Regional Director, Mission Critical / Data Centers

Henderson Companies•Chantilly, VA

1d•$139,200 - $208,800•Onsite

About The Position

Henderson Building Solutions is seeking a Regional Director Mission Critical to lead our growing presence in the region and drive expansion into new territories as the business grows. This role oversees construction managers, site superintendents, jobsite construction, execution, scheduling, and client development for the mission critical business unit. The Regional Director has financial responsibility for the region, including oversight of budget, profit, and cost projections as defined by the Vice President. This role builds and develops high-performing teams, ensures internal management processes are deployed and benchmarks are met, and drives a best-in-class client experience internally and externally. A core part of this role is diversifying our client base beyond our current hyperscaler relationship and building the team and infrastructure needed to support growth into new markets. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a flexible, situational leadership style, the ability to build trust across all levels of the team, and strong alignment with the Henderson Building Solutions culture.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of experience in a construction related field required, with experience in construction contract requirements and administration as well as experience in the design of mechanical/electrical systems.
Experience with various mechanical, electrical and controls systems required.
Project management, estimating and field installation supervision experience required.
Proficiency in writing scopes of work into subcontract exhibits required.
Well-versed in the language and inherent risk in standard owner and subcontracts and ability to implement contract documents in the best interests of the company.
Effective project management skills required.
Technical expertise in primary fields of focus (mechanical and/or electrical) as well as familiarity with other related fields required.
Ability to work in a collaborative environment and to recommend and analyze pragmatic solutions for clients.
Knowledge of applicable codes and standards relating to the facilities in which we work.
Efficient communication skills.
Proficient Microsoft Office skills, specifically Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities and organizational needs.
Generates ideas for improvement, takes advantage of opportunities and suggests innovations.
Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Ability to identify and understand relevant emerging technologies and industry trends.
Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in relevant field of construction, business, or engineering preferred. Four years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of requisite education.
Mission critical experience preferred.
Leadership experience preferred.
Professional engineering license highly preferred.
Master mechanical or master electrical license highly preferred.
Procore experience preferred.
Construction experience in retrofit and renovation as well as new construction preferred.

Responsibilities

Directs the activities of all construction managers, site superintendents and commissioning managers in region for construction projects and oversees the project development group.
Plans and sets construction objectives, goals, methods, schedules and strategies for projects.
Ensures projects are deployed safely, timely and profitably and all invoices are collected.
Reports on project financial budget status and progress to the VP.
Stays up to date on best practices and makes recommendations on practice or policy changes or enhancements.
Develops and maintains standards and processes that are client specific.
Implements changes as necessary.
Coordinates with design teams to take projects from the assessment (schematic) level to final completion of construction documents.
Makes recommendations regarding the feasibility of systems and/or equipment and evaluates construction products and methods for the application as needed.
Identifies and coordinates with external consultants to ensure projects are comprehensive.
Schedules design related activities. Reviews design plans to ensures standards are met.
Assembles and finalizes contractual and general requirements of construction documents in concert with pre-construction services.
Coordinates with pre-construction to ensure client requirements are incorporated into construction documents.
Assists in the development of accurate budgets for all projects that reflect all costs associated with construction.
Implements contract documents in the best interests of the company.
Ensures a safe and efficient work environment is driven as part of our culture for all staff and subcontractors.
Verifies all teams and other supporting personnel are practicing and meeting all OSHA, Henderson Building Solutions, client and industry approved safety standards.
Provides leadership for assessment teams. Schedules, coordinates and reviews assessment site visits, reports and budgets.
Performs on-site investigations on facility issues, troubleshoots solutions and identifies project risks, proactively mitigating potentially negative outcomes.
Provides subject matter expertise and is the driving force behind providing solutions to problems that are presented and unifying key team members to advance the solution.
Collaborates with project development, construction management and engineering design teams to formulate solutions that best align with client interests.
Coordinates with clients to ensure client requirements are incorporated into recommendations.
Protects the best interest of the client and preserves and enhances the reputation and profitability of Henderson Building Solutions.
Assists with business development activities by promoting Henderson Companies to existing and potential clients.
Participates in client, company and industry events.
Grows personal network by building relationships with clients and industry professionals.
Drives outcomes and owns the results to drive outcomes, owns the results, and exhibits a proactive, adaptable, and solutions-driven leadership style with a growth mindset, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
Builds collaborative relationships with a demonstrated ability to support the business development process by engendering trust and ensuring client satisfaction.
Serves as a technical resource for employees.
Mentors and trains employees.
Assists team members with questions and escalated issues.
Assists with the development and implementation of engineering related training programs like design assist.
Responsible for the maintenance of HBS master documents as they relate in a client specific need (equipment specifications, project 0/1 specifications, TAB, general mechanical, and electrical and general mechanical/electrical notes for drawings).