Group Manager

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Group Manager I provides overall direction and leadership for an assigned work program across all phases of the project lifecycle. The role is responsible for strategic direction, operational excellence, financial management, team leadership, stakeholder relationships, contracting and business development, and comprehensive risk management to meet or exceed contractual and financial targets. Work is performed in support of JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values. The Group Manager makes most decisions, guides subordinate managers, and consults senior management as needed. The stated career path is Group Manager 2. The position leads the work program’s safety culture; supports corporate strategy and initiatives; develops and communicates strategic direction; and serves as the primary client relationship executive at a leadership level. It drives business development, including opportunity identification, qualification, proposals, win strategy, contract negotiation, and strategies to secure margin and revenue. The role also manages escalated project and business risks, subcontractor strategy, preconstruction collaboration, project reviews and schedules, and staffing and resource planning. It represents JE Dunn in community and industry relationships and promotes diversity and inclusion. A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is required, although equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree. The position requires at least 10 years of construction management experience and at least 5 years of people management experience, along with demonstrated success leading multiple large or complex projects and/or multiple teams simultaneously. The work is primarily in a normal office environment, with possible exposure to extreme hot or cold conditions. Overnight travel may be required, and non-traditional hours may be necessary to meet project needs. A valid, unrestricted driver’s license is required; the role may involve lifting up to 25 pounds and various standing, walking, sitting, computer-screen viewing, bending, climbing, reaching, pushing, and pulling activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
At least 10 years of construction management experience.
At least 5 years of people management experience.
Demonstrated success simultaneously leading multiple large or complex projects and/or multiple teams.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills and advanced presentation skills.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Thorough knowledge of project processes and how they support successful project completion.
Intermediate proficiency in project management and accounting software such as CMiC.
Advanced proficiency in required construction technology.
Intermediate ability to apply Lean process and philosophy.
Advanced ability to manage budgets, maximize profitability, and generate future work.
Ability to complete estimating and productivity analysis.
Advanced demonstrated track record of completing projects successfully from start to finish.
Thorough knowledge of MBE, WBE, and SBA regulations.
Thorough knowledge and application of corporate risk management policies.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate internally and externally.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Willingness to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.

Responsibilities

Lead the assigned work program across all phases of the project lifecycle, providing strategic direction, operational oversight, financial management, and team leadership.
Lead the company’s safety culture and promote an injury-free environment through personal commitment and mentoring.
Assist senior management with strategy development and develop or support company-wide initiatives, best practices, and policies within the work program.
Provide strategic direction to team members in alignment with broader work program plans.
Serve as the primary senior-level client relationship executive; build long-term relationships with existing and prospective target clients and cultivate repeat business.
Develop and lead the work program’s business development strategy, identify opportunities, evaluate leads and deals, guide RFP responses and win strategies, assess competitors and market fee levels, and participate in sales, presentations, and marketing activities.
Develop strategies to secure maximum margin and revenue; lead contract review and negotiation to obtain preferred terms and mitigate risk.
Serve as the escalation point for project, financial, business development, contractual, and client relationship risks; resolve escalated project, staffing, financial, schedule, subcontractor, and client issues.
Negotiate issue resolution, including change orders, contingency expenditures, and appropriate fee enhancements; conduct project risk assessments and escalate risks to the supervisor as appropriate.
Build relationships with subcontractors, drive selection of qualified subcontractors, and develop and execute the overall subcontractor strategy.
Participate in leadership-level preconstruction discussions with clients and lead internal and external collaboration on estimates, schedules, staffing plans, business plans, and contractual obligations.
Oversee project reviews throughout the lifecycle to assess project components, ensure contractual obligations are met, and hold team members accountable.
Ensure staffing levels meet contractual commitments and schedules; plan and adapt resource management as needed.
Build community and industry relationships, network, represent the organization on boards, and promote the company’s interests.
Lead, support, and promote diversity and inclusion and ensure positive implementation of the company’s nondiscrimination policy.