About this opportunity
Southland Industries Inc. lists this Director Special Projects opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
Directs the overall planning and scheduling of Special Projects, significantly contributing to the achievement of company, division, and project objectives and ensuring maximum operating results.
Position Details
Implements project management processes, policies, and procedures within the company policy.
Provides inputs on constructability, cost, scheduling and other key aspects during the development and execution phases of each project.
Reviews performance against operating plans and standards. Offers feedback to subordinates, identifies areas of concern, and approves operational changes, when necessary.
Assists in establishing short-term and long-range group goals, maintaining alignment with overall company objectives.
Ensures the duties, responsibilities, authority and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood. Builds and maintains a cohesive operational unit.
Troubleshoots project-specific issues and challenges. Coordinates and confers with staff to resolve key operating problems.
Maintains expert knowledge on construction management activities, best practices and developing issues within the industry.
Coordinates and collaborates with other departments to fulfill responsibilities and shares best practices with other operating groups and peers.
Maintains a positive financial posture for operational groups and monitor cost analysis activities on a routine basis.
Identifies staff training needs and recommends career development path.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent education, training and/or experience.
15 years of experience in mechanical construction operations, including 5 years of industrial and specialty construction experience
Advanced knowledge of company operations and philosophy
Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Outstanding leadership and communication skills
Ability to successfully establish, achieve and align company, division, and project goals
Benefits
As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:
401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
Disability income protection insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
Wellness benefits
About Southland Industries
As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued,
To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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