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This role can be based in Columbus OH, Dallas TX, Atlanta GA.

RES Head of Construction NORAM

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Job Description

Responsible for overseeing Real Estate Solutions' construction projects for the Americas. This includes developing and executing a project strategy, budget, and schedule as well as supervising the activities of the general contractor and subcontractors. This role will manage a team of 4-5 construction managers.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for leading and managing the Construction department within the Americas Region.
2. Actively working with DHL and customer stakeholders in planning and implementing projects.
3. Responsible for preparing bid specifications, submitting bid packages to multiple general contractors, and evaluating bid responses in general contractor selection.
4. Assists Business Development and lead Developer in creating content for Real Estate Solutions customer proposals.
5. Establishes specification standards and guidelines for region and/or submarkets as necessary.
6. Ensures compliance with construction terms and conditions as well as meeting customer obligations.
7. Must communicate with customers, internal stakeholders, and government authorities throughout the project lifecycle and resolve any issues or disputes that may arise.
8. Evaluate and report project performance and outcomes for continuous improvement.
9. Responsible for all construction best practices and initiatives for the region (e.g. ESG).
10. Customer-facing with regard to communication on schedules and scope.
11. Manage effective working relationships with CRE and DSC teams.
12. Further develop relationships with preferred landowners, developers, partners, and external consultants.
13. Provide construction estimates and risk assessment for the BCA process.
14. Review and evaluate construction bids in accordance with DSC bid process requirements.
15. Cultivate and maintain relationships with DSC, contractors, authorities, and RES global construction community.
16. Leads a team of construction managers for the Americas. Responsible for oversight, evaluation, and direct reports.
17. Shares best practices and acts as an advisor to RES team on construction topics.

Required Education and Experience

1. Relevant Bachelor's Degree (or higher) e.g. in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related field, required.
2. Minimum of 10 years of construction management experience in the construction industry, preferably in a leadership or supervisory role.
3. Thorough knowledge of construction processes, methods, materials, and standards, required.
4. The ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and control large-scale projects, required.
5. Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, required.
6. Understanding of contract management, procurement, cost estimation, and risk management aspects of construction, required.
7. Membership in Professional Real Estate/Construction organizations, preferred.

Our Organization has a business casual environment and focuses on teamwork, associate development, training, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive wages, excellent affordable insurance benefits (including health, dental, vision, and life), 401K plan, paid vacation, and holidays.

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.