Shimizu North America · 3 hours ago
General Manager of Construction
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expShimizu North America is seeking a General Manager of Construction to lead its construction operations across various sectors. This role involves providing executive oversight of project execution, ensuring safety, quality, and performance consistency while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Construction
Responsibilities
Provide executive leadership and direction to Project Executives managing concurrent design-build and EPC projects across the United States
Establish and maintain company-wide construction standards, procedures, and best practices aligned with Shimizu North America’s operational objectives
Oversee safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance across all active projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company expectations
Collaborate closely with Design, Engineering, Procurement, and Preconstruction teams to ensure project readiness and seamless phase transitions from Pre-construction through Closeout
Review and approve project execution plans, budgets, staffing assignments, and key subcontractor selections
Mentor and develop Project Executives and senior field leaders, fostering accountability, technical excellence, and leadership growth
Drive performance metrics, reporting, and forecasting systems to ensure predictable project outcomes
Support business development by providing operational insight into pursuits, proposals, and client relationships
Lead strategic initiatives in construction technology adoption, safety innovation, and lean delivery methods
Serve as a key representative of Shimizu North America in executive-level client meetings and joint venture discussions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline
Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in industrial construction, with at least 8 years in senior leadership roles overseeing multiple large projects
Proven track record of delivering complex, multi-disciplinary design-build or EPC projects
Demonstrated ability to lead teams of Project Executives, Project Managers, and Superintendents across geographically dispersed sites
Strong understanding of cost control, scheduling, risk management, and contract administration
Exceptional communication and stakeholder-management skills
Preferred
Advanced degree (MBA, MS in Construction Management, or Engineering)
Professional credentials such as P.E., PMP, or DBIA certification
Experience working within global or Japanese-affiliated organizations, with an appreciation for cross-cultural collaboration
Familiarity with Procore or equivalent enterprise project-management platforms
Company
Shimizu North America
Shimizu North America LLC (SNA) is designing, engineering, and building the next generation of commercial and industrial facilities in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
51-200 employees
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