Director of construction Jobs in Houston, TX

Your Job

DEPCOM Power, a Koch Engineering Solutions company, is looking for a Director of Construction to join the Project Delivery team. This role can be based remotely within the U.S. with 50% travel to project sites and the DEPCOM office as needed. This role will oversee the successful execution of multiple large-scale solar energy projects from inception through completion. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in project and construction management, team leadership, and stakeholder communication. This role does not provide VISA sponsorship.

Our Team

At Koch Industries, our Principle Based Management philosophy is at the center of how we do business, and as an employee, you will begin your journey of understanding and applying the way we do business in your everyday work. DEPCOM Power's Project Delivery team ensures that the Project Operations team has the tools they need to be successful.

What You Will Do

• Project Site Leadership: Direct and manage the overall construction process of multiple utility-scale solar projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Provide guidance to construction managers with respect to subcontractor management, adherence to project schedule, and mitigation of critical path items.
  
  
• Team Management: Mentor, and develop a team of Construction Managers, Project Managers, Field Engineers, and site superintendents. Promote a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
  
  
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including clients, suppliers, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure project alignment and compliance with all requirements.
  
  
• Budget Management: Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
  
  
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and implement strategies to mitigate them. Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.
  
  
• Quality Assurance: Establish and enforce quality control procedures to ensure all projects meet or exceed industry standards and client expectations.
  
  
• Reporting: Provide regular project status updates to senior management and other stakeholders, highlighting progress, challenges, and solutions.
  
  
• Innovation and Improvement: Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices. Propose and implement innovative strategies to enhance project delivery and operational efficiency.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Project Management experience developing and leading teams
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with varying scopes and deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites including Word, Outlook and Excel
• Proficient with project management software
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budget development and cost control.
• Valid driver's license

What Will Put You Ahead

• Prior experience in utility scale solar or renewable energy projects
• Experience managing teams of subcontractors and owner relationships
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.
• PMP, CCM or equivalent certification

For this role, we anticipate paying $160,000- $185,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.