Manager, Virtual Construction - Hydronics

ACCO Engineered Systems•Pasadena, TX

About The Position

General Job Description: Under the direction of the Operations Manager, will provide vision, oversight, direction, and leadership to the Hydronic Virtual Construction team through shared vision and clear communication that holds everyone accountable to company goals. You will oversee all the operational aspects of your assigned Virtual Construction team and facilitate the workforce and resources needed to ensure each project is constructed safely and following design, quality, budget, and schedule requirements. The position will provide a rewarding work environment with opportunities of growth for team members and maintain an environment which will produce increased involvement, cooperation, and teamwork, thereby increasing output and overall operational efficiency. Supervises: Supervisor, Virtual Construction - Hydronics Lead Detailer, Virtual Construction - Hydronics Detailer, Virtual Construction - Hydronics

Requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to think analytically and critically about issues
Ability to lead a complex team
Develop and foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Effectively manage department budgets
At least 5 years of leadership experience
At least 5 years of experience working with, leading others in, and collaborating on improvements to technology and business processes
Bachelor's degree Business, Technology or related field and/or at least 10 years of experience as a detailer
Experience with the various business and corporate software technologies ACCO currently utilizes
MS Office: Word, Excel, Project
Google Workspace: Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Forms
Others: Adobe, ProCore, Bluebeam, Box
CRM/PM Platforms: Bidtracer
Collaboration: Smartsheet, Slack, Revitzio, PlanGrid
Design/Detailing: Autodesk AEC Collection (Revit, AutoCAD, Assemble, Navisworks), Spooling: MSuite Bimpro Fabrication: MSuite Fabpro Trimble
Proficient in English.
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
Skilled in reading and interpreting plans and specifications

Nice To Haves

Degree or certification in construction management, engineering, or architecture
Experience in remote training software and technologies used within best-in-class organizations
Experience leading technical teams in the execution of problem solving
Experience with all of the aforementioned existing ACCO software
Proficient in Spanish

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee Hydronic Virtual Construction leadership and detailers in your assigned area to ensure standards and processes are aligned to achieve consistent predictable outputs that are in line with company goals and standards.
Foster a support mentality within the group such that everything done within the Virtual Construction team is to facilitate a more efficient installation of the project at a higher level of quality than if the project hadn’t utilized the Virtual Construction team.
Assist direct reports with Resource management
Assignment of project lead positions
Proper team assignment for all projects
Execution strategies for assigned projects
Resolution of issues, challenges and obstacles
Understanding and execution of QA/QC protocols
Understanding and ensuring compliance to applicable Building and Mechanical codes
Assist Operations Manager in the creation, modification, and alignment of standard processes to sustain “Best Practices” in the industry across all locations and regions to ensure they are aligned and have the ability to be self sufficient
Conduct and/or participate in regular departmental meetings
Evaluate and advise on means and methods of continuous improvement within the Virtual Construction group to increase efficiency, improve quality, and lower operating costs to meet project goals
Provide input to Operations Manager and Sales Leadership on resource availability and project labor budgeting
Evaluate and recommend modifications and enhancements to the companies BIM execution plan and SOP to support the most efficient fabrication and installation possible
Monitor and advise on quality control measures to ensure high-quality output at or above industry standards
Coordinate with the Construction Technology, Engineering and Construction Operations leadership teams to identify areas of improvement to support optimal collaboration across the company to facilitate improvements in design, fabrication, and installation practices on projects
Coordinate with the Training team to develop and deploy training materials necessary to support the growth and development of the Virtual Construction team
Assist Operation Manager with departmental budget and financial planning
Advise on modifications and maintenance of submittal standards library
Assist Regional Sales Leadership with strategic pursuits
Prepare for and attend project pursuit interviews/presentations as needed
Other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor and/or upper management
Understand and support the strategic plan and corporate vision
Continual development and implementation of processes and procedures to achieve high level quality, productivity and efficiency within the Virtual Construction team and the overall job installation.
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with virtual construction operations (ie: equipment procurement, personnel shortages, workstation availability, document control)
Identify, advise and assist in implementation of good employee retention practices to help guard against poaching and employee discontent.
Adhere to and promote company policies
Instill a culture of accountability, integrity, ethics, and respect within the department
Recruit, train, develop, and mentor leaders across the Virtual Construction Group to ensure culture, values, and standards are met consistently including succession planning to avoid any gaps in strong leadership
Evaluate and advise on the group structure and training needs to facilitate growth and expansion into new markets
Create and foster collaborative relationships among leadership teams across varying departments and locations
Participate in cross-functional initiatives and projects to meet company growth objectives
Work closely with Regional Sales Leadership and other Virtual Construction Leaders on best practices and solutions to meet customer needs
Work closely with field and fabrication leadership to ensure project schedules are met and operating costs are minimized.