Northwest Area Project Delivery Leader

Brown and Caldwell is looking for an Area Project Delivery Leader (PDL) for our Northwest Area within the West Business Unit (BU). As the Area PDL you will partner closely with the Area Director, National PD Director (PDD), BU PD Director (PDD), Risk Management Leaders, and Project Managers to lead the successful execution of projects within the area and business unit and help support and drive bottom line financial management and growth. You will contribute to business forecasting, workload balancing for project delivery staff, oversee and execute project management and delivery standards, advance PM training and development, and conduct project performance reviews while sharing lessons learned and best practices. This position will report to the Area Director and is anticipated to dedicate approximately 50% average time to PDL duties with flexibility from week to week. The balance of time will include Project Management delivery leadership on active client projects.

Detailed Description:

As an Area PDL, you will be responsible for contributing to the development and profitable execution of Area operation plan, including financial and operational performance management, as well as supporting the development and performance of project managers and project analysts within the Area. You will be responsible for advancing adherence to Project Delivery Minimum Requirements and use of Project Management Best Practices through BC's audit and compliance program relying on input and support from the Area leadership. You will be responsible for stewarding the following core functions within the business Area: (1) project delivery support, (2) operations performance and (3) resource management for project delivery resources.

You consistently demonstrate strong leadership, coaching and communication skills, excelling in strategy development, including project management, business analysis, problem solving, consensus building, and talent development. You are results-orientated, proactive, and interested in working with a diverse team, and you bring a confident, yet humble approach that can effectively consult and partner with multiple business partners with varying needs. As a leader, you can guide and rally your team, focusing on actions to achieve desired outcomes, having the ability to engage, influence and execute across the business, regardless of your sphere of influence, to deliver solutions.

Responsibilities:

The most critical responsibility of the Area PDL is to drive bottom line financial management of the Area to meet or exceed the Area business plan, while coordinating and streamlining operations across Areas in partnership with other PDLs across the enterprise utilizing relationships and tools. This happens by delivering the "BC Experience" in a way that exceeds expectations for our clients and employees by influencing positive performance outcomes and leading by example. The PDL will be successful when they engage, at a minimum, as follows:

Project Delivery (Primary Role)

• Coordinate project delivery staffing by assisting Local/Sector Leaders, CSMs and/or Sales Leads to identify and/or recommend project managers (PM) and/or project analysts (PA) for clients and project work.
• Assist Area Directors to maintain effective Accountable Approvers (AA) portfolio size, active change management, and identification of business risks.
• Lead a team and/or be a key contributor on Project Delivery Enterprise project(s) and/or initiatives to progress project management and delivery for up to 4 hours per week.
• Support BC's Risk Management program through high-risk project identification and partnering with our project delivery SMEs for specialized project delivery risks and mitigations such as project controls and program management.
• Partner with BC Health & Safety leadership to plan and implement appropriate H&S measures for all projects and contribute positively to a H&S Culture.
• Partner with Operations, Local Leaders, Finance Business Partners to drive profitable delivery of projects (e.g., review and respond to variance and overrun reports, identify potential projects at risk (performance, quality, schedule, resources, productivity, etc.) , and support client service teams to help negotiate more profitable contracts and/or rates, etc.).
• Lead our PM community and facilitate the sharing of lessons learned and best practices.
• Advocate and communicate to the Area project delivery staff using the appropriate collaboration spaces.
• Advance adherence to Project Delivery Minimum Requirements and use of Project Management Best Practices through BC's audit compliance program relying on input and support from the Area Director, Local Leaders, and Finance Business Partners.
• Provide support to the BU PM Development Program Champion for PM Development Program participants so that participants maximize growth and learning in a live-round active project environment.
• Assist Human Resources (as required) in assessing the skills and competencies of current and new Project Managers. Support Project Managers and their Supervisors in establishing growth development plans.
• Actively participate in interviews for project management candidates. Lead the onboarding of new project managers to confirm that they are competent in BC systems and processes and appropriate PM assignments are given. Follow current BC guidelines on PM onboarding.
• Conduct regular comprehensive reviews of our PM capacity and ability to manage projects, develop a recruitment plan in conjunction with the Area Leaders.
• Provide input and feedback to BU PD Director on project delivery performance and PA staffing. Coordinate with BU PD Director, BU PA Manager, and Area Leaders and Supervisors for performance reviews and promotion of project managers and PAs.
• Support the identification and selection of Rewards and Recognitions to promote project team members that go above and beyond in the area(s) of project delivery excellence.
• Lead recurring communications and/or project delivery meetings with your project delivery support staff within your area.
• Participate in the development and execution of project delivery training and development for our PMs, PAs, and other delivery support staff.
• Provide guidance and support to the staff in your area or provide a connection to resources for getting the support that is needed, on Project Delivery systems and tools such as Worksmart Plus, Microsoft Project Plus, Revenue Estimation Forecasting Tool, BC's Document Management System, and other critical systems.
• Provide weekly portfolio management of your area to include dashboard reviews, coordinating with team leaders and PMs on project performance issues identified, and coordinating with F&A to help clear critical variances and/or support/assist with critical change management that needs to be completed through month-end process.

