Assistant Director - Master Plan - Project and Construction Management (Convention & Event Services - Non Civil Service)

City of Dallas•Dallas, TX

14d•$114,150 - $142,688

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Construction and Project Management for the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan supports oversight, direction, administration, and management of the Convention Center Master Plan Team across multiple components of the plan. The position works under the direction of the Director of Convention and Event Services and may represent the Director at executive meetings when designated. The Assistant Director manages the contract with the project management team, plans and allocates resources, prepares budgets, monitors progress, and keeps stakeholders informed throughout the master plan’s project lifecycle. The role also supports administration of the department’s operating and capital budgets and oversees related capital projects.

Requirements

10 years of experience in project management, capital improvements, construction management, public administration, or other combined related experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Engineering, Architecture, Liberal Arts, Finance, or another related field.
Ability to obtain Project Management Certification within 6 months of hire.
Current driver’s license in good standing.
Thorough knowledge of business principles, practices, and techniques used in department management.
Knowledge of public administration, engineering, architectural principles, project management, and capital construction.
Knowledge of capital improvement projects, contract negotiation, cost tracking and budgeting, and revenue generation methods.
Knowledge of political and legislative processes and human relationship-building processes.
General knowledge of the hospitality and convention industry.
Knowledge of personnel management principles and ability to plan, direct, and coordinate the work of others through subordinates.
Understanding of strategic planning and implementation.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in Project Management or Construction Management.
Registration as a professional engineer or architect.

Responsibilities

Manage procured project management team(s) and oversee their work.
Communicate with stakeholders and the Director of Convention and Event Services about progress throughout project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing.
Develop and adhere to the overall project budget, timeline, and quality control plan in collaboration with project management teams and subject matter experts.
Participate in and lead planning, direction, and oversight of management, administration, operation, coordination, procurement of services, and contract negotiations for the KBHCCD Master Plan and related capital projects.
Monitor, manage, and evaluate priorities for service and contract delivery; develop procedures and strategies for effective use of available services and foster relationships with contract partners, chambers of commerce, boards, developers, and interdepartmental partners.
Compile and organize monthly capital improvement and marketing/communications reports; provide financial analysis for budget recommendations and strategic decisions; oversee contract compliance and negotiations to ensure return on investment.
Supervise, counsel, and direct managerial and support staff; participate in hiring, training, performance evaluations, and other personnel actions.
Assist with department administration, including operating and capital budgets, and review significant variances to resolve budgetary problems.
Identify quality-management improvements to work procedures, practices, communication, productivity, and accountability.
Represent the City at local, state, and national organization meetings and professional activities to maintain a positive image and build public support for departmental programs.
Perform other work as needed or assigned by the Director.
Represent the Director at executive meetings when designated.