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Construction Director

Employer
CSM Corporation
Location
Minneapolis
Salary
Competitive

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Industry
Construction
Role
Other
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time

This position is responsible for the owner's representation and construction management of projects within the CSM real estate portfolio (Commercial, Lodging & Residential). Responsible for the successful delivery and completion of tenant improvements, capital improvement projects, and maintenance/repair projects. Responsible for all project phases starting with preliminary design through project close out.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Budget Proposals: Develops preliminary budget estimates and outline specifications for renovations and new construction. Reviews lease exhibits and lease language as related to construction items and landlord obligations in order to ensure expectations can be met. Drives and manages the design phase and scope of work to maximize the reuse of existing conditions within a given premises. Evaluates cost saving options for proposals by providing experience-based value engineering. Develops and maintains historical cost and estimating databases. Work with historical cost data and preliminary plans to estimate construction costs. Ensures project costs coordinate with development team to determine project feasibility. Provide custom reporting specific for certain transactions when needed.

Contract Coordination: Coordinates multiple bid process for renovations and new construction. Prepares bid documents, attends pre & post-bid meetings, and reviews bids for completeness. Monitors project costs throughout construction, maintaining compliance with contract documents. Evaluates and implements cost saving opportunities through scope modifications or means and methods modifications and delivers projects within established budget parameters.

Cost Control: Responsible for management of construction related expenses. Follows CSM procurement guidelines and applies good business judgment to ensure project meets CSM and brand standards. Communicates any projected out of guideline expenses to Director of Construction Services and other appropriate managers to ensure cost effectiveness of project. Seeks out and leads the project team to take creative approaches to ensure the project is being built with the best value in mind.

Scheduling & Coordination: Accountable for establishing overall project schedules and acts as primary on-site project leader to ensure completion of projects are both cost effective and within budget guidelines. Reviews and maintains project status by directing the CSM field supervisor or general contractors and serving as the main contact for resolving scheduling and contract document conflicts. Creates and communicates project phasing plans when required and works closely with external customers to closely manage their needs and expectations.

Construction Leadership: Manage and oversee tenant's general contractors to ensure CSM owned assets are being maintained and protected, and to verify quality construction is taking place. Responsible for reviewing tenant's plans, specifications and lease language as it related to construction activities

Customer Focus: Ensures internal and external customer service is a top priority. Understands the needs of customers and balances that with the needs of the business. Is adept at managing multiple relationships at various levels within the organization and builds strong professional relationships outside the organization. Makes timely decisions based on available information to ensure customer needs are met.

Compliance: Responsible for ensuring all renovation and new construction meets federal, state, municipal and brand standards. Addresses any deficiencies in a prompt manner and keeps necessary parties apprised of situation. Responsible for quality control as related to all new and renovated work.

Contractor Relations: Develops and maintains strong and professional relationships with the general and subcontractor market. Is respectful yet courageous in resolving any concerns or disputes, and manages risk and liability for company. Negotiate change orders fairly and equitably to ensure the legitimacy and best value for CSM.

Accountability/Drive for Results: Accepts responsibility for achieving desired results, owns any problems, and is responsible for effective self/workload management. Solves problems both inside and outside the organization. Produces the required quality and quantity of work required for the position, and can be counted on to achieve goals.

Communication: Responsible for maintaining effective ongoing communication with the Director of Construction Services and with internal customers at all levels within and outside the organization. Keeps appropriate individuals apprised of issues as they occur and if necessary, seeks guidance regarding resolution. Maintains field observation logs to serve as a record of project timelines and costs.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field or equivalent experience in real estate construction management required.

Experience/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 10+ years experience in real estate management specializing in construction coordination services required. Prefer prior construction services experience at companies similar to CSM with projects of similar size, stature, and reputation for outstanding service. Must have proven level of detail orientation, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects. Must have the ability to communicate professionally and diplomatically with all levels of trades people, business professionals, consultants and government officials. Ability and willingness to travel on a sporadic basis is required. Must be computer literate and proficient in spreadsheet and scheduling applications. Must have a good understanding of federal, state, municipal guidelines and brand standards as well as building, health department, and energy codes.

Physical/Working Conditions: Work is performed primarily on the construction job site with some work performed in an office setting, and may involve long periods of sitting. Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds and utilize a computer on a regular basis throughout shift. Ability to travel periodically to construction sites for meetings, etc. Work may occasionally be performed in indoor and outdoor settings and may be exposed to cold, wet, hot or humid conditions.

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