The Collier Companies is seeking a VP of Construction!

This role will report out of The Collier Companies Florida Home Office in Gainesville, which offers beautiful natural areas, a temperate climate, and tremendous educational, cultural, and commercial opportunities. Gainesville was recently ranked as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.

At The Collier Companies, it's all about people. Every day is different: rewarding, challenging, and fun. If you are seeking a career, not just a job and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that rewards success, then we want to hear from you!

The VP of Construction will provide leadership and oversight to the activities of the Construction Team. Provide a rewarding work environment with greater opportunities of growth for team members and maintain an environment which will produce increased involvement, cooperation, and teamwork, thereby increasing output and better meeting The Collier Companies expectations. The VP position is an integral part of our 2X mission, to double our size over the coming decade.

Perks – The Good Stuff:

• 401k match is 100% of your contribution up to 10% of your gross income.
• Up to 24 days off during your first year with annual increase!
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
• Career growth opportunities
• Industry education opportunities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

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  Carries a high level of Emotional intelligence through day-to-day activities.
• Oversee all aspects of construction projects from conception to completion.
• Assist President of Construction with initial proformas and budgets.
• Continually monitor for changes in scope or cost as to proactively manage the design impacts to the overall financial viability of the project.
• Review plans to identify value engineering opportunities, proactively identify issues, and ensure plans adhere to Collier design standards.
• Analyze, manage, and mitigate construction, insurance, and budget risks.
• Assemble RFP’s for new projects with President of Construction.
• Work closely with Vendors, Consultants and Contractors in managing the bid process, contract awards and negotiations, timelines, performance and project logs, compliance, and billings
• Is involved with the selection of and contracting for architects, Contractors, and other third-party consultants
• Act as primary point of contact for clear and timely communications with all Vendors, Consultants, and Municipalities.
• Proactively look for any possible construction issues and spearhead resolutions.
• Work closely with Development to create and update construction standards.
• Manage Construction staff effectively and efficiently.
• Coordinate with governing entities for the feasibility of the project; assist with securing all necessary permits.
• Oversees the proper management of pay applications, and lien releases.
• Oversees the proper management of Change Management, Directives and handling of field related issues.
• Responsible for maintaining and reporting Construction Schedules & claim analyses.
• Responsible for Coordination with Operations for a smooth transfer from Construction.
• Attend on-site meetings, inspections, and municipality hearings as needed.
• Reports to President of Construction to ensure effective communication with the overall team.

Our Culture – How We’re Different:

The Collier Companies is a fast-growing company that fosters a professional attitude and a strong team spirit. We are committed to training our teams well, honoring their achievements, and promoting from within. The Team Members who work here are outgoing, caring, and proud of what they do.

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  At The Collier Companies, we recognize TEAM MEMBERS for being the foundation of our success.
• Our mission is PROUDLY MAKING YOUR HOME THE HEART OF OUR BUSINESS.
• We are good STEWARDS to each other, believe in collaboration and support one another to achieve our mission.
• We PRIDE ourselves on the principles taught in “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”, written by Stephen Covey.
• The Collier Companies Team Members are committed to CANI (Constant & Never-Ending Improvement) & to utilizing our I&R (Initiative & Resourcefulness) to find solutions that are BOTH E&E (Efficient & Effective) that we implement via IIT (I Intend To ____)
• We are committed to ONGOING LEARNING – At The Collier Companies & sponsor Book Clubs that support growth.
• GROWTH – We have a goal to double in size within the coming decade! Our team members have a FIRE IN THE BELLY and hold the torch with a BURNING SENSE OF URGENCY!
• We bring STABILITY into the marketplace and to our residents with a PERPETUAL HOLD strategy. This benefits our human capital, finances, and customer experience.
• ROOTED – We are a privately owned group that’s been in business since the 1970’s and the world’s largest privately owned student housing company and growing multi-family apartment organization!

PROUDLY MAKING YOUR HOME THE HEART OF OUR BUSINESS

Background checks are an employment requirement. Upon submission of your application, you will be invited to complete our candidate assessment.

These are required steps in the hiring process.

The Collier Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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