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Saint-Gobain Preconstruction Manager - Project Management in NORCROSS, Georgia
The Preconstruction Manager manages a full Project Management team overseeing project managers and their processes.- The ideal candidate is an experienced professional with a background in a high project volume role with strong managerial experience.
This position is responsible for planning, budgeting, overseeing, and documenting all aspects of projects in the portfolio.- Additional duties include overseeing resources critical to successful construction lifecycle implementation, execution, and fulfillment with a clear vision to digital construction technology connecting CertainTeed with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and distributors.
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The Preconstruction Manager role reports directly to the Director of Preconstruction, Metal & Felt and serves as a member of the Metal & Felt Preconstruction Services Leadership Team. The position has overall responsibility for directing a unified Customer Solutions strategy centrally and across assigned sites in the areas of project estimating, product design and project management.
Essential Functions of the Job:
Ensure projects, departmental milestones and goals are met while adhering to internal processes and pricing models
Establish and maintain relationships with customers across varying industries
Must understand major domestic construction life cycles as well as division subcontractors
Previous experience in a production or manufacturing role is heavily preferred
Manage time and cost of project portfolio based on budget for area of scope
Contribute to defining overall vision for staffing requirements/roles within the department
Participate in Business Development pursuits and presentations.
Ensure policies and procedures are followed by staff
Direct management of all project manager reports (10)
Manages project activities from purchase to completion, ensuring adherence to project timelines, payments and logistics
Validates project plans and scheduling to incorporate any changes by customers
Communicate and reinforce both in writing and verbally the goals of the organization by providing input on Key Performance Indicators
Informs project status, scheduling and key customer issues to site management on a regular basis
Demonstrates high level of leadership/interpersonal skills fostering good customer/Company relationships, service, and engagement
Monitor inventory levels against order volumes; make recommendations for re-order to prevent schedule delays
Responsible for driving excellence and performance within Customer Solutions through focus on standardized operating procedures and processes including the implementation/use of Company ERP system
Manages staff in the day-to-day performance of jobs including working with cross-functional teams to ensure product delivers on time and per customer parameters according to pricing models
Mentor, lead, and coach direct reports, Customer Solutions Team, through timely one-on-one feedback, regular performance reviews and IDPs
Work with team on achieving work objectives and improving performance and skills
Bachelor's Degree ---------- Engineering, Architectural or related ----- Required- - - - - -
Master’s Degree------------- Master of Business Administration---------- Preferred---------------
8+ years ------------- --------------- Project Mgmt / Pre-Construction Svcs- -- Required
5+ years---------- ----------- Management experience--------- ----------- Required
Proven track record in project management methodologies for the construction environment
Skilled at leading and directing a team of direct reports AND able to lead and influence across functions without direct reporting relationships. Creates an environment where the team cultivates their abilities, providing leadership and guidance, and inspiring them to advance business objectives
Ability to read and understand manufacturing drawings/architectural drawings/project specifications
Outstanding presentation and communication skills, with the ability to express ideas clearly and create compelling content to engage diverse audiences. Proficient in influencing and persuading, fostering excitement and inspiration
Excellent collaboration and partnership skills with internal stakeholders and external vendors, including relationship management and negotiation proficiency
Knowledge of the construction process, with a strong understanding of key stakeholders across various sectors
Previous experience in a production or manufacturing role is heavily preferred
Proficient in Microsoft applications, with an expert-level knowledge of Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word ---------------
Knowledge of commercial suspended metal, wood, and fiberglass ceiling systems
Knowledge of CSI divisions 6, 7, and 9 is preferred.
A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain and one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada.- www.certainteed.com .
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At Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.
Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “Making the World a Better Home."
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Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNAHRCompliance@saint-gobain.com .
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