Manage and administer a large team of professional and support staff, both directly and through lower-level managers.
Manage single or multiple clients to ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications.
Participate in and oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of individual project objectives and short- and long-range plans; develop tracking and evaluation programs to assist in the accomplishment of established project goals and objectives.
Develop and establish strategies and operating objectives consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient and effective implementation of projects.
Generate and delegate quotes to Project Managers.
Report project progress, strategy changes, and emerging risks to leadership team.
Consult, coordinate, and serve as principal liaison with client representatives, providing project updates, discussing timetables and work parameters.
Approve revisions in project timelines/budgets and communicates with client as needed.
Provide feedback and solutions regarding project issues, engage department head where appropriate.
Identify opportunities to upsell/cross-sell WLS services.
Evaluate risk on a project/client basis and propose solutions to department head.
Lead the business development for the region by engaging current and prospective clients to further develop relationships in the pursuit of future work.
Assign projects to Project Managers based on workload and client relationships.
Make employment related decisions including hiring, termination, performance evaluations and compensation.
Manage Project Managers and help guide, mentor, and facilitate problem solving related to the performance and execution of project objectives.
Provide guidance and support for Project Managers in meetings as needed to navigate difficult or sensitive discussions.
Train and develop Project Managers and other staff as needed.
Ensure Project Manager compliance with all company credit card policies.
Uphold Western Land Services’ Core values in all aspects of work.
Other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to successfully direct, coordinate and lead teams in a high volume and fast paced work environment.
Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop integrated, creative solutions.
Working knowledge in land related area.
Knowledge and understanding of organization structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor a message to different groups of people, clients, executive management, and employees.
Ability to prioritize and organize work to meet project deadlines.
High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite of products including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field highly preferred.
Proven experience in project management, with a history of successfully delivering on time and within budget.
Capable of effectively and autonomously running multiple large projects simultaneously (20+) with multiple phases and disciplines.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Leasing Non-residential Real Estate, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Oil and Gas
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