Project Director - Baggage Handling System

Company: J.A. Watts, Incorporated
Location: Miami
Posted on: October 2, 2024

Job Description:

Description:Job PurposeJ. A. Watts, Inc. (JWI) is a woman-owned professional services firm that believes in treating its clients and employees like family at every level of our company. Our family culture is what we're known for, and we work to stay true to who we are. That's how we manage our projects and how we recruit THE Best People in our industry. Our clients come from all walks of life, and so do we, which makes us stronger together.This role is responsible for leading, managing, and communicating all aspects of the assigned project(s), including but not limited to design, planning, implementation, cost efficiency, and client satisfaction. The Project Director is also responsible for the ultimate success of the project team members as well as staff utilization and project success. Starting off, this Project Director will remotely support current active baggage projects at the Dulles airport and transition to baggage projects at the South Florida Airports (MIA, FLL, PBI). Travel will be required between 25-75% of the month depending on the project and phase of the project. Travel is typically lighter in the design phase and heavier in construction. Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintain and build relationships of new and existing clients as the primary JWI contactOversee and manage the project team through the entire project processEstablish project objectives, goals, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specificationsEnsure effective and positive communication as the point of contact between the client and companyDefine the client's project scope, budget and schedule. Consult or negotiate as needed to finalize project specificationsReview and approve technical documents, designs plans, specifications, proposals and cost estimatesResponsible for ensuring project deliverables are on time, within budget, and at the required level of qualityManage approved budget and monitor actual expenses to ensure project remains within budgetAnalyze out of budget expenses and confirm they are offset in other areas of the project, unless justifiedCommunicate project details, including plans, progress, issues, and concerns to senior leadership team on a regular basisEvaluate team adherence to the JWI Playbook and ensure consistent application of project management processesEffectively communicate the business value to prospective clients and partners through presentations, meetings and proposalsBuild and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships to support and cultivate business opportunitiesAttend and participate with various industry and professional groups and networking associationsCommunicate with senior leadership team about future partnerships and projectsCoach, mentor, and develop team by providing oversight, training, direction, and performance feedback in accordance with organizational policies and proceduresContribute to a workplace culture that is consistent with the company's mission, vision, and core values in every internal and external interactionPerform other duties as required/directedRequirements:A bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering or equivalent work experienceProject Management certification (PMP) or Professional Engineer is a plus15+ years of experience in the construction industry with a majority of those years working on BHS or conveyance projects in aviation or similar fieldsBusiness Development and Senior Management experienceDemonstrated ability to develop and implement effective solutions addressing process efficiency, project costs, budget parameters and customer demands to achieve desired resultsAbility to balance multiple priorities, work under pressure and communicate effectively in a team environment and meet deadlinesEvidence of a high level of ethical behavior in exercising judgment and discretion in matters of significanceDemonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop a team, including the ability to negotiate and effectively resolve conflictAdvanced organizational and management skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills; a persuasive communicator with excellent interpersonal skillsCompany BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision insurance options for employee and familyHealth Savings and Flexible Spending Account options availableCompany-provided group life, short and long-term disability, and voluntary life optionsMatching 401(k) retirement planPaid time off and holidaysStudent debt repayment resources availableID Theft protectionProfessional development and tuition assistanceCompany-sponsored social eventsEqual Opportunity Employer Veterans/DisabledAn Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.PM18PIdfade686cebb-25660-34886125

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