Operations (Secondary Role)

• Support development and delivery of business plan by partnering with the Area Director and BU leadership, including supporting the Area Director's planned/forecasted goals for total revenue, net revenue, total direct labor (DL; import + source) and indirect labor (IDL).
• Participate in strategic business planning processes at the Area level.
• Partner with the Area Director and supervisors of Project Delivery staff to drive a sustainable business through performance management, succession planning, employee relations and engagement with staff.
• Coordinate with the Area Director and Finance Business Partner to prepare RevEst forecasting with input from the Local Leads, Client Service Managers, and PMs.
• Promote Organizational Health by developing, retaining, engaging and allocating Project Delivery talent in partnership with direct supervisors in a way that ensures we deliver the "BC Experience" and continue to be the best place for employees to work in our industry.
• Collaborate with Area PDLs and Supervisors to ensure consistent messaging for employees related to merit, Viewpoints, promotions, pay transparency, etc.

Resource Management (Secondary Role)

• Support the Area leadership, and direct supervisors with monitoring project delivery staff's workload (i.e., Project Managers, Deputy Project Managers, Project Analysts, etc.).
• Assist in balancing workload among project delivery staff within and across all geographic/market Areas.
• Manage project delivery staff requisitions based on needs identified by the Area. Use available data (sales funnel and backlog) determine full-time equivalents to help justify new hires. Coordinate with the PDLs for the other Areas regarding staffing/hiring needs.
• Coordinate with Human Resources Talent Acquisition team for posting of approved Project Delivery requisitions.
• Partner with Human Resources to support performance management, recognition, rewards and promotions for Project Delivery staff.
• Support Supervisors in establishing Project Delivery staff development plans and monitoring for progression opportunities.

Job Expectations

The PDL is expected to demonstrate excellence in leadership, the delivery of high-quality work products and strong financial performance for their Area and the enterprise. This is a leadership role that requires critical thinking and decision making in a high velocity environment, extraordinary talent management ability and sound, ethical character. It is expected this role will operate with passion and optimism by inspiring others, chasing after continuous improvement and innovation, demonstrating good judgement, ethical decision making, and delivering high-impact results. The BU PDL will recognize, appreciate, and advance the team mentality that makes BC unique and successful.

The PDL will:

• Contribute to the success of the Business Unit by acting as a key member of both the Area and BU PD Leadership Teams.
• Partner closely with the Area Director, National and BU PD Directors, Risk Management Leaders, Health and Safety, and other leaders to lead the successful execution of projects within the Area.
• Lead, oversee, and execute project management and delivery standards, training and development, and project performance reviews.
• Oversee, lead, and coordinate the Area PD team to deliver projects at an exceptional level. To achieve this, the primary duties of the position will be to develop, maintain and implement the project management strategy for the area, in partnership with the Area Director and BU Project Delivery Director.
• Leverage the Enterprise Model and teams to deliver projects and outcomes that make both the Area and broader company successful.
• Operate with passion and optimism by inspiring others, chasing after continuous improvement and innovation, demonstrating good judgement, ethical decision making, and delivering high-impact results.
• Recognize, appreciate and advance the team mentality that makes BC unique and successful.
• Participate, contribute and lead discussion on the Company's PD Extended Leadership Team
• Conduct or delegate monthly PD calls, Targeted Oversight Reviews (TOR) Area Portfolio review meetings, TORs and desktop audits.
• Instill a culture of supporting Corporate PD programs and internal / external recognition of PMs and their accomplishments.
• Support Deputy PM Program and Champions by working with this team to identify and develop PM staff.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Science, or equivalent experience required.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in project management is required. PMP certification a plus.
• Strong project management skills - the ability to own and drive schedules from start to finish, including managing peers, support staff and senior technical staff.
• Results oriented strategic thinker and planner. Demonstrated advanced business acumen.
• Excellent coach, developer, and leader of staff at all levels.
• Highly effective communication skills with outstanding writing and presentation skills.
• Solid interpersonal skills and a motivated self-starter and team player.
• Well organized, detail oriented and strong prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team/virtual environment.
• Ability to lead others through influence in a consistent, positive manner.
• Ability to travel up to approximately 10%.

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee's primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A:

Salary $145,000 -$199,000

Location B:

Salary $160,000 - $219,000

Location C:

Salary $174,000 - $238,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice-to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com.

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

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