Low Voltage Building Technology Operations Director - Mission Critical

JE Dunn Construction
United States, Texas, Dallas
14951 Dallas Parkway (Show on map)
Jan 08, 2025
Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success. By hiringinspired people, giving theminteresting and challenging work, enabling them withinnovative tools, and letting themshare in the company's rewards, we've found asustainable way to growin our industry for the last 100+ years. Aptitude, JE Dunn's strategic partner for technology integration services, was born out of the growing need to meet the increasingly complex demands of modern building projects. Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places every day, andwe need inspired people like youto join us in our pursuit of building perfection. This role will require extensive travel to projects across the US. Applicants must be willing to travel up to 100%. Role Summary The Aptitude Operations Director will provide overall direction and leadership on the development and implementation of the assigned work program across all phases of the project lifecycle. This position will be responsible for implementing a national strategy and developing local strategies, operational excellence, finances, team leadership and relationships, business development and relationship management with all stakeholders, driving the contracting and business development, and comprehensive risk management to meet or exceed all contractual and financial targets. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision, and values of JE Dunn. Autonomy & Decision Making: Makes decisions within defined limits of authority and consults supervisor on other decisions. Career Path: National Aptitude Director Key Role Responsibilities - Core APTITUDE LEADERSHIP FAMILY - CORE Provides leadership in all aspects of the company's safety culture and creates awareness by demonstrating a commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others. Provides strategic direction to team members in light of broader Aptitude strategic plans across all areas of the project including resource management, financial management, client development, and growth. Provides oversight on the activities to establish the Aptitude offering as a differentiator that supports JE Dunn as an industry leader to local civic organizations and municipalities. Leads the technology consulting process between JE Dunn and client or owner's consultants and contractors to grow the Aptitude contribution to the organization. Serves as the highest escalation point for all projects, financial, business development, contractual and client relationship risk for the Aptitude program. Oversees periodic project risk assessments and communicates various risks to Aptitude leadership. Provides oversight to ensure appropriate solutions are implemented for identified risks. Conducts project risk assessments and escalates various risks to leadership to provide visibility, mitigate risk and create appropriate solutions. Oversees resource management plans to ensure proper staffing levels and results are on target relative to contractual commitments, schedules, staffing levels and constraints. Partners with the Business Unit Leaders and Project Executives to develop business plans and operational decisions. Oversees those plans to ensure short and long term performance goals are met or exceeded. Provides oversight to the comprehensive organization communication on Aptitude integration as part of regional strategies. Measures Aptitude metrics and provides timely analytics using internal tools. Leads, supports and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion within JE Dunn. Understands JE Dunn's policy of non-discrimination and ensures positive, proactive implementation throughout the organization. Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core N/A Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner Communication skills, verbal and written - Advanced Ability to conduct effective presentations - Advanced Proficiency in MS Office - Intermediate Thorough knowledge of project processes and how each supports the successful completion of a project Thorouh knowledge of Information Technology/Security/Life Safety/Energy/Building Automation related systems - Advanced Proficiency in project management and accounting software such as CMiC - Intermediate Proficiency in required construction technology - Advanced Ability to apply Lean process and philosophy - Intermediate Ability to manage budgets, maximize profitability, and generate future work - Advanced Ability to complete estimating and productivity analysis Demonstrated track record of successful completion of projects from start to finish - Advanced Thorough knowledge of MBE (Minority Business Enterprise), WBE (Women Owned Business Enterprise), and SBA (Small Business Administration) regulations Thorough knowledge and application of corporate risk management policies Ability to quickly and effectively solve complex problems Ability to develop and communicate a leadership vision to the work program Ability to influence and persuade others and obtain trust and buy-in to achieve results Ability to accomplish results primarily by delegating and working through others Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally Education Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered. Experience 10+ years construction management experience 5+ years people management experience Demonstrated success in simultaneously leading multiple large or complex projects and/or multiple teams. Working Environment Valid and unrestricted drivers license required Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds May require periods of overnight travel Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold) Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen Occasional activity:Bending, Climbing, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling Benefits Information The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details. Click here for benefits details. JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace. JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request toaccommodations@jedunn.com JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.