
      • 8+ years track record of delivering on-time projects.
      • 8+ years of experience maintaining or exceeding planned profit targets for projects.
      • 8+ years creating and maintaining a culture of safety.
      • 8+ years experience developing a culture of quality assurance and control.
      • 8+ years managing and developing successful teams and ability to balance multiple assignments.
      • Bachelors Degree 6 Construction Management or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience.

OurInvestmentin you:

      • We believe thatBenefitsshould connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. Thats why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality 6 to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation andBenefitssummary on our careers site for more details.
      • As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, theres a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
      • At Skanska, we Care for Life. And were committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
      • Were committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth
      • Compensation and financial well-being 6 Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program.

Come work with us and join a winning team!

Additional Details

Full-time employees are eligible for Health & Welfare Benefits including comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care, Health Savings Account and Commuter Benefits. Company provided Short and Long-Term Disability, Group Life and AD&D. Voluntary Whole & Term Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Supplemental LTD, subsidized family care benefit and Employee Assistance Program.

Retirement and Incentive plans include 401(k) Retirement accounts with company match or annual contribution, Employee Stock Option Program and Bonus plans.

Time off programs include three weeks of accrued vacation, ten paid holidays, two personal days annually and paid sick leave. Paid military and parental leave programs, jury and bereavement leave.

Apply Today for Immediate Consideration!

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Primary LocationUS-WA-Seattle Primary Work Location/AssignmentOnsite Skanska Business UnitSkanska USA Building Inc. Employee StatusFull Time Salary LowUSD $151,455.00/Yr. Salary High USD $206,500.00/Yr.

About Skanska

Skanska is a multinational construction and development company based in Sweden. The company operates in Europe, North America, and Latin America, and provides a range of services including construction, development, and infrastructure services. Skanska has a strong focus on sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. The company was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
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