J. A. Watts, Inc. (JWI) is a woman-owned professional services firm that believes in treating its clients and employees like family at every level of our company. Our family culture is what we're known for, and we work to stay true to who we are. That's how we manage our projects and how we recruit THE Best People in our industry. Our clients come from all walks of life, and so do we, which makes us stronger together.
This temporary, part-time position will support our Construction Management practice by overseeing staff and engaging in all Construction Management efforts. This Director level will manage staff utilization between projects ensuring that projects are completed on time and budget. This role is responsible for leading, managing, and communicating all aspects of the assigned project(s), including but not limited to design, planning, implementation, cost efficiency, and client satisfaction. The Project Director is also responsible for the ultimate success of the project team members. Current project for this role are located in the Stockton, IL and surrounding area. Current and future projects require on-site presence.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain and build relationships of new and existing clients as the primary JWI contact
Oversee and manage the project team through the entire project process
Establish project objectives, goals, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specifications
Ensure effective and positive communication as the point of contact between the client and company
Define the client's project scope, budget and schedule. Consult or negotiate as needed to finalize project specifications
Review and approve technical documents, designs plans, specifications, proposals and cost estimates
Responsible for ensuring project deliverables are on time, within budget, and at the required level of quality
Manage approved budget and monitor actual expenses to ensure project remains within budget
Analyze out of budget expenses and confirm they are offset in other areas of the project, unless justified
Communicate project details, including plans, progress, issues, and concerns to senior leadership team on a regular basis
Evaluate team adherence to the JWI Playbook and ensure consistent application of project management processes
Effectively communicate the business value to prospective clients and partners through presentations, meetings and proposals
Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships to support and cultivate business opportunities
Attend and participate with various industry and professional groups and networking associations
Communicate with senior leadership team about future partnerships and projects
Coach, mentor, and develop team by providing oversight, training, direction, and performance feedback in accordance with organizational policies and procedures
Contribute to a workplace culture that is consistent with the company's mission, vision, and core values in every internal and external interaction
Perform other duties as required/directed
Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, other Engineering or Construction Management degrees, equivalent work experience considered
15-20+ years of relevant construction project/program management experience with IDOT
Familiarity with the IDOT Dist. 2 staff and project management requirements preferred
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective solutions addressing process efficiency, project costs, budget parameters and customer demands to achieve desired results
Ability to balance multiple priorities, work under pressure and communicate effectively in a team environment and meet deadlines
Evidence of a high level of ethical behavior in exercising judgment and discretion in matters of significance
Capable of researching and presenting info/data to facilitate informed management or client risk assessment and decision making
Capable of engaging in Business Development activities and show a willingness to grow the Department
Capable of creating and managing teams for the execution of long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones, managing production, and meeting or beating deadlines
Capable of serving as a point of contact for JWI teams when multiple employees are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy
Advanced organizational and management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; a persuasive communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
Company Benefits
Paid time off and holidays
Company-sponsored social events
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
