Lordan Associates Jobs (3)

Do you consider yourself outgoing? Are you detail-oriented and enjoy working with others? Lastly, are you looking to join a growing organization, that offers real opportunities for growth?

Our client is looking to add an Administrative Assistant to their team. This role serves dual functions. Part of your time will be focused on performing administrative tasks, supporting the ongoing management and improvement of the firm’s operations.

The second function is where the GROWTH opportunity presents it self, as you will be working very closely with, and supporting the Business Development team.

This partnership will expose you to the ins and outs of Business Development, Sales, and Marketing, and can lead to opportunities in these functions within the organization!

Primary Responsibilities :

• Reception duties and other clerical tasks as assigned
• Expense & Travel Management including bi-weekly expense reporting back-up duties
• Administrative support to team
• Calendar management for team leaders
• Weekly Travel Calendar & Staff Meeting Materials management
• Meeting & Catering Coordination : Organize internal / external meetings including catering, meeting materials, etc.
• Supplies Fulfillment Coordination : Distribute and organize receivables, daily replenish of supplies in respective areas, daily / weekly supplies restock for all printing devices
• Management of internal Telephone Directory
• Mailings : Management of certified mailings of tax filings, distributions, and notifications

Qualifications :

• 3-5 years of administrative assistant experience or similar
• Polished and articulate writing and speaking skills, demonstrating self-confidence and tact
• Extrovert personality, high EQ, good at connecting with others and cultivating relationships
• Self-starter with strong sense of ownership and ability to operate within a close team and independently
• Driven, strong interest in self-development, and high integrity
• High level of maturity and an exceptional work ethic
• Resourceful and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Comfortable in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Ability to work independently and with team members
• High sense of personal responsibility and accountability
• Desire to be proactive and anticipate the needs of others
• Proficiency in a variety of software applications Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• CRM database knowledge : Experience creating, maintaining and entering information into databases
• Concur (or similar) Travel and Expense platform knowledge
• Knowledge of various conferencing platforms (BlueJeans, Zoom, Teams, etc.

We seek a Project Manager to provide expertise in project delivery and management with the expectation to manage various projects and / or programs.

The Project Manager needs to have a diverse background in water / wastewater to manage projects related to design, planning and construction;

and a variety of other related assignments as well as work in a team environment developing engineering studies, conceptual designs, construction plans and specifications, as well as providing support during construction.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mentoring staff and providing career guidance and supporting their growth while following our core values
• Develop and maintain client relationships with existing and new clients to understand their future needs and to ensure that their expectations are being met
• Managing multiple technical assignments simultaneously to lead teams to complete assignments to the client's satisfaction while following the contract requirements and maintaining schedule and budget.
• Technical excellence in planning studies, preliminary designs, final designs, program management, bid assistance and office services during construction for pump stations, pipelines, treatment plants, and stormwater systems.
• Identify and lead business development pursuits, including positioning and preparation of proposals, to meet the Office's growth goals
• Manage staff assignments and work load to increase efficiency, while helping staff achieve their career objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering is required. Master's degree is desirable.

Experience : Minimum 8 years’ experience in water and wastewater design, planning, construction management and business development;

water / wastewater treatment and large treatment plant experience required.

Certifications : A PE designation is required. PE certification in northeast states is desirable.

SKILLS / COMPETENCIES

• Ability to develop and manage client relationships and demonstrated ability to manage large projects
• Strong communication and technical writing skills
• Demonstrated experience in project delivery including the management of client expectations, technical team, and financial aspects of projects
• Strong technical and entrepreneurial competencies as well as a desire to expand existing client relationships and to establish working relationships with new clients.
• Demonstrable commitment for exceeding client expectations by presenting and implementing the best solutions to meet their needs.
• Self-starter with ability to participate collaboratively with team and lead and manage others

Director of Pre-Construction

Overview :

This person will be one of the most crucial hires in this new office / market for developing and growing new business for this company.

They are one of the most established and reputable General Contractors in the Southeast - and they have selected Memphis as their next hub of operations in the area.

They are holding conversations with experienced project managers and estimators who are qualified for Director of Preconstruction in their commercial design-build construction division.

This role will be essential in working with Estimating & Project Management staff to review & augment contracts for their new clientele projects.

Qualifications :

• B.S. Degree Construction Management, Construction Engineering / Science, Civil Engineering Degree or 10+ years applicable commercial construction experience.
• Proven track record of success working internally with Business Development, Field Operations, Project Management, and Estimating teams and externally with Owners, Architects / Engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Experience negotiating and finalizing contracts for all phases of construction and contract types.
• 5+ years direct experience with design-build preconstruction & contracts preferred.

If you answer Yes to these Qualifications it is probable we'll want to interview :

• 10 years or more of Working through CD & DD estimates and budget presentations for clients.
• 10+ years of Experience estimating ground up commercial large projects as a GC
• Ability to lead a team & mentor / coach fellow staff
• Proven experience of winning large projects and good construction relationships around Memphis.

Detailed Overview :

• The position also interacts and cultivates relationships with owners and architects to help ensure all projects are developed and executed with a team approach.
• The Director of Pre-Construction leads through influence, bringing all departments together to maximize win rate of projects and ensure projects are set-up for success before being turned over to construction operations.
• Continuously track and look for opportunities to increase Pre-Construction contract opportunities.
• Develop methodologies and strategies to maximize win rate of projects (convert pre-construction contracts to wins)
• Develop / assemble general conditions estimates for review by Estimating, General Manager, and / or Senior Project Manager
• Review and negotiate all contracts.
• Serve as primary point of contact / Project Manager for design-build projects through the completion of pre-construction process.
• Collaborate with Business Development in the preparation of proposals and presentations.
• Consult with clients, architects, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effect cost reductions, and resolve issues.
• Experience with Sage 100 preferred.
• Experience with On-Screen Takeoff by eTakeoff, ProCore, and / or other construction software programs preferred.