Director of Construction

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada Aura Office Environments Full time

Director of Construction

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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA.

FULL-TIME. JANUARY 23, 2024

Description

Aura is a leading design-build firm in Vancouver, BC. Aura is known for transforming workspace “auras” into environments where people love to work. This is one of the 2 ways that we bring our purpose to life. Aura’s fundamental purpose is to positively impact people. As well as transforming spaces to enable incredible performance we also wholeheartedly embrace the ‘give where we live’ motto and regularly pursue opportunities for volunteering and charitable giving.
- Our company culture is everything We have monthly team days and staff meetings to keep our team unified in this crazy hybrid work world we find ourselves in We love to work hard and have fun in return
- Due to the company’s growth, we are hiring a Director of Construction. This pivotal role is instrumental in driving the success of our construction projects within the Commercial Design/Build environment. As a key leader, you will play a crucial part in leading our team towards achieving excellence in construction execution. This is a fast-paced, highly collaborative team with a focus on ensuring client satisfaction while living Aura’s values of Care, Humility, Creativity, Passion and Fun

**Values-Driven Culture**
- At Aura Office Environments our values are the driving force behind everything we do:

- Passion - You are passionate about the client’s needs and positively impacting communities
- Care - You put extra attention and detail into your work - and others notice
- Humility - You are not afraid to say you don’t know, acknowledge a mistake and ask for help
- Creativity - You have a strong creative vision, and you help bring it out in others too - Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy
- Fun - You enjoy a good giggle with your teammates and don’t take yourself too seriously

About You

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Expert mentorship and leadership skills with the ability to create a cohesive team and facilitate alignment within and across departments;
- Expert project management skills with an understanding of the triple constraint of cost, scope and schedule;
- Excellent understanding of estimating, budgeting and forecasting;
- Solid knowledge of building code, health and safety standards and regulatory requirements;
- Strong familiarity with construction law, contract management, procurement procedures and local practices;
- Organized, deadline driven, and detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize and manage tasks independently to drive results around tight schedules;
- Strong oral and written communication skills with a focus on customer service;
- Ability to quantitively and qualitatively analyse and design solutions to operational problems;
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, and cloud-based software; and
- Intermediate knowledge of construction software such as SiteMax, Smartsheet, etc.;
- Experience
- 8+ years’ experience in a management role in the construction industry;
- Experience in the interior office construction industry required;
- Experience working in the design/build environment;
- Experience leading multiple projects of varying size and scope; and
- Experience building and adapting systems, processes, procedures and teams.
- Credentials
- Post-secondary degree preferred, ideally in a relevant field (business, project management, construction) ; and
- PMP or PM certification is an asset.
- About the Role
- As the Director of Construction at Aura, you will lead the planning and delivery of all construction work, ensuring efficient execution to achieve construction revenue aligned with financial forecasting that enables profitable operations for the Company. Your role involves overseeing project management, coordination, safety, and quality management in collaboration with the Preconstruction and Design teams. Through your expert leadership, mentorship and guidance, you will enhance client experience, boost employee productivity, and create exceptional value for the company.

Details below:

- Participate in strategic planning sessions and implement execution plans;
- Stay updated on office construction industry trends, pricing, and developments;
- Identify, evaluate, and share knowledge, insights, best practices, and ideas company-wide;
- Collaborate with the Director of Preconstruction on Project Risk Management, Project Scheduling, and construction cost;
- Lead the delivery of construction projects, ensuring commercial terms meet Aura’s standards and local regulatory requirements;
- Manage day-to-day construction operations, including project assignment to construction staff;
- Manage monthly project financial reporting to ensure accuracy and profitability;
- Participate in project handoff and kick-offs, to ensure that schedules, budgets, mutual goals, guidelines, and communication rhythms are set and communicated appropriately;
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