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Roeslein & Associates

Project Director

Roeslein & Associates, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146


***$10,000 Sign On Bonus***

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Project Director position is responsible for independently representing Roeslein & Associates in all matters involving the prospecting for and the proposing, negotiating, securing, and implementation of our projects and will serve as the customer's single point of interface throughout each of his/her projects. Manage, train, and develop Project Coordinators, Assistant Project Managers, and / or Project Managers.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$135,200 - $169,000 per year.

Health insurance plans for you and your family

HSA (Health Savings Account)

Dental/Vision/Life insurance

A 401K program as well as an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Paid Sick Leave (5 Days on an accrual basis)

Paid Vacation (10 days on an accrual basis)

Paid Holidays (8)

Education and tuition reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist Business Development in developing estimates and schedule for proposals; presenting proposals to existing and potential customers; and developing and maintaining existing customer relationships; and assist Business Development in developing new customer relationships.

Negotiate new contracts or contract changes, preserving established margins. This responsibility includes finalizing all terms and conditions of the contract (i.e., price, delivery, scope, insurance, taxes, payment terms, penalties, etc.).

Oversee management, interpretation, and enforcement of existing customer contracts.

Ensure reports maintain continuous contact with customer to keep them completely informed of project status. Hold regular project meetings.

Provide a single source of project information for the customer through an intimate knowledge of all aspects of the project. This knowledge includes technical issues as well as cost and schedule issues.

Oversee the steering of vital project activities for which the customer is responsible (e.g., building design, building construction, vendor information, equipment deliveries, etc.).

Manage coordination and authorization of customer invoicing.

Approve established and detailed project schedule for each project; a thoroughly documented scope of work for the project; and a project budget in accordance with Roeslein’s cost accounting system.

Contribute and ensure adequate project resources are secured for each project.

Oversee planning and securing of required subcontractors, including (but not limited to) engineers, consultants, fabricators, electrical and mechanical contractors, clerks, schedulers, administrative support, etc.

Oversee implementation of bidding process for project subcontractors to obtain the most competitive prices.

Negotiating and authorizing terms and conditions of project subcontracts, and authorize subcontract changes.

Manage, interpret and enforce the terms of all project subcontracts.

Oversee, control and authorize all project-related expenditures.

Oversee monthly project cost projections as compared with the project’s estimated budget; and monthly reports of project cost projections.

Oversee the implementation, tracking and enforcement of the project schedule. Maintain all deadlines established with customer.

Oversee tracking and steering of non-Roeslein activities in the project schedule that will impact Roeslein activities.

Oversee that the contracted scope of work is presented to the project team and ensure complete understanding and acceptance of responsibilities.

Provide thorough communication with the project team.

Manage the input from all project resource groups.

Training, developing, and mentoring Project Coordinators, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Managers.

Allow sufficient time in project schedules to ensure quality work.

Preserve Roeslein’s established quality standards.

Maintain the Roeslein’s high standard of ethics.

Ensure fair and equitable treatment of all support resources assisting the project.

Travel domestically and internationally ranging from 10-25% per year and up to four (4) weeks duration.

Regularly travel between St. Louis, MO Headquarters and manufacturing facility in Red Bud, IL.

Develop and maintain relationships with employees at all locations.

Conduct activities in a safe and healthy manner and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Promote a positive working environment in order to achieve the organization’s goals.

Perform other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an office and uncontrolled atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions—such as: dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures—for short periods of time is possible. Must be able to travel to jobsites both domestically and internationally; living accommodations in some foreign assignments may not meet expected U.S. standards. All employees are required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment in designated areas.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee will is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. on a regular basis is required.

KNOWLEDGE /SKILLS / ABILITY / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Building / Construction Management, or a related field is required.

Minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience in a technically related field is required. It is strongly preferred that five (5) years of that experience be as a Senior Project Manager or a technically related position.

Minimum of three (3) years of direct management of employees.

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) is required.

Actively registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) is preferred.

Demonstrated history of in strategic and tactical goal setting and attainment.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and excellent presentation skills are required.

Strong organization, leadership, negotiation, and delegation skills are required.

Must be able to interact effectively and diplomatically with a number of diverse people, both on an individual basis as well as within group situations.

Proven ability to develop lasting, positive customer relationships based on the ability to focus on customer satisfaction and to obtain the customer's trust.

Strong financial background including operations budget development, cost control, and capital spending justification.

Must have a valid driver license.

Working knowledge of contract laws, jobsite safety procedures, and purchasing practices.

Specific estimating skills for engineering, construction management, and mechanical I electrical construction services.

Working knowledge of common scheduling concepts such as CPM, PERT, Gantt charts, resource loading, etc.; skill in the use of R&A's scheduling software tools and must be able to create schedule reports for all audiences.

Strong analytical and problem solving skills are required.

Ability to acquire a working knowledge of Roeslein’s cost accounting system, gross profit targets, standards, policies, procedures, and general business philosophies.

Computer skills and an in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows based programs are required.

Ability to work flexible hours with some weekend and holiday work required.

Requires effective time management skills, personal conduct, and change management abilities.

Ability to effectively interact with co-workers, clients, vendors, and other business contacts.

Must comply with Roeslein & Associate’s core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees.

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