Project Director

The Fordy Group is seeking a Project Director - Data Centers to be the head of all project activities, holding overall accountability for the successful, congruent delivery of the program, with the primary objective of ensuring the integration of all construction project partners, systems, business structures and practices, harnessing the talents and insights of all participants to optimize project results, increase value for the owner, reduce waste, and maximize efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Monitors overall performance of project / account / client cradle to grave, in harmony with Operations Manager and or Market Leader


• Takes action to prevent erosion, forecast slippage, risks and project financial performance within Project (s) / Account (s)


• Develops, documents, and executes business strategy for Project (s) / Account (s)


• Leverages Shared Services and implement One Company systems, programs, and processes per the Baseline


• Is an entrepreneur (business savvy), has / creates deep relationships and experiences to be “the face of the market” including the understanding of the local dynamics (business environment, politics, etc.)


• Acts as a rain maker and is responsible for identifying and securing new clients and driving client satisfaction


• Leads and actively participates in pre/post award activities including go/no go, kickoff meetings, management reviews, fee-pro review, contract review, estimate/GMP review, contract negotiations


• Monitors safety results on all projects and, in collaboration with Safety Director, implement corrective actions when needed


• Drives and leads Employee Engagement and Retention for Project (s) / Account (s)


• Responsible for the career development and coaching of employees through a team of managers


• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members


• Drives the long-term strategic vision for the organization, serving as a bridge between Executive leadership and operational teams and ensuring alignment of departmental goals with the overarching vision


• Provides strategic insights and recommendations to executive leadership for informed decision-making

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering or Construction Management


• LEED Accredited highly preferred


• Data Center expereince is highly preferred, but not required


• 25+ years’ building construction experience


• Previously sat at the top of an Integrated Project Delivery scheme


• Experience of working as Construction Manager at Risk & Design Build


• Experience of commercial construction and R&D projects