Director of Construction & Development

Job Scope

The Director of Construction & Development is responsible for Shea Colorado Development coordination of design and construction activities for small to midsize multifamily & commercial construction and development projects, tenant construction in large commercial environments and additional special project development assignments. They will be responsible for project management, from entitlement and city processing, pre-construction through project closeout.  This may include project entitlement, assembling of project team, scheduling, consultant management and construction management.  Additional responsibilities include contract administration, monitoring and maintaining budgets, managing the budget forecasts, and assisting in the preparation of monthly status reports. The pay range for this position is $140,000 – $180,000 and the Director of Construction & Development is also eligible to participate in the discretionary annual bonus plan. JF Shea offers a competitive benefit package including PTO, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401k, disability and life insurance.

The Director of Construction & Development, as with all members of the Shea Properties Team, is expected to conduct himself/herself in a professional manner which is consistent with Shea Core Values and the Business Ethics, Employee Conduct and Confidentiality policy.

Job Duties

·       Assist in the pre-construction, construction, and closeout phase of assigned projects.

·       Manage, schedule and coordinate development consultants through the project life cycle (schematic studies, due diligence, design development, entitlements, construction drawings, bidding documents, contract administration, etc.).

·       Assist in government entitling process from early discussions to project approval.

·       Coordinate land development estimates for site improvements and off-site costs.

·       Work with external organizations, including governmental authorities, in submission, modification and pick up of required permits for projects.

·       Assist in the management of site plan alternatives, preliminary design studies, tenant construction criteria review, architect and engineer coordination, and sign program development and implementation.

·       Manage contracting process and contract administration with consultants and general contractors.

·       Own contract change-order management, including generation of billing with associated back up, review of pay applications and invoices.

·       Provide timely budgets for internal approvals and project account purposes.

·       Successfully create and maintain electronic and paper-based file systems to ensure appropriate information is retrievable for the project team and other internal customers.

·       Work with end-user clients to determine and deliver customized programming and design

·       Perform punch-lists when needed, which may include walking projects to review and institute quality standards, utilizing electronic tools such as PlanGrid, Bluebeam etc.

·       Manage warranty responses and follow up.

·       Obtain and manage insurance certificates from various vendors to maintain coverage at all times.

·       Provide Marketing/Leasing support for VP’s as requested in obtaining files, graphics, information, estimates, etc. from internal and external sources.

·       Performs related duties as required.

Technical/Professional Knowledge (Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience)

·       BS in Engineering or Construction Management strongly preferred.

·       10 years of Project Management experience

·       10 years’ experience working with city officials, consultants, and contractors.

·       Understanding of project estimating, scheduling and field management.

·       Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

·       Strong leadership and overall management skills.

·       Ability to coordinate projects through planning, entitlement, organizing, and coordinating tasks

·       Knowledge of public records, including deeds, plats, easements and right-of-ways

·       Knowledge in SIA and SIPA documents for entitlement process approvals

·       Coordinate overall master schedule for project delivery

·       Understanding of the development processes for land development construction and the importance of storm water quality requirements.

Desired Competencies

Work Environment

The Director of Construction & Development is based in an office location but will also spend time at construction sites. Regular travel to work sites and property locations is required. Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, but hours may vary based on the needs of the position and the department. Some travel to the development sites and other locations will be required. 

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk, hear, and use a telephone and personal computer.  May be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Must be able to drive during the course of work and travel to multiple jobsites and consultant offices on a regular basis.

Shea Properties is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.

EOE/M/F/D/V

Salary : $140,000 - $180,000