Director of Construction

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Willdan

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Energy • Engineering • Fintech

Willdan is a company dedicated to transitioning communities to clean energy and a sustainable future. With over 60 years of experience, they provide innovative solutions and engineering services focused on energy efficiency, sustainability, and program administration. Their expertise spans various sectors, including utilities, government, healthcare, and education, offering customized solutions for energy planning, design, financial consulting, and advanced software applications.

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1964

⚡ Energy

💳 Fintech

💰 Grant on 2017-12

📋 Description

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all regional construction activities. • Build, mentor, and develop high-performing construction teams while promoting an inclusive, collaborative, and safety-driven culture. • Work with Human Resources to recruit, onboard, and retain qualified construction personnel aligned with Design-Build best practices. • Ensure professional growth opportunities for staff through training, mentorship, and exposure to innovative construction technologies and methods. • Lead and coordinate construction activities through all phases from early engineering input to project close-out, ensuring alignment with AIA guidelines for construction administration. • Collaborate closely with the preconstruction team to validate design assumptions, confirm accurate cost estimates, and establish constructible and efficient project schedules. • Ensure seamless transitions from design development through procurement and field mobilization, minimizing rework and delays. • Guide subcontractor selection, contract negotiation, and oversight to ensure the best value and performance in alignment with NAESCO project requirements for energy savings and verification. • Establish and ensure consistent use of Project Management software to track schedules, budgets, progress, and documentation across all projects. • Direct standard invoicing, approval, and cost control processes to ensure transparency, compliance, and fiscal responsibility. • Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and project financial reporting; manage expenses to maintain profitability and mitigate risk. • Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring strict adherence to OSHA requirements, company policies, and jobsite safety protocols. • Implement and enforce quality control and assurance programs that align with AIA standards and Design-Build performance expectations. • Develop and implement plans to secure all necessary permits, working collaboratively with contractors, design teams, and local/state agencies. • Maintain strong, professional relationships with local utilities, vendors, contractors, and government authorities to streamline approvals and resolve issues. • Represent the company with professionalism in all client and community interactions, ensuring that stakeholder interests are respected and addressed. • Identify engineering and construction opportunities for improvement, championing innovative approaches such as prefabrication, modular construction, Lean methods, and advanced project controls. • Maintain open communication with clients to ensure satisfaction with project progress, quality, and outcomes.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture (advanced degree preferred). • Minimum 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Design-Build or performance contracting. • In-depth knowledge of AIA construction administration standards, NAESCO energy performance contracting principles, and OSHA safety compliance. • Proven ability to deliver large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality. • Demonstrated success in building collaborative, high-performing, and inclusive teams.