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Kraus-Anderson Director, Self-Perform Construction in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Kraus-Anderson offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact with an industry leader!
Core Purpose: Building enduring relationships and strong communities
Core Values:
Integrity – Do the right thing…always be respectful, honest and fair
Commitment – Take ownership, work hard, and keep promises
Teamwork – Collaborate to foster trust and success for all
Value People – Support each other in a safe, positive environment where people are recognized and appreciated for their contributions
Our Company
For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape.
Founded in 1897 and privately owned and managed by the Engelsma family for more than 70 years, KA is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the top 50 general contractors in the United States. Our base of operations in Minnesota is supplemented with regional offices, extending our capabilities coast to coast.
We take a highly collaborative approach to our work. We work closely with owners, architects and the entire planning team well before ground is broken; providing cost analyses, scheduling information, and value engineering services to ensure that our client can make informed decisions leading to a timely finish of the highest quality and the best value.
Summary
This position is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the activities associated with managing Kraus-Anderson’s (KA) self-perform team. The position will work closely with the company’s operations team to identify and recommend opportunities to self-perform.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborates with senior leadership to assist in developing the strategy for KA’s self-perform line of business.
Leads the execution and implementation of KA’s self-perform business strategy.
Communicates effectively with senior leadership regarding initiatives and progress related to self-perform.
Assists in and makes recommendations regarding the selection, hiring and training of self-perform administrative members.
Manages the day-to-day administrative activities of the Self-Perform team, in collaboration with the field operations team, including assignments and workflow.
Reviews opportunities for self-perform team and makes recommendations as to which projects to pursue.
Leads the review of project plans, specifications and schedules, and preparation of estimates for self-perform scope.
Trains and mentors administrative staff in all aspects of the self-perform work and collaborates with the field operations team.
Ensures bids are completed on time.
Leads the collaboration with internal KA stakeholders, to develop -specific quality plans and best practices, estimating templates, and project budgets, respectively.
Reviews monthly cost projections for all projects and presents to senior leaders.
Identifies, collaborates, and coordinates with field operations’ labor requirements for projects.
Develops relationships with KA Yard operations, local suppliers and vendors to secure best pricing.
Develops material procurement and delivery strategies to ensure materials are sourced, fabricated and delivered in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Develops schedules and establishes work plan for self-perform work in cooperation with project teams.
Leads the preparation of project-specific work plans and communicates to project teams.
Ensures pre-installation meetings and kick off meetings are being set up and held on site prior to self perform work beginning.
Works with Safety Department to develop task-specific safety protocols for self-perform.
Confers with project staff to outline work plans and assign duties and responsibilities.
Coordinates activities with project staff and field crews to ensure project progress within prescribed budget and schedule and provides technical advice when necessary.
Ensures monthly billings are prepared accurately and on time.
Makes sure daily reports, work orders, time entry, production tracking and all other necessary administrative work is completed accurately and on time.
Updates schedules on a monthly basis.
Assists the Safety Department in an effort to enforce the corporate safety and health policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Minimum of 10 years related work experience or equivalent work and education
Ability to develop, maintain and strengthen partnerships with others inside and outside the organization who can provide information, assistance and support
Ability to lead and work with others cooperatively; recognize and reward people for their achievements; and provide honest and constructive feedback to direct reports and cross-functional partners; identifies and promptly addresses performance and morale issues
Proficient in related software programs such as Excel, Word, Access, Adobe products, Microsoft project
Ability and willingness to quickly learn new software
Experience working with WinEst estimating software
Proficient with building construction sequencing and building systems interface
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
Forward thinking and cutting edge industry awareness.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency and meet challenging work goals
Ability to delegate responsibility and authority as appropriate
Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Ability to possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others
Ability to read and understand project drawings and specifications
Meets challenges with resourcefulness and develops suggestions for continuous improvement
Ability to lead and work with others cooperatively; recognize and reward people for their achievements and provide honest and constructive feedback to direct reports and cross-functional partners; identifies and promptly addresses performance and morale issues
Strong working knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials and processes used in commercial self-perform construction.
Ability to accept and deliver feedback in a positive and constructive manner to help develop teams’ skills and encourage growth
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Experience leading a team
Other:
Valid Driver's License, ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record, and ability to adhere to the KA Motor Vehicle Policy.
Travel up to 50% of time.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential functions include items such as ability to:
Clearly communicate information (both written and verbal) to colleagues and key stakeholders
Stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+ Use a computer/laptop/iPad in open office environment with natural and/or florescent lighting
Navigate between office building floors, and on occasion, attend off-site meetings
Lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
Why KA?
We offer a challenging, rewarding, and supportive environment where employees are positioned to make a positive impact on our business, our communities, and their own future.
We believe in building leaders. KA offers a wide range of enrichment and professional growth opportunities through KA University and community service opportunities through our KA Has Heart Volunteer Program.
KA offers full time employees (30+ hours) a significant Total Rewards package including:
Medical insurance Plan Options
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
Wellness Program
Fitness Center (Minneapolis)
KA University Training and Development
Fitness Center, KA corporate headquarters, Minneapolis
401(k) Plan
Company sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability
Company sponsored Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Time Off including vacation, sick and holiday pay
Workplace Flexibility
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Military Leave for Active Reserve Duty
Part time/Transition Options
Free Parking
Along with our employer sponsored plans, we also offer an array of Voluntary Benefits and other perks.
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