Dir Construction & Development

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians • Highland, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Construction and Development is responsible for the oversight and implementation of the capital construction programs. Under the guidance of executive leadership this critical role will be responsible for managing the operations of the complex development projects, from project inception to completion, according to the established policies and objectives. Projects will range over a multitude of areas including, but not limited to, gaming, retail, commercial, municipal, civil, and hospitality. This role will have responsibility for establishing relationships with business leaders across the organization, understanding key business drivers and partnering with other stakeholders to formulate financial and operational needs analysis in both short- and long-term construction-based plans. The Director has responsibility for managing the staff of project management professionals and is accountable for overall construction project portfolio and project health.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related field required.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in Architecture, Engineering, Construction and/or Construction Management overseeing large, diverse and iconic hospitality, entertainment and mixed-use developments.
• Minimum eight (8) years vendor management and/or supervisory experience required.
• Proficiency with reading blueprints, plans, specs, contracts, purchase orders, change orders, etc.
• Organized and able to effectively manage multiple, diverse tasks and adhere to tight deadlines.
• Must be culturally competent and effective in a multi-cultural environment.
• Effective at presenting information and responding to questions and/or concerns from management, staff, customers, public groups, regulatory agencies, and/or executive leadership.
• Strong leadership and people management skills required with good motivational and collaboration emphasis; communicates change effectively, overcomes resistance and builds commitment.
• Experience with organizational transformation, including the development and implementation of effective operating models in large-scale, complex organizations.
• Must be personable and professional, capable of using caution and discretion in communication
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, Bluebeam (or similar), PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
• Role requires operation or driving of Tribe-owned vehicles or driving patron vehicles. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier is required.

Nice To Haves

• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development and execution of large and/or complex construction projects, including new construction, major remodel, or renovation, through all phases of strategy, feasibility, design, permitting and construction.
• Manage day-to-day construction management activities of assigned projects to ensure timely completion, meeting or exceeding financial expectations, and providing highest quality product to end users with minimal disruption to the casino, reservation, and administrative buildings.
• Lead teams, both internal and external, of project managers, consultants, general contractors, and stakeholders, to ensure that all projects are designed and constructed in accordance with the approved scope, schedule, budget, and all applicable building, safety and Tribal codes and regulations.
• Develop relationships and build partnerships with senior management and business leaders across the enterprise. Communicates with executive leadership teams of construction activities, results and developments that could have an impact on objectives and activities of other departments.
• Lead the development of agreed upon scope document with business leaders and stakeholders. This will include creating an executive summary of scope, schedule, and development schedule to be used for socialization and project approval.
• Responsible for the construction bidding and contracting process. Signer on construction contracts, ensuring the bid documents and contract encompass complete scope coverage.
• Responsible for project financial health. Manage within budgetary and operational objectives of the project. Tracks hard and soft cost expenditures against project budgets and contracts. Responsible for accurately forecasting project costs to be used for strategic decision making.
• Key executive to develop and lead department’s strategic vision. Serve as primary communication conduit to direct reports and other staff.
• Develop project management standards, practices, and procedures and consistently enforce accountability with team.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

Benefits

• Total Rewards package of monetary, benefits and development rewards to individuals who meet and exceed specific goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director