Electrical Project Director - Mission Critical

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Electrical Project Director role is an exciting, challenging role for which only top industry professionals are considered. This position manages large data center projects, usually overseeing 2 to 5 projects simultaneously across a region or business unit. Ultimately, the Project Director is responsible for the P&L on each project; the Project Director manages all levels of risk for each project under his or her control.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred. Degrees in other Engineering disciplines or Construction Management with relevant experience will be considered.
Direct experience leading the self perform electrical scope of $10M+ on multiple Commercial or Renewable construction projects
15+ years progressive experience managing the Self Perform Electrical scope for a large-scale contractor
Working knowledge of the NEC and NFPA 70e
Working knowledge of Accubid estimating software is preferred
Experience leading successful project teams, including development of direct reports and maintaining relationships with external entities
Experienced dealing with major suppliers and procurement of large electrical equipment
Excellent organizational, team management, problem-solving and motivational skills
Expect to travel to remote jobsites as required to meet the needs of the role. Approximate travel is up to 75%.

Responsibilities

Overall leadership of the project team across all facets of the project including contracting, financials, schedule, development of staff and craft.
Assessment and implementation of development plans direct reports. Ensure performance and development goals are being tracked for all levels of staff.
Collaboration across the larger McCarthy director group to ensure the success of the project
Serve as a liaison between office and field, coordinating staffing and movement of field personnel
Review/approve project team on-site setup
Monitor receipt of subcontractor bonds and periodically review status of subcontractor management, change order processing and shop drawings
Maintain a thorough understanding of the McCarthy/Owner contract and oversee the entire field operation to achieve contract compliance
Assist project staff in development of construction schedule and monitor schedule performance, looking for ways to improve/expedite
Become thoroughly knowledgeable of projected costs, contingent liabilities and contingent savings/increased profits
Oversight of Labor Cost Productivity reporting and overall project financials
Establish/maintain good relationships with owner, design team and subcontractors
Oversee quality management program to achieve contract compliance and a quality project
Champion job site safety effort, motivating the on-site team in the implementation of McCarthy safety guidelines
Maximize McCarthy's visibility in surrounding community
Identify potential clients and take necessary action to achieve additional sales
Assist the Marketing Department in the preparation of presentations and interviews and participate in interviews
Work with Preconstruction leads to establish and review project budgets in Accubid
Coordinate with Preconstruction leads to facilitate the procurement of key materials
Review project contracts and assist in contract negotiations internally and with the client
Implement all applicable EEO/Affirmative Action programs