NextDirect LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Gilbane Building Company, serves our project teams and clients by providing expertise in direct procurement of permanent project equipment and materials (examples include major structure materials, enclosure materials, mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, etc.). 

The NextDirect Business Unit Leader will be responsible for the leadership of the entire business; people, strategy, operations, execution, profitability and the overall growth and success of the business as strategic lever. In this newly created role, this individual, will work directly with senior management, operations peer groups, business and project leadership teams, subcontractors, suppliers, dealers, manufacturers, engineers, legal and risk management to deliver value and profitability for the organization. This role will sit primarily in the office.

Who are we?  

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! 

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. 

Who are you? 

What’s in it for you?   

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader. 

• People and Team Culture 
• Vision / Strategy for the Business(es) and manage team to oversee the execution of the strategy. 
• Competitive Intelligence and how to position NextDirect within the industry. 
• Business development and customer adoption efforts (internal and external). 
• Developing and maintaining strategic relationships with vendors and suppliers and constituents. 
• Operations (internal / external), standard operating procedures (SOP’s), and risk management for strategic sourcing and procurement of materials and equipment (full life cycle - sales, execution and warranty).    
• Sales/Gross Profit/Overhead/Net Income goals for the Business(es) and take action to prevent profit erosion, forecast slippage, risks and project financial performance including development of risk management strategies.  
• Development and Ownership of Business Unit key performance indicators 
• A culture of scaled innovation to drive consistent and sustainable growth/profitability.  
• Recruit and hire top talent and key strategic hires to drive Business growth.  
• Hold staff accountable and ensure people are in the right positions to ensure success.  
• Drive and lead initiatives for Employee Engagement and Retention. 
• Lead career development for emerging leaders and ensure appropriate development and succession plans are in place.  
• Model efforts for Culture, Safety, Inclusion and Diversity, and Gilbane’s Core Values. 

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related field
Extensive market and business leadership experience with a minimum of 10 years in direct procurement, supply chain / procurement management in commercial construction
Business Leadership, Operationalization, Relationship Management and Business Development expertise
Or an equivalent combination of education and experiences

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of design/engineering, direct procurement strategies and execution, construction equipment and materials
Excellent negotiating skills
Strong analytical skills
Demonstrates a sense of urgency and proactive approach that is results focused
Experience implementing Lean methodologies
Strong leadership competencies such as:
Strategic Mindset
Business Acumen
Building High-Performing Teams
Displays Emotional Intelligence
Coach and Develops Others

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.    
For Providence, RI this ranges from $270,000.00-$345,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.