Director of Construction

Central Florida Expressway Authority • Orlando, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Direct the overall Construction Program of CFX by managing all construction related activities for CFX.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of highway and bridge construction methods, materials, and inspection practices.
• Strong understanding of public sector construction contracting, including design‑bid‑build and alternative delivery methods.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large, complex capital programs with multiple concurrent projects.
• Working experience understanding the legal requirements associated with contract law.
• Proficiency with construction management systems, scheduling tools, and project controls.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies, utility providers, and local governments.
• Skills in contract negotiations and dispute resolution.
• Early identification of disputes and address appropriately.
• Flexibility in adapting to changing priorities.
• Strong team leader and influencer with good relationship & networking skills.
• Ability to interact with a diverse range of individuals and possess excellent project management skills.
• Strong communication skills both written & oral.
• Negotiation and public speaking experience required.
• Ability to manage and influence subcontractors and consultants.
• Able to identify the risks and rewards of capital projects, including associated impacts and benefits to CFX customers.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Primavera scheduling and Bluebeam (or similar computing tools).
• Up-to-date knowledge of regulations and programs concerning transportation construction and stays abreast of state-of-the-art practices and procedures for construction and the development of transportation programs, strategies, and innovative trends in construction services.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Building Science or a closely related field.
• Fifteen (15) years of experience delivering major heavy construction, expressway, toll road, or limited‑access highway projects.
• Experience working for or with a state transportation agency, toll authority, or public infrastructure owner.
• Experience should include at least ten (10) years of major bridge and/or roadway construction.
• Must be a licensed Professional Engineer in Florida.
• FDOT Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT).
• Quality Control Manager certified by Construction Training Quality Program (CTQP).
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and proof of car insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage CFX’s Construction Program, including new roadway construction, corridor widenings, interchange improvements, bridge structures, facilities, extensive Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and associated infrastructure.
• Responsible for monitoring and delivering CFX construction projects safely, on schedule, within budget and in compliance with contract plans, specifications, applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.
• Manage contractor performance, claims, change orders, time extensions, Owner Direct Purchases and dispute resolution in coordination with CFX Engineering, Legal and Procurement.
• Lead and mentor CFX Construction Department employees.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, customer first focus, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across all construction activities.
• Oversee the coordination and supervision of the Construction Management Consultant (CMC), Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) consultants, and miscellaneous continuing services consultants in support of the CFX Construction Program.
• Review and ensure the accuracy of construction contract related expenditures prior to distribution of funds.
• Lead efforts to maintain, revise and create specifications, special provisions, pay item notes, responses to bid questions, establish project durations and milestones.
• Monitor project schedules and cash flow, providing accurate forecasts, risk assessments, and status reports to executive leadership and the CFX Board as required.
• Assist in the development and implementation of best practices, standard operating procedures, and performance metrics for construction delivery.
• Obtain and maintain knowledge of leading trends in progressive project delivery.
• Address assignment of risk associated with project elements and influences.
• Work collaboratively with other CFX departments to advance CFX’s capital program.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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