Director of Construction

Director of Construction

Russell Square

Our Company:

Russell Square (RS) is a multi-state developer and licensed general contractor with employees currently based in five states in the western half of the United States. We specialize in multifamily development and are responsible for the entitlement, permitting, and construction pipeline of 1200+ apartments to begin construction over the coming 3-12 months in various states. With more units being added constantly.

RS is a vertically integrated developer/GC. Responsibilities include the coordination and management of all aspects of the development process including close work with architects, engineers, consultants, city officials, subcontractors, and private equity partners. Once all necessary entitlements and permits have been issued, RS’ general contractor division is responsible for the successful construction of the development project.

Summary of Position:

Provides leadership to all construction personnel including Project Managers, on-site field associates and subcontractors. The Director of Construction is responsible for the successful construction of all RS project. Typical responsibilities include the oversight of the budget, scheduling, communication with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) officials, quality assurance, and safety on the job site as well as ensuring the project is constructed in accordance with the Project Manual (plans, specifications, and relevant building codes).

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Work with Development Department, during the pre-development stage, to design the site plan in accordance with all local building codes and allowable densities

Review, with Director of Development, all physical due diligence documents generated by consultants, including, but not limited to, ALTA, geotechnical, environmental, wetlands, traffic studies, etc.

Upon review of physical due diligence documents, provide recommendations and guidance for forward progress based on conclusions in all reports to project stakeholders

Liaison between private equity partner and construction team to carry out and execute the vision for each individual project and ensure project is delivered on-time and on-budget.

Provides oversight for value engineering for all pre-development projects

Complete and finalize construction documents, schedules, and budgets

Assists support staff with providing qualified trades for the bidding process

Coordinates plans, specs, and bids to finalize subcontractor scopes

Responsible for all aspects of multiple projects from start to finish

Leads project meetings during construction and pre-design value engineering meetings

Reviews and responsible for accuracy of entire subcontractors’ and suppliers’ pay requests; oversee the approval process

Oversees the preparation of weekly & monthly reports on project progress

Analyzes job costs and manages the project to the closing budget

Provides oversight with regards to documenting and compiling subcontracts and purchase orders

Performs performance evaluations semiannually for construction associates

Ensures associates and subcontractors are following company safety standards

Oversee and help execute successful completion (achievement of Certificate of Occupancy and/or Temporary Certificate of Occupancy) and close-out each project

Assists Safety Director by providing necessary reports and representing the Company on State or local JHA safety inspections.

Effectively provide guidance and support with the goal to create a highly motivated and effective construction team at the jobsite

Oversees construction or repair work associated with the asset management portfolio as necessary, including visiting sites, assessing facilities and working on specific projects that arise related to client owned buildings

Constantly monitor Dropbox to ensure all applicable documentation is being uploaded by support staff

Education and Experience Requirements:

Minimum of 10 years supervisory experience is required

Minimum of 15 years of experience in construction with at least 5 years in multifamily construction is required

Extensive ground-up multifamily construction experience is required with an emphasis on Type V construction.

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma is required

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering or related field is preferred

Knowledge of Construction management theory and practice

Must have thorough knowledge of multifamily trades, ability to analyze construction documents, and ability to read blueprints

Knowledge of Construction building codes and building methods

Knowledge of PC and of Construction and business software, including ProCore, MS Project (or similar industry standard scheduling software),and BluBeam

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

Must have the ability to operate an automobile. Must have a valid state approved driver’s license.

·Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to take initiative, use good judgment, demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and follow-up, and carry multiple projects through to completion

Proficient with construction related tools such as tape measure, construction level, calculator, etc.

Some of our projects or locations might require specialized job knowledge or experience – ability to research and comprehend nuanced building codes for specific locales (example: CEQA in California)

Must be able to travel for projects (and potential projects) located in Denver, Seattle, Portland, NorCal, SoCal, and Salt Lake City and any other added city the private equity partner identifies as a potential development location

Physical Requirements:

This is a position which requires the Director of Construction to frequently walk, stand, and climb stairs in/around construction sites, apartment homes, and properties. Must maintain professional appearance and be able to work in a construction environment in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, hail, wind, sleet), around hazardous chemicals, dust, dirt, and other particulates. Must also have the ability to operate an automobile, read large quantities of information, operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and carry up to 60 lbs. independently. Finger dexterity is necessary.

Additional Requirements:

Arrive to work on time

Ability to work evenings and/or weekends

Follow directions from a supervisor

Interact will with co-workers

Understand and follow posted work rules and procedures

Accept constructive criticism

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.