Area Manager

District Overview

Founded in 1916, Cherne is a heavy industrial and mechanical contractor specializing in oil, gas, chemical and power. Cherne, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, successfully delivers a full spectrum of self-performed, heavy industrial construction services across North America including mechanical, equipment, civil/structural, electrical, instrumentation and insulation. 

Location

Mt. Pleasant WI

Responsibilities

The Area Manager has overall accountability for projects throughout the US. As the Area Manager you will act as the representative of the organization, and play a vital leadership role through:
•    Providing 'championship' for the projects throughout the US. region.
•    Providing business expertise and guidance to the Project Manager(s).
•    Acting as the link between the project owners, the business community and key management decision making groups
•    Acting as an arbitrator and making decisions that may be beyond the authority of the Project Manager
•    Ensuring that the business need is valid, correctly prioritized and project is properly launched
•    Ensuring that the projects remains a viable business proposition
•    Ensuring changes to the projects are properly managed and risks are assessed
•    Establishing the project organization, roles and reporting structure
•    Ensuring the project is following all Safety Guidelines and policies
•    Approving key project deliverables
•    Initiating project reviews and audits and supporting the process of review with project team
•    Identify, assess, and inform the District of internal and external risks and issues that affect the business.
•    Use logic, data and experience to recognize conflicts and facilitate solutions.
•    Understand and prioritize the overall quality and safety of the project, the methods used to develop it and the end product.
•    Work closely with Get Work and Build Work teams and other internal departments ensuring maximum exposure of the Company’s capabilities, including an understanding of the offerings of other Kiewit business units and the presentation of those capabilities when appropriate.
•    Communicate effectively with all stakeholders including the client, vendors, and subcontractors.
•    Sponsor business development pursuits, key partnerships, strategy, and initiatives, including development and review of proposals and estimates.
•    Drive business growth through expanding service offerings within existing clients.
•    Champion communication with clients and promote client partner culture in collaboration with business development team.
•    Presents ideas in a persuasive and compelling way; gains support and buy-in without demanding it; influences others to the desired course of action.
•    Actively collaborate in development of business planning and market strategy 
•    Champion innovation and continuous improvement; drive efficiency and productivity and seek ways to improve customer satisfaction and employee engagement.
•    Identify, evaluate, and mitigate operating risks inherent in the business that could materially impact the company’s reputation and/or operating results.
•    Build strong relationship with other Operational Leaders of the District and foster effective teamwork between leadership and staff.
•    Develop our people and provide mentorship to future builders by sharing knowledge, experiences and knowing the company’s learning and developmental resources.

Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Business preferred.
•    15+ years of relevant experience in construction or engineering leadership. 
•    Experienced in contract negotiation for engineering, construction and EPC project work.
•    Able to rapidly develop strategies and tactical plans to position Kiewit in these markets.
•    The successful candidate will be innovative and have the ability to perceive business opportunities and work closely with company management in developing and executing strategies which capitalize on these opportunities.
•    Must possess a professional demeanor that builds trusting relationships.
•    Strong client negotiation skills.
•    Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence in taking initiative.
•    Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills.
•    Interact effectively both professionally and socially with people of all levels.
•    Aggressive about career advancement through results based performance.
•    Individual must conduct himself/herself in a manner which will reflect favorably upon the company, enhance its reputation and promote good will. The successful individual will have a reputation for integrity, maturity, and sound business judgment.
•    Up to 50% travel required.

Working Conditions

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