Director, Global Partnerships
US-MA-Boston
Suffolk Construction Company
Req #: 9180
Type: Regular Full-Time
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Overview: About Suffolk Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by leveraging its core construction management services with vertical service lines that include real estate capital investment, design, self-perform construction services, technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies) and innovation research/development. Suffolk - America's Contractor - is a national company with more than $5.0 billion in annual revenue, 2,600 employees, and main offices in Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. Suffolk manages some of the most complex, sophisticated projects in the country, serving clients in every major industry sector, including healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, transportation/aviation, government, mission critical and commercial. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR's list of "Top CM-at-Risk Contractors." For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram. At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That's why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here. The Role Suffolk is hiring a strategic and business-minded leader to drive enterprise-wide global initiatives, uncover transformative ideas from around the world, and turn them into actionable business strategies. This role will lead global discovery engagements, cultivate industry partnerships, and work cross-functionally to accelerate Suffolk's growth and innovation in the built world. Candidates should bring experience in corporate strategy, consulting, or business transformation-ideally within construction or a related industry. Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: * Global Partnerships & Strategy: Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with leading global corporations, academic institutions, and research entities that align with Suffolk's business priorities and innovation agenda. * Insight Synthesis & Activation: Translate findings from global learning trips into clear frameworks, insights, and business opportunities that inform Suffolk's operations and strategic direction. * Program Leadership: Design, organize, and execute