Director of Construction - Iowa RegionPENN Entertainment

The Director of Construction for the Iowa region is responsible for the development and implementation of Capital Projects (New, Remodel and R&M) from Concept Stage through construction completion and operational turnover.  The Director is involved with the overall project as it relates to design management and coordination, schedule, budget, contracting, assessment & coordination of operational needs, maintaining design intent, and the day-to-day management and on-site coordination of Capital Projects. Also partners with the VP of Design & Construction, Departmental Project Leaders and Strategic Sourcing Department as related to construction FF&E purchasing, property operations and other relative positions to ensure projects remain on budget and on schedule.  The position reports to the VP of Design and Construction and will focus on our existing and any new locations in the Iowa market. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate design process with outside design professionals and consultants.
• Monitors progress and coordinates all disciplines relative to functional and operational needs from Concept Design through Construction Documents.
• Prepares and administers Requests for Proposal relative to design procurement and construction related scopes of work.
• Develops Total Project Budgets and Scope Documentation.
• Assists with the preparation and submission of Capital Budget Requests (CBR’s) to assure accuracy with Project funding requests and approvals.
• Prepares and maintains Project Controls throughout the life of the Project.
• Utilize web-based project management system (Procore) for managing Project Budgets, Commitments, Construction Documents and Closeout Requirements.
• Works closely with internal Capital Accounting and Legal Departments to ensure processes are followed relative to internal controls.
• Provide Project oversight and review with site managers and subcontractors to ensure standards of building performance, quality, and schedules are met and safety is maintained.
• Review and approval of contractor payment applications by valuation of completed works.
• Review Change Order requests by contractor and or design professionals.
• Work with Design Team and local Jurisdictions Having Authority to ensure that building codes, regulations, laws, and standards are met.
• Coordinate with Operations regarding requirements of ongoing construction projects.
• Prepare project reports as necessary to ensure the stake holders are informed of project status.
• Develop project schedules using scheduling programs.
• Develop and maintain project budget and provide information in a timely manner for reporting.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all departmental and company matters
• Responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance within area of responsibility and reporting potential issues to Executive Management.
• Communicate effectively with contractors, outside contacts, and all levels of Team Members.
• Ability to travel frequently to construction site via airplane or other transportation.