Project Director - Aviation (Houston) Job at H-S International, Houston, TX

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  • H-S International
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Project Director - Aviation

General Construction (GC) - Aviation

Field Position with Travel Home Every 2 Weeks

Compensation: $180,000-$250,000+, Bonus, Full Benefits, Company Stock and 5k Net Per Diem a Month

Company Profile:

A rapidly growing and well-respected general construction (GC) company is adding a Project Director to their Aviation team due to company growth. This GC is 100% employee-owned and offers a lucrative employee stock option plan (ESOP) for all of their employee owners.

Scope of Responsibilities:

The purpose of this job is to direct and control the day-to-day field operations for the company on assigned projects. The project director may also participate in a wide range of additional functions related to overall management of the company, including business development, contract reviews, strategic planning, etc.

Serves as the sr. project manager on a large, complex project and may also have operational oversight for other assigned projects

Reviews jobsite progress on assigned projects at regular intervals by attending the OAC meetings and meeting with the project manager, superintendent, and others assigned to the project. The topics discussed vary widely but generally include the following:

Safety Establishes the requirements and expectations for the project; reviews the safety manual and procedures with the project team; establishes the requirements for safety inspections and the use of Predictive Solutions; reviews accident reports and other documents dealing with overall safety practices

Startup Activities Reviews startup details with the superintendents and project manager, assisting as necessary in expediting power and utility installations, office trailer placement, etc.

Hoisting Equipment Assumes an active role in the selection and placement of all hoisting equipment to include tower cranes, crawler cranes, personnel and equipment hoists, and other vertical transportation equipment

Planning and Scheduling Reviews the detailed planning and scheduling for each phase of the work or checks actual progress against the master construction schedules

Quality Inspects the project for overall quality; discusses problem areas with the superintendent and offers technical guidance when requested

Subcontractor Performance Reviews the performance of each major subcontractor for quality of work and adherence to the construction

schedule; assists the superintendent with enforcement of quality standards and timely completions

Project Buyouts Reviews buyout activities, especially long lead time items that must be purchased or ordered near the beginning of the project; assists, in any way possible, to expedite material deliveries

Prime Contract Change Orders Reviews and executes change orders and the impact they have on the construction schedule; ensures timely owner approval before work is initiated and assists in expediting owner approval when necessary

Costs Reviews cost for each line item for confirmation with the original budget estimate; investigates cost overruns early in the project and attempts to resolve cost problems before the percentage of completion is too high

Establishes and maintains an ongoing liaison with officers and directors of various companies within the industry. These sources include competing general contractors, owner groups, architectural firms, subcontractors, suppliers, etc. Utilizes these relationships to negotiate and resolve more difficult operating problems encountered on various projects. Also utilizes these contacts to help foster and promote new work prospects.

Takes an active role in business development; may lead such discussions and/or serve as a member of the presentation team. Will actively engage current and potential stakeholders including government agencies, airline operators and contractors

Reviews final cost estimates for a project before formal proposal is submitted and may suggest specific contract language in some instances

Works with the corporate Risk Management department to ensure that overall insurance requirements are met as well as ensure compliance with subcontractor Risk Management

Offers suggestions and recommendations impacting both the short-term and long-term goals and objectives of the company; actively participates in strategic planning and influences how specific goals will be achieved

Assumes a leadership role in the career planning and development of project personnel, including project assignments, merit increases, promotions, and decisions to promote hourly staff to salary, etc.; attempts to balance the needs of the individual with the needs of the company

Reviews the job status report coming from the Performance Reporting System; notes major deviations from the plan and investigates the cause during periodic visits to the jobsite

Create collaborative team environments to build high performing teams and future leaders

Adapt to emerging technologies and sustainability practices especially as it relates to airport infrastructure

Qualifications:

B.S. in construction management/science, engineering, or relevant discipline strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of 10 years of aviation construction experience with proven leadership in large-scale airport projects

Expertise in terminal and concourse development, including passenger flow optimization

Knowledge of processor (aka headhouse) structures for seamless airport operations

Experience with Consolidated Rental Car Center (ConRAC) development and transportation logistics

Deep understanding of landside and airside construction, including regulatory compliance

Exceptional written, verbal and presentation communication skills

Possess the ability to keep a professional demeanor while navigating complex negotiations and public relations

Successful completion of OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training required (may obtain within first year of employment)

Ability to build and lead high performing teams at multiple projects concurrently

Recognized as an industry leading subject matter expert

Willingness to travel or relocate as required for project execution

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Daily paid, Contract work, Temporary work, Part time, For contractors, For subcontractor, Work at office, Relocation,

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