Regional Director of Project Management - Northeast at MEI Rigging & Crating LLC

Southbridge, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Leadership, Construction Management, Risk Assessment, Budgeting, Client Relations, Team Development, Safety Compliance, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Communication, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Performance Evaluation, Financial Management, Construction Software

Industry

Facilities Services

Description

Position Summary: The Northeast Regional Director of Project Management will oversee project management operations across multiple regional offices and lead the successful delivery of large-scale construction projects for a multi-state geographical region. PM leadership and oversight will involve successful communication and collaboration with all levels of Project Managers, regional leadership, and field teams. This role will provide strategic leadership, manage a varied portfolio of projects, and ensure alignment with company goals, contractual obligations, budgetary considerations, safety standards, and quality expectations. The Regional Director of Project Management will assess project risks, implement best practices, enhance efficiencies, and initiate continuous improvement to drive consistent project execution across the assigned region. Currently the States in this region include: CT, MA, MD, PA, VA and RI. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership and Oversight * Lead and manage a team of Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Project Engineers, and field operations staff across the region. * Develop and execute regional construction strategy, ensuring alignment with company values, goals, and objectives. * Establish and implement best practices, processes, and tools to optimize project communications, execution, performance, and profitability. * Provide strategic oversight and leadership in the planning, design, execution, and closeout of regional projects. * Develop and maintain key relationships with clients, contractors, designers, and internal stakeholders to ensure project success. * Foster a culture of safety, quality, and a continuous improvement mindset across all project sites. Operational and Project Management * Oversee the planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution of construction projects from inception to completion. Ensure projects remain within scope, budget, and planned timeline. * Ensure standardization in project tracking, documentation, and reporting across the region. * Ensure effective project delivery by maintaining strict adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. * Identify and mitigate project risks and be proactive with project adjustments, as necessary. * Work closely with sales and operations teams to forecast project pipelines and the allocation of resources. Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth project execution. * Manage and monitor financial performance, cost controls, and profitability of projects. Client and Stakeholder Relations * Serve as the primary point of escalation for project-related issues within assigned region. Liaise with senior executives, clients, and stakeholders throughout the project life cycle. * Manage client / customer expectations, facilitate regular status update meetings, and provide frequent updates regarding project status, milestones, performance, forecasts, and strategic recommendations. * Maintain per project documentation and reporting utilizing internal systems (such as SharePoint) for historical reference and continuity. Team Development and Supervision * Lead, mentor, coach, and professionally develop a high performing team of project managers and support staff. * Conduct performance evaluations and encourage and implement improvements as needed to foster a collaborative and productive work environment. * Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess and improve team effectiveness. * Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Provide coaching and professional development opportunities to encourage retention. * Practice and demonstrate MEI values and lead by example. Compliance and Safety * Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including safety standards, building codes, and environmental requirements. * Promote a safety-first culture and insist all projects adhere to company safety policies and procedures. * Conduct regular site visits to monitor project safety, MEI performance, and customer relations. Financial Management * Manage Project budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring projects are delivered within allocated financial constraints. * Ensure cost control measures are implemented and budget variances are identified and addressed promptly. Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education): * Bachelor’s degree in project management, construction management, engineering, business administration or a related field highly preferred. * Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred; OSHA 30-Hour certification helpful. * Ten (10) plus years’ experience in project management within the construction, machinery moving, or related field. * Five (5) plus years in a senior leadership role; extensive experience supervising multiple projects and leading diverse crews in a safety-sensitive environment necessary. * Proven experience managing multiple large-scale, complex construction projects simultaneously. * Extensive knowledge of project management methodologies, contract negotiation, budgeting, and risk assessment. Familiarity with various construction sectors (commercial, industrial, infrastructure, Data Center, EV / Battery, clean room / semi-conductor) helpful. * Excellent knowledge of construction management software and project management tools (such as Procore, Salesforce, MS Project); proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), and SharePoint. * In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, resource allocation, and project life cycle. * Highly self-directed and self-motivated, manages the efficient use of own time as well as the team’s time, and encourages efficiencies with others. * Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Skilled at analyzing complex project data and communicate related information to stakeholders and all levels of staff. * Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skills. * Possess a valid driver’s license or the ability to attain; and be insurable. Able to work on-site and travel extensively to project locations; comfortable with performing work in-office as well as field environments. * Leads high-functioning teams focusing on safety, integrity, and professionalism effectively in high-pressure environments. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: The Regional Director of Project Management must have the ability to effectively work in a variety of office settings including job trailers, MEI offices, field projects, customer work sites, and mobile vehicles. Willing and able to work in non-temperature-controlled environments and/or outdoors. Will travel (primarily by automobile) to multiple projects across various states and geographic locations. Overnight travel necessary. Additional Requirements: Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect. Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by the Regional Director of Project Management, and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary. MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer

Responsibilities

The Regional Director of Project Management will oversee project management operations across multiple regional offices and lead the successful delivery of large-scale construction projects. This role involves strategic leadership, managing project risks, and ensuring alignment with company goals and safety standards.