Chief Operating Officer Position Profile
ABOUT PRECISION
PRECISION is a national construction company specializing in the adaptive reuse, preservation/rehabilitation, and new construction of affordable, multi-family real estate. They offer full spectrum Construction Services, custom-tailored to the needs of their clients.
PRECISION's specialization allows them to provide the most competitive pricing and scheduling, and their transparent methodologies offer stakeholders an unparalleled understanding of the various options available for a given project.
As of December 2019, PRECISION is a Certified B Corporation. They believe that small changes in their everyday actions can add up financially, socially, and globally. PRECISION stands behind the global movement of people using business as a force for good and wanted to vocalize this. B Corp Certification is a highly selective status. Companies must document their positive impact to qualify and undergo verification every three years to maintain their certification.
PRECISION is the first and only general contractor within California, and the largest contractor/builder across the US, to earn this designation.
Mission:
Their mission is to define and execute the scope of work in the timeliest, cost effective, and ethical manner. By adhering to a rigorous set of standards and protocols we ensure consistency across a wide range of projects and clients.
What Matters Most?
- Trust – relationship builders
- Continuous improvement - problem solvers
- Customer commitment - delight their customers
- Transparent- honesty, no partial truths or misleading statements or exaggerations
- Compassionate - diversity opportunity and service
- Sustainability- less is more
Involvement:
PRECISION’s goal is to always achieve the greatest possible impact through their Affordable Housing projects and charitable contributions. They make it a priority to identify where their dollars will do the best and they spend accordingly. That is why they have invested in causes like IPA (Innovations for Poverty Action), an organization that uses a data-driven approach to identifying and promoting the most effective solutions to global poverty problems.
PRECISION is proud to support the following causes:
Building With PRECISION:
TRANSPARENT
PRECISION's business model is built on transparency. It’s the secret ingredient in their recipe for success, and it isn’t even a secret. When they bid on a project, they share all the bids directly with the client. Every step of the way they offer detailed pricing and status reports. You know your options and you know what you're getting.
PROBLEM SOLVERS
They do not like surprises, so they take a proactive approach to project management - conducting thorough pre-construction analysis to scope each project and anticipate unforeseen contingencies. When the unexpected does arise, they work directly with their clients to find the best possible solution. They have completed over 500 projects and have never had a default on any contract or a lawsuit with any owner.
RELATIONSHIP BUILDERS
They build projects by building strong relationships. Articulate, precise and accurate information delivered to the Owner, Architect, Property Management, and Community is something they pride themselves on. There’s a reason 90% of their clients are return customers. Their dedicated approach to client satisfaction is structured to form symbiotic, lasting partnerships.
COMPASSIONATE
They believe that all people deserve the opportunity to live happy, healthy, and productive lives. They want to empower people by providing quality homes that are also affordable. PRECISION differentiates themselves from the competition by actively endorsing a humanist and sensitive philosophy tailored to the needs of the diverse communities they are working to improve.
EXPERIENCED
With over 53,000 units built, they know the territory inside and out. They have implemented rigorous and tested processes across every level of their business - from management to accounting, to the workers who lay the bricks. Their integrated systems approach ensures that everyone works seamlessly and synergistically on a wide range of assignments. Over the years they have honed their strategies and playbooks, allowing them to rapidly and effectively deploy their resources to achieve the greatest possible ROI for their clients.
RECENT NEWS
POSITION OVERVIEW
PRECISION is seeking a highly experienced Chief Operating Officer to lead their multi-family unit construction company. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of success in the construction industry, specifically in end-to-end oversight of large projects.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for managing all aspects of project operations, including oversight of Project Managers, Senior Project Managers and Office Managers, project financials, scheduling, and client management. Along with these core items, the Chief Operating Officer will own the recruitment process for Project Managers and Superintendents, as well as review vendor, owner, and subcontractor contracts.
If you are ready to be a partner and make an impact in bringing PRECISION to the next level, we want to speak to you!
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direction and a positive attitude to all personnel assigned to your jobs and in the company.
- Oversee all Project Managers, including Senior Project Managers, providing assistance as needed.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure timely completion of projects within budget expectations.
- Review schedules weekly with all Project Managers, and biweekly with PGCC staff.
- Organize and oversee office staff and Office Manager.
- Receive all owner contacts and be present at all meetings with owners.
- Manage project finances, including overhead cost containment, to ensure profitability.
- Recruit new Project Managers and Superintendents.
- Project and maintain manpower projections, implementing new manpower as needed.
- Review contracts with owners, subcontractors, vendors, etc., and sign contracts after review.
- Oversee and work with estimating staff.
- Enhance PGCC’s reputation as a leader in the multi-family construction marketplace.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to the company's project and office managers.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in construction management and engineering, business administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years’ experience in Construction.
- Experience with software and programs such as Prolog, Microsoft Project, etc.
- Excellent organizational skills; detail-oriented.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
- Ability to quickly and appropriately prioritize conflicting demands.
- Proven track record of success in hiring, interviewing and terminating employees.
- Experience leading and managing a large team of professionals.
- Strong decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, partners, teammates, and stakeholders.
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS
Mission Driven
This individual must be intellectually sharp and clearly capable of thinking on their feet while demonstrating outstanding business judgment. The Chief Operating Officer will possess the analytical skills to improve overall productivity and elevate the company’s operations efforts as a point of differentiation in the marketplace.
Exceptional Leader
One who builds, inspires, and coaches teams with a passion for the business, while forging close working relationships with others throughout the organization. This individual will create and implement policies and procedures to foster a culture of trust, accountability, and results while elevating capabilities. Work closely with departments to develop employees for further company growth and progress. Demonstrates a strong commitment to prioritizing employee accessibility and fostering team engagement.
Critical Thinker
Combines analytical and creative horsepower to simplify and break down complex situations into the core of issues with easy to understand action items. This individual must be intellectually sharp and use critical thinking to make or influence decisions while demonstrating outstanding business judgement. The successful candidate will be comfortable creating the new and the different and have a ravenous appetite to learn more and experiment in a disciplined way.
Perspective
This individual will provide a worldly perspective of macro and industry influences to assist in guiding the company in new directions. The ideal candidate will provide perspective coming in from outside the organization to aid in the collective leadership team’s understanding and acceptance of trends, insights, changing business perspective and management strategies. This keen perspective should be presented with patience and guidance rather than authoritative.
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We’ve partnered with PRECISION!
At Comhar Partners, we are excited to partner with PRECISION, a leading construction services company, who custom tailor to the need of their clients. We are proud to take the helm in the search for a highly skilled Chief Operating Officer. PRECISION is a Certified B Corporation, involved in innovative and groundbreaking construction projects, pushing the boundaries of commercial construction, and introducing new technologies and practices.
