Graycor Industrial Constructors Inc. is currently looking for a Project Director/ Operations Manager in the process/refinery market for the Western US.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Lead and support the operational activities within the process/refinery, new generation and alternative fuel markets. Plan, coordinate and oversee the execution of multiple construction projects to ensure quality work done safely. Manage the Profit/Loss performance and schedule of projects. Identify, establish and maintain client relationships to foster new and continued work.

At Graycor's, You Will Have the Opportunity to:

• Model safety leadership and excellence; Ensure 100% participation in the project safety program and use of all tools.
• Champion commitment to the Company’s quality program and the implementation on project sites.
• Interface with the client as part of initial business development, followed as the project sponsor, representing the Company through continued in-person meetings and electronic correspondence to maintain client feedback and satisfaction.
• Assist in negotiating all project contracts; Establish a thorough understanding of the provisions and requirements of all contract documents; Assure project teams understand and administer contracts to the fullest.
• Manage the Profit/Loss performance of projects in accordance with established financial objectives/metrics weekly; report monthly on the progress and current profitability of multiple projects. 
• Maintain a thorough understanding of each project, particularly - Budget, Schedule, Risk Register, Change Management and subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Participate in resource planning, recruiting processes, and champion employee development programs; identify and evaluate potential staff to execute projects.
• Develop and coach project managers to recognize on-site activities that may impede safety, quality, progress or jeopardize compliance to project/contract/internal requirements. Assist with corrective action plans.
• Mentor project managers in proper conduct, communication and soft skills.
• Oversee and guide the preparation, quoting and negotiating of contract changes with client; review and approve related subcontractor and vendor invoices and change requests.
• Maintain open line of communication with the local union officials.
• Promote goodwill with clients, architects, engineers etc., to facilitate construction activities and future repeat business.
• Maintain market presence and visibility.
• Effectively communicate (verbal and written) expertise to peers and customers, and facilitates communications across the Company; coach and mentor others to develop these skills.
• Support strategic business planning and growth strategy in coordination with the senior leadership. 
• Provide general business development and marketing support, while ensuring client care and feedback to maintain high quality performance.
• Participate in bidding and pre-construction phase.
• Oversee project advance work packaging and turnover package compliance. Mentor as needed.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Need:

• Must be able to perform all responsibilities detailed above.
• Bachelor degree in Construction management, Construction Engineering or like field preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience as a project manager, senior project manager and/or construction manager in the industrial construction market of the process/refinery and new generation.
• Must have previous project experience in the western U.S. region.
• Must be familiar with lump sum, competitive bid environment
• Must be familiar with a “self-perform” environment; must have experience working in a unionized environment.
• Demonstrated core competency in onsite project management, competitive bidding and business development.
• Strong business and financial/P&L acumen, demonstrated leadership, and strategic planning skills.
• Brings existing client relationships with proven ability to develop future client relationships within the process/refinery and new generation markets.
• Significant travel required.
• Must be able and willing to assume fulltime management of a project, if circumstances warrant it.

 
Why Build with Graycor's Growing, Dynamic Team?
 
Building Your Future is How We Build Ours. At Graycor, we seek out those with the highest potential and provide an empowering environment with tools that allow you to take ownership in your career development.
 
Stability Means Staying Ahead of the Curve. Graycor is committed to continuous improvement and reinvesting in evolving technologies. To ensure stability, we have a diversified project portfolio in a broad range of niche markets nationwide. 
 
We Are Family. This is why we have an intense commitment to Safety. We want to make sure that every member of our Graycor family goes home each day to theirs.  Our family-owned company also sponsors wellness and charitable events, casual employee get-togethers, lunch and learns, and other fun social events.
 
Our Greatest Asset? Our Name. Reputation is grown over time. Our dedication to our people and building trust has enabled us to cultivate long-term relationships with our clients, our partners, and each other.

   
ABOUT THE GRAYCOR FAMILY OF COMPANIES
 
Established in 1921, the Graycor Companies provide General Contracting and Construction Management services to a wide variety of industrial and commercial construction markets across the US, Canada and Mexico.  As a top ranking industry leader, Graycor commits to safe working environments, demands excellence and rewards passion.