Proficiency in hospitality, multifamily, and industrial projects
Strong background in construction estimating
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and scopes of work
Demonstrated success in meeting project deadlines
Extensive knowledge of safety regulations
Valid Driver's License and willingness to travel
Proficiency with relevant construction software
Strong leadership and negotiation skills
Bilingual and commercial roofing experience are advantageous
Responsibilities
Direct day-to-day operations of subcontractors for project success and safety
Collaborate with superintendents during pre-construction to address scope and constructability issues
Engage in the development and comprehensive review of project scope and schedule
Understand and guide project strategy, focusing on financial goals and logistics
Monitor daily field operations to maintain site safety, quality control, and cleanliness
Keep an updated project schedule reflecting changes and ensuring alignment with cost and time constraints
Exceed client expectations through in-depth understanding of their needs and culture
Facilitate effective communication within the project team regarding changes and project direction
Maintain positive subcontractor relations through professional and fair dealings
Oversee punch list processes to ensure timely issue resolution
Benefits
Opportunity to work with a leading name in commercial construction
Engagement in diverse project types encompassing hospitality, multifamily, and industrial
Promotes a culture of client-focused service and collaboration
Potential for career advancement within an experienced team
Variety of projects that enhance professional development and skill application
Full Job Description
Jr. Project Director
Job description:
Knight Commercial is seeking an extremely experienced and highly qualified Commercial Construction Project Director with at least 5 years of Commercial Construction and Estimating experience. We are seeking candidates with experience in hospitality, multifamily and industrial projects. The qualified candidate will have direct experience managing commercial construction projects with multiple teams.
Responsibilities
Direct and oversee the daily operation of all subcontractors in order to achieve a successful and safe completion of projects.
Work in partnership with superintendents to identify and address issues of constructability or lack of scope during pre-construction phase.
Participate in development and final review of scope, buy-out and schedule.
Develop comprehensive understanding of project strategy and commitments including financial goals, scheduling, logistics, phasing, milestones, inspections.
Oversee all daily field operations to ensure proper site safety, construction, progress, quality control and a clean site.
Work in partnership with superintendent to maintain an updated and accurate project schedule that reflects the changes in project status and that meets the cost and time requirements of the project.
Exceed client expectations for each project by understanding client needs, wants, preferences, and culture.
Demonstrate and maintain effective and open dialogue with the project team regarding changes in work, job conditions, subcontractor relations and any deviation in the direction of the project.
Promote positive subcontractor relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all subcontractors and vendors.
Maintain and review punch list process to ensure all are addressed and executed in a timely manner.
Constant contact with people like the public, inspectors and owners requires great customer service skills who listen and speak in a clear and concise manner so that goals are met
Leadership skills are needed in a managerial role because they will be in charge of delegating tasks to workers, subcontractors and other lower-level managers
Communication skills are important to give clear orders and process complex information to then delegate to others in a simpler manner
Time management skills are needed because, in construction, you have to meet deadlines. Each part of the construction project has to be done at a certain time so that everything runs smoothly
Writing proposals and budget plans, along with documentation of the project to the client is an important aspect
Technical skills to interpret construction methods, contracts and drawings of the project
Travel locally within the assigned city/territory
Qualifications
5+ Years of commercial construction experience
Experience with Hospitality, Multifamily and Industrial construction projects
Construction estimating experience
Ability to read and understand plans, specifications and scopes of work is required.
Proven track record of meeting deadlines.
Extensive knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.
