The Director of Concrete will provide executive level leadership responsible for growing a sustainable market for structural, shotcrete, and site concrete work for both Andersen Construction and external clients.
Key Areas of Focus:
Collaborate with Executive and Regional Leadership to develop long term and annual business planning for concrete planning at regional levels.
Develop and implement strategies for obtaining new project opportunities. Identify potential clients and project leads in targeted segments, research background data, prioritize pursuits with Project Executives and Business Development Leads, and coordinate with Marketing and Preconstruction Groups.
Understanding that every region has its unique challenges; work collectively with regional leadership to develop high performing teams that are in line with our core values.
Standardize processes, procedures and communicate best practices with regional leadership. Provide oversight and accountability to regional leaders during preconstruction process for concrete projects from planning and estimating perspective.
Provide oversight, support and accountability to regional teams on projects underway. Standardize reporting processes across all regions.
Support the Regional Operations Managers, General Superintendents, and Concrete Division Managers in the recruitment, hiring, and mentoring of field and office staff responsible for self-perform operations. Holds a leading responsibility for the financial prosperity of the company.
Actively pursue Business Development opportunities for subcontracted concrete work outside of Andersen Construction Self Perform work, and that is in line with our annual Business Plan.
Recognizing that the organizational and behavioral structure is different for self-perform work and subcontracted work; develop and communicate processes and expectations on how Andersen Construction executes work in both scenarios.
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Job Classification and Hours:
Salary / Exempt Employee
Location:
Preferably Portland (consideration for Eugene, Seattle, or Boise)
Ability to regularly travel between jobsites, client and design offices and other occasional business- related travel
Qualifications:
4-year college degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
7+ years construction field experience with emphasis on self-performed work
Survey/Layout and BIM Experience (preferred)
Ability to use the following software and platforms: Microsoft Office Suite, Timberline Estimating Software, On-Screen Takeoff, Procore, CMIC
Professional Qualities:
Strong executive management, coordination, and organization skills.
Ability to integrate and uphold Andersen's Core Values in all interactions.
Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.
Ability to interact with Company Executives and other internal customers - ability to perform as a leader and a team player.
Ability to hire, develop and lead high-performance teams.
Excellent decision-making skills.
An understanding of the business and ability to apply sound judgment efficiently based on synthesis of past experiences.
A good balance of technical and managerial skills.
Demonstrate value of concrete work and what it means to the success of the project and the organization. Foster a strong bond between the entire project team to ensure unity of our approach and success of the self-perform work.
Keeps current with industry leading practices, form systems, tools, and materials.
Develop and maintain relationships with major vendors and suppliers.
Develop and maintain relationships with external clients and plays an integral part of the team in pursuits of new opportunities.
Support regional leaders in the recruitment, hiring, mentoring and retention of employees in a manner to adequately staff concrete projects.
Mentor regional leadership through job start-up and ongoing operations.
Mentor concrete staff on labor and production tracking, budget analysis and forecasting.
Coordinate with the Regional General Superintendent to maintain the highest performing field crews.
Preconstruction:
Support and standardize regional leaders in estimating process for concrete work with accurate takeoff and current productivity rates.
Manage and review and apply all current productivity rates from regions.
Evaluate all new concrete self-perform and subcontract opportunities; evaluate risk on a go/no go basis.
Identify and develop others in concrete estimating proficiency.
Evaluate and advise on selection of forming systems and processes to the regional leadership.
Collaborate with regional leadership on required concrete schedule, durations and sequencing.
Collaborate with regional leadership site logistics planning, scheduling, safety planning, formwork planning.
Work with all regions to standardize detailing and layout processes with a focus on continual innovation and improvement.
Construction:
Review and provide input on regional concrete financial and risk metrics. Attend project specific project reviews.
Leads effort in drafting PAs, Subcontracts and Rental/Service Agreements for self-perform subcontractors.
Set quality control expectations and standardized processes. Hold regional team accountable to identified standards.
Participate in monthly labor production tracking meetings for all projects.
Support project team as needed.
Compensation:
Employee (and their family) can enroll in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
Employee may receive an annual employer discretionary bonus.
Employee will have access to a personal 401(k) plan (no employer match); and Discretionary Employer Contribution Plan.
Employee will have access to company Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Employee will start with 130 hours of PTO not including 7 recognized holidays.
Salary - negotiable based on experience
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status. Applications from women, minority and under-represented group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Work Authorization:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Substance Abuse Screening:
Andersen Construction complies with the Construction Industry Drug-Free Workplace. Substance abuse screening includes pre-employment, random, post-accident, and for-cause testing. Our offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of these drug screenings.
Background Check & Driving Record:
Andersen Construction conducts a background check and driving record review of all new employees. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and driving record investigation.
Benefits:
Collaborative office environment
Flexible work schedule
Coffee/Espresso, cold brew and snacks available at main office
Industry organization memberships and events
Year End Bonus Program
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401k Self-Driven Program w/ Access to Financial Advisor
7 Paid Holidays + Generous & Flexible PTO Program
75% Paid by Owner PPO Medical/Dental/Vision Plan (includes Naturopathic & Chiropractic Care!)
Cancer Guard Screening Program
Wellness Incentive Program - Active participation earns you reductions in healthcare premiums
Employee Assistance Program
Telemedicine Option
Employee Referral Incentive Program
Education Assistance for Continued Education
Wellness Seminars & Brown Bags
Discounted Income Protection Plans: Gradifi - Student Loan Refinance Plans, Estate Planning, Refinance and Purchase Programs for Home Buyers. Medicare Assistance Program
Incent Fit - Participation in fitness activities can earn you $35/mo.
Supplemental Insurance Options
Corporate Discount Programs from Local Retail & Clothing Vendors
ASPCA Pet Insurance Discount
Company Store
Andersen Foundation - Be an active part of volunteer activities from soup kitchens, building support, camps, golf & cornhole tournaments.
Fun, Festive and sometimes competitive - team building events throughout the year!