Modernization Construction Project Director

Fluor•Greenville, SC

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About The Position

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role. Job Description Role The Modernization Major Construction Project Director provides leadership within the organization (i.e.Site/Reachback/Field Engineering, Construction, Project Management, QA, HSE, Project Controls, etc) and is primarily engaged in the management and direction of 2 large capital projects (i.e. Dragon Fire and J5 Phoenix). This position requires the application of knowledge gained from executing cost reimbursable EPC Projects. The Modernization Major Construction Project Director has the full authority in areas which impact the organization and its employees, clients, budgets, policies, procedures, work practices, or compliance programs. Scope The purpose of the Modernization Major Construction Project Director is to manage and direct the performance of all the EPC activities for the 2 large capital projects valued greater than $500M in conformance with plans, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates. The role requires knowledge and background of assigned work, ability to grasp complex situations with ease, and see the overall picture and alternative solutions to meet project objectives. The role directs the EPC Project Team as necessary in their respective roles to meet or exceed all project objectives.

Requirements

Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and twenty (20) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to twenty-four (24) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Nice To Haves

Typically, direct and responsible for all staff assigned to the large capita project(s) through direct reports typically consisting of managers and supervisors for various functions (i.e. Safety Manager, Quality Manager, Construction Manager, Superintendents, Site Engineering/Reachback Manager, Procurement Manager and others) as appropriate for the projects
Typically serve as lead person to coordinate all activities and communication within the site/project areas as well as between those areas and other offices and locations
Coordinate indirect activities, internal (across directorates) and external, required to support a productive project execution, including functional staff support, support craft activities, and any other resource necessary to assure a safe and quality project execution
Generally responsible to ensure all work is undertaken within the approved scope boundaries and is in full compliance with all pertinent requirements
Responsibility typically includes serving as the single point of accountability to senior management and client.
Manage personnel and provide an environment for the development and professional advancement of staff members, including on-the-job and formal training and development opportunities, and timely performance feedback
Leverage internal (directorates) and external resources to administer policies and procedures consistently across all business lines, functions, and locations
Analyze situations, identify and forecast pertinent problems and evaluate realistic options; and recommend/implement appropriate course of action
Organize and prioritize multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner to meet critical time deadlines
Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards
Proven ability to promote AF Project Management relations; resilient to client feedback along with continuous change (i.e. emerging priorities, schedule impacts and funding constraints)
Experience working within Joint Ventures and/or Partnerships
Excellent skills in interpersonal relations, conflict resolution, communication, and leadership; possess strong presentation ability to address senior management, client management, and total project personnel with command
Competency in administrative functions related to project and office operations is important
Functional proficiency in project controls, human relations, industrial relations, and contract management as it applicable to assigned area of responsibility; possess the capacity to direct those functions as required to support the project execution while typically being well seasoned in most functions as they apply to management of the project
Demonstrated strong decision making, critical thinking and problem-solving skills with ability to remain calm while taking charge in critical situations and under pressure

Responsibilities

DOD and/or DOE related technical knowledge and experience
Perform full management, supervision and coordination of all self-performed and subcontracted work
Execute all EPC activities in conformance with project drawings, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, procedures, quality requirements and safety standards
Control project schedule and cost through the efficient use of all construction resources including manpower, materials, tools, and equipment
Provide input for the development of project schedules in cooperation with the construction, engineers and project support personnel
Confirm and participate in daily and weekly short-range planning for the Major Construction modernization projects
Review design scope regarding constructability and provide recommendations for change
Establish the manpower levels to attain schedule milestones and monitor manpower levels to maximum award fee potential for BNH, the fully populated joint venture
Monitor productivity and cost in order to maintain maximum labor productivity and cost-effectiveness for the client and company
Monitor changes/project scope/budgets to ensure all changes are quickly and properly communicated to the AF Project Management Team
Implement and enforce the site safety, security and union project work rules
Play an active role in the development of the safety culture on the project, making safety a natural part of all work performed at the site
Manage and support the Dragon Fire and Phoenix Project Managers with the overall administration of the project
Manage the contractual commitments for the large capital project(s), including cost, quality, and schedule
Plan and manage the project’s temporary facilities (i.e. field trailers)
Maintain quality of all work in accordance with the standards as specified in the design documents
Ensure BNH operations and maintenance personnel who will own/operate/maintain the completed projects are integrated into design/implementation/installation reviews to ensure effective operations/maintenance, when USAF accepts the facilities and turns operations over to BNH.
Maintain effective construction equipment use and maintenance program
Maintain an effective plan for the supply and control of tools, equipment and supplies
Administer, train, and mentor all personnel with EPC fundamentals
Remain knowledgeable of safety policies and procedures and perform assigned duties in a safe manner while supervising others
Manage personnel and provide an environment for the development and professional advancement of staff members, including on-the-job and formal training and development opportunities, and timely performance feedback
Leverage internal (directorates) and external resources to administer policies and procedures consistently across all business lines, functions, and locations
Analyze situations, identify and forecast pertinent problems and evaluate realistic options; and recommend/implement appropriate course of action
Organize and prioritize multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner to meet critical time deadlines
Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards