ARCO/Murray · 2 hours ago
Director of Operations, Racking & Automation
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expARCO/Murray is a family of construction companies focused on delivering innovative solutions in industrial construction. The Director of Operations for Racking & Automation will lead a new team, overseeing projects from preconstruction to completion, while developing processes and managing client relationships.
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Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate all managerial and administrative aspects of industrial racking, material handling, and/or automation system projects from the earliest stages of preconstruction through project closeout
Director will be charged with executing projects within the first ~12 months at a regional and national level until a PM group is developed
Lead development of new processes, refine existing ARCO processes or current design deliverables, to ensure effective estimates that drive accurate and profitable proposals
Leverage ARCO's existing network of industrial clients and end users, as well as your personal and professional network, to identify new racking or material handling system projects and help grow the business
Work closely with clients and the design team to understand facility requirements, layout racking needs, and develop preliminary concept drawings as well as project budgets
Participate in the proposal meeting with clients to review the scope of work, discuss ways to reduce costs, provide value engineering ideas, and negotiate contracts and fees
Oversee selection and buyout process for all relevant trades, installers, and equipment vendors
Expand current network of vendors, installers, etc. to help service all existing customers at a national level on varying scopes of work
Work with Project Superintendent to develop and review subcontractor scopes of work/contracts, project schedule, and site logistics plan
Manage the project schedule to achieve timely completion of the contract, while also maintaining both internal commitments and actions, as well as holding the customer accountable for their commitments
Track and manage project performance vs budget; prepare owner pay applications, cost status, and progress billing reports
Most importantly…find a way to make the construction process FUN for your clients, subcontractors, and vendors without sacrificing on QUALITY or SAFETY!!!
Qualification
Required
BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
5-7 years of construction project management or engineering design experience specific to industrial racking and/or automation systems
Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project
Preferred
Previous experience working on Cold Storage, Manufacturing, Food Production, and/or Distribution facilities
Benefits
Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Traditional and Roth 401k
Tuition reimbursement for associates
Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
1-week paid volunteer leave each year
100% charitable match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Paid parental leave
Company
ARCO/Murray
ARCO/Murray is a construction company offering design and construction services. It is a sub-organization of ARCO/Murray.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bradley Dannegger
Co-Chairman/CEO
Recent News
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