Here at Batson-Cook, the first thing we build is the relationship. We specialize in general construction in all the top commercial markets including healthcare, commercial, wood frame and more. We’re looking for talented individuals to help us foster relationships with our clients while building projects that stand tall for generations. With competitive salaries and a robust benefits package, there is no better time to join us.
We are currently seeking a Senior Vice-President/General Manager or Business Unit Leader in Dallas, TX. to join our family.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Provides advice and direction to division personnel toward their professional development
- Creates and monitors divisional budget, prepares reports for President/CEO and COO
- Assists in the development and securing of new business; partners with other General Managers
- Reviews cost analysis of each project on a monthly basis and determines and implements corrective action if necessary
- Builds customer relationships and an industry network
- Supports diversity by monitoring progress toward EEO goals
- Establishes and implements short-term and long-range goals with overall corporate strategy
- Leads the hiring process for the assigned office
- Develops and maintains a strong industry network; participates actively in industry and civic organizations to promote corporate citizenship
- Evaluates the performance of the division staff
- Ensures company policies and division procedures are understood and implemented consistently
- Assists in project pursuit process (direction to Business Development, evaluate potential project for profitability, contract terms, conditions, staffing, risks, competition)
- Reviews major and complex projects to be bid or negotiated; works closely with preconstruction teams, the President/CEO and COO
- Prepares, monitors, and approves various reports on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
- Resolve operating problems and difficulties
- Champions safety on all projects and ensures adherence to all company safety policies
- Plans, staffs, and supervises all assigned division activities through appropriate delegation to division personnel
- Must be willing to travel if required
- On a yearly basis, develop the business plan for the coming year and review with the CEO, COO and CFO.
- Works with Human Resources on all personnel-related actions
- Communicate with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing (e.g. customers, suppliers, employees). Maintain relationships to ensure needs are met and problems/conflicts are resolved.
- Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, mission and values
- Must be knowledgeable about and follow the company's safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain regular, consistent and punctual attendance in accordance with the position’s schedule and operational needs.
- Maintain professional, respectful, and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and others to support effective teamwork and business operations.
- Must be willing to travel, if required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration or related field from four-year College or University and 15-20 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
