Director Of Construction Jobs

The purpose of the Director of Construction is to manage multiple residential projects to ensure each project meets the standards of Discovery Builders, LLC., the project development entity, and owner expectations by providing superior oversight in budget, schedule, and quality adherence from the beginning of a project through owner completion. Directly or indirectly supervises employees and/or supervisors; carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Discovery Builders policies, the club’s policies, procedures and applicable municipal and state/federal laws; responsibilities include but are not limited to: interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams and other key-stakeholders to gather input and communicates feedback to architects/designers/contractors as needed.
• • • Ensure that each member and guest receives outstanding guest service in a hospitable friendly environment which includes greeting and acknowledging every member and interaction, maintain outstanding service standards, solid product knowledge and all other components of guest service.
    • Empowered to guarantee total member satisfaction, display hospitality and professionalism to our members at all times, take pride in representing Discovery Builders and the project professionally with our members and guests to ensure that all business needs are handled in a legal and ethical manner.
• • Ensure that each member and guest receives outstanding guest service in a hospitable friendly environment which includes greeting and acknowledging every member and interaction, maintain outstanding service standards, solid product knowledge and all other components of guest service.
  • Empowered to guarantee total member satisfaction, display hospitality and professionalism to our members at all times, take pride in representing Discovery Builders and the project professionally with our members and guests to ensure that all business needs are handled in a legal and ethical manner.
• Oversees bidding process and contract negotiations. Ensures company's contract policies are followed.
• Ensure that each member and guest receives outstanding guest service in a hospitable friendly environment which includes greeting and acknowledging every member and interaction, maintain outstanding service standards, solid product knowledge and all other components of guest service.
• Provides support with permitting, ensuring proper approvals have been received prior to initiating possession or construction when needed.
• Works with other departments to improve processes in all areas of responsibility.
  • • • Ensure that each member and guest receives outstanding guest service in a hospitable friendly environment which includes greeting and acknowledging every member and interaction, maintain outstanding service standards, solid product knowledge and all other components of guest service.
      • Empowered to guarantee total member satisfaction, display hospitality and professionalism to our members at all times, take pride in representing Discovery Builders and the project professionally with our members and guests to ensure that all business needs are handled in a legal and ethical manner.
• Work with builders’/project leadership to establish production goals, develop budget and cost controls, and generate data to help aid decision making with products specified (types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates).
• Empowered to guarantee total member satisfaction, display hospitality and professionalism to our members at all times, take pride in representing Discovery Builders and the project professionally with our members and guests to ensure that all business needs are handled in a legal and ethical manner.
• Oversees project management of current and new construction, renovations and remodels with limited guidance.
• Oversees contractor and vendor performance during construction, visiting site regularly to perform due diligence and monitor quality of work.
• Manages, monitors, and communicates project schedules, budget guidelines, progress, and costs to ensure projects are completed on time and to established expectations.
• Oversees procurement to ensure purchases meet specifications and are completed on time and on budget.

• Understand and apply all property safety and security procedures to maintain a secure and safe environment for employees and members at all times. In the event of an accident or emergency, seek medical attention if necessary and contact club or construction leadership and/or Human Resources immediately.
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all company employees to foster and promote a positive working environment.

• Review and ensure that both owner and Contractor meet the contract requirements established in each contract.
• Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimated costs.
• Coordinate with supervisory personnel and subcontractors in planning and execution work procedures, interpreting specifications, and sequencing work to avoid schedule delays.
• Collaborate with design team to ensure all projects meet owner expectations, budgets, and specifications.
• Represents Discovery Builders and the Club through professionalism, consideration, and discretion in all interactions.
• Contribute to a positive work environment and ensure teamwork within project organization, utilizing the resources needed to drive quality and value to our clients.

• Partner effectively with external vendors as needed to deliver core management, leadership and coaching programs.
• Provide expertise, feedback, and support for team.
• Focus on the development of people ensuring alignment with our Discovery Builders framework and strategic goals.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with established Discovery Builders policies, procedures, and standards of service to achieve the overall objectives of this position.
• Establish collaborative and trusted relationships with teams and leaders.
• Develop and facilitate training programs in varying formats, such as, classroom training, on-the-job training, blended learning, eLearning, and training workshops for the region.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with all employees, supervisors, managers, directors, and Discovery Builders leadership.
• Identify learning needs for managers, leaders, and teams and propose appropriate learning solutions.

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to listen and respond to specific requests as directed by stakeholders
• Skilled at coordinating, monitoring, motivating, and tracking the various project subcontractors, workers, materials, inspectors, and vendors.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally on multiple levels in written and verbal form.
• Ability to work well in a team environment with tradesmen, subcontractors, inspectors, owners, architects, and engineers.
• Able to accurately read architectural plans.
• Minimum 10 years work experience in related field, preferably in luxury residential and / or commercial construction.
• Ability to understand project and company financials.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Extensive Construction administration experience.
• Demonstrated experience in personnel management, coaching, and leading teams.
• Strong communication and relationship building-skills to effectively support and connect with diverse team members and contractors.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Practical and applicable experience in a construction field using Procore preferred.
• Able to meet demanding deadlines.
• Experience with commercial and residential construction practices, sequences, schedules, methods, products, etc.
• Construction Management certification or equivalent preferred.
• Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
• Minimum 10 years of direct work experience in a project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution.
• Competency with Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Smartsheet, Project and, Visio.

About Discovery Land Company

Founded in 1994 by Michael S. Meldman, Discovery Land Company specializes in building luxury residential private club communities and resorts throughout North America. We have grown to be the premier player in the high-end resort residential niche with 20 world-class projects in our portfolio. Our communities are distinct with their own architectural styles, world-class amenities, and high levels of service. We don’t build buildings, but rather we build settings where families can create intergenerational memories and enrich their lives in exquisite and untouched sanctuaries. These settings offer a casual and comfortable sense of community through outstanding clubhouses, premier golf courses, welcoming staff, world-class culinary offerings, and outdoor pursuits. To ease and enrich your experiences, Discovery holds itself to the highest of service standards. Every decision we make is driven by one fundamental objective: to make the time you spend with the people you care about most not merely enjoyable, but memorable. We are extremely grateful to be recognized as one of the world’s top mid-sized employers for 2018 by Forbes magazine. For more information about our company - http://www.discoverylandco.com