
Prefabrication Director
Contrack Watts, Inc.
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Des Moines • Iowa • United States
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About the role
- Build and execute a multi‑year prefabrication strategy aligned with company and business unit goals
- Lead prefabrication shop operations including workflow design, production scheduling, workforce planning, material logistics, quality control, and safety
- Standardize prefabrication processes and assemblies to drive efficiency, quality, and scalability across projects and geographies
- Implement lean manufacturing principles to maximize throughput, eliminate waste, and consistently meet project schedules
- Partner with operations, preconstruction, supply chain/procurement, and virtual design teams to identify prefabrication opportunities and evaluate cost and schedule impacts
- Ensure seamless coordination between prefabrication deliverables and field installation sequencing to improve site efficiency and safety
- Drive financial accountability for prefabrication operations, including cost control, profitability analysis, and investment recommendations
- Analyze performance metrics related to efficiency, cost savings, quality, and on‑time delivery; collaborate with estimating and procurement teams to optimize ROI
- Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and equipment solutions to enhance productivity, innovation, and safety
- Lead, mentor, and develop direct reports; set goals, delegate responsibilities, and support professional growth
- Champion company values, ethics, and a culture of continuous improvement
Requirements
- Minimum 15 years of electrical construction experience
- At least 7 years of leadership experience overseeing prefabrication or manufacturing operations
- Demonstrated success implementing lean manufacturing practices and scaling innovative, companywide initiatives
- Proven ability to develop strategic plans, lead change management efforts, and influence cross‑functional teams
- OSHA 30 preferred or willingness to obtain upon hire
- An industry‑related bachelor’s degree is required; equivalent education and experience may be considered
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and decision‑making capabilities
- Excellent business acumen with the ability to evaluate cost, margin, and operational risk
- Ability to lead teams through change and ambiguity in a fast‑paced environment
- Strong relationship‑building, communication, and conflict‑resolution skills
- Detail‑oriented with a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Experience with project management, design, and manufacturing execution software such as Procore, Revit, Bluebeam, and scheduling tools
- Ability to learn and adopt new technologies to support prefabrication and manufacturing excellence
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax‑Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
- Employer‑Paid Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Programs
- Employer‑Paid Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Fully Paid Parental Leave
- Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
- Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
prefabrication strategyworkflow designproduction schedulingmaterial logisticsquality controllean manufacturingcost controlprofitability analysisperformance metricsstrategic planning
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringdecision-makingbusiness acumenrelationship-buildingcommunicationconflict resolutiondetail-orientedchange managementcontinuous improvement
Certifications
OSHA 30bachelor's degree in industry-related field