Program Director

Kitchell seeks an experienced and dedicated Program Director to join our Southern California region based out of San Diego and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Overview

Provide Program leadership over a PM/CM Services team executing construction projects in the K-14 Education Market Sector.

Responsibilities

Directs, leads, and is accountable for all phases of projects within the program

Ensures program operations are executed in accordance with company project management procedures and policies

Plans, directs and is accountable for the achievement of program revenue and profit objectives and effective management of overhead costs

Maintains and ensures client satisfaction and effectively resolves complaints when necessary to secure repeat business

Participates in preparation and negotiation of owner contracts and ensures delivery and adherence to contractual requirements and that all aspects of owner contracts are accomplished

Oversees preparation and maintenance of program budget, construction schedule and master program schedule

Oversees preconstruction and construction progress and team performance to ensure conformance with schedule, budget, and contractual requirements

Implements and maintains effective systems of communication within and outside the program to ensure constructive relationships and the adequate flow of information

Responsible for executive level reporting to client, leadership, Board of Trustees or other stakeholders as required

Ensures preparation and distribution of construction observation reports, progress status reports, schedules, pay applications and cost control reports

Ensures implementation and maintenance of effective document control mechanisms for the program, including as-builds, submittals, and requests for information

Maintains high quality standards, understands key process issues, and ensures implementation of process improvements for all work on the project

Identifies and manages risk on the program, and advises and confers with regional executive prior to implementing risk mitigation actions

Assists with strategy development and substantially contributes to business development efforts for assigned projects including the preparation of proposals and presentations for new work

Actively participates in the business community and builds relationships within the industry to generate and enhance business opportunities

Ensures workplace health and safety policies and procedures are clearly communicated and understood by program employees and enforces rules fairly and uniformly

Proactively manages the training and professional development of program employees

Facilitates and ensures the continuous and effective execution of the performance management process for program employees

Manages the staffing and compensation of program employees in accordance with company policies and procedures

Provide leadership and financial management support to the project team is required

Performs other duties as required to ensure program success