The Opportunity:

The Sr. Construction Account Manager will support our Connecticutclients' job order contracting (JOC) programs through our revolutionary Simplebid4 JOC platform. You will works closely with clients to coordinate and manage their JOC construction projects. Responsibilities of this position include working with government agency construction programs, coordinating multiple concurrent projects and tasks through the JOC procurement lifecycle, being responsive and communicative to the needs of our clients, and maintaining excellent user experiences. Ideal candidates may have experience in construction, facilities management, project management, account management, and other public agency or customer-facing project delivery positions. You will maintain a streamlined JOC process and align our product and service offerings with their clients' unique needs.

The Sr. Construction Account Manager will travel regionally throughout Connecticut and must be based there.

Position Responsibilities:

• Maintain positive relationships by promptly and effectively communicating with multiple stakeholders
• Ensure that all projects are in contract compliance and align with the Simplebid4 JOC process
• Organize and manage job conferences with clients, contractors, designers, and account managers
• Use the Simplebid4 platform to input and execute all project requests, work orders, schedules, price proposal reviews, and additional documentation
• Oversee and track project progress with clients, contractors, and other account managers
• Review client and contractor-provided construction documents, plans, and specifications for additional understanding of projects
• Ensure clients and contractors are trained in the Simplebid4 software and unit price book
• Prepare and disseminate project scopes of work, requests for proposals, price proposal packages, notices to proceed, and notices of completion
• Review price proposals with contractors and clients, answer any questions, and revise proposals as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Required skills and experience:

• A minimum of 8+ years related exprience, or 4+ years related experience with a Bachelor degree in a relevant field, is required.
• Minimum 3+ years experience in JOC (Job Order Contracting) is required.
• Experience in construction management, project management, construction procurement processes, public construction projects, contract development, and administration, estimating/price proposal development, tenant improvement or renovation construction projects is required.
• Proven record with client-facing project management or owners' rep experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and written, and verbal communication.
• Must have strong client facing skills.
• Must be able to troubleshoot software for client.
• Knowledge and experience in value engineering, scope development, and project delivery methods in the public sector are preferred; JOC (Job Order Contracting) experience and understanding is a huge plus.
• Self-motivated and able to work well independently in a strict deadline-oriented environment.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to quickly adapt to additional software.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid Work Environment
• In person work on client sites at least 50% of the time within the Connecticut area
• Possible long periods of walking, sitting, or standing,
• Possible use of ladders or being in confined spaces
• There may be times of adverse weather conditions at job sites

Benefits of Working at FOS:

• Flexible work schedule and work from home options
• Competitive benefits package
• Generous paid time off policy
• An inclusive work environment that encourages employees to demonstrate their strengths and passions in achieving personal and organizational goals
• Coaching with leadership that enables professional growth for future career pathing
• The opportunity to work for a growing team with proven success

For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits

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As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required time frames and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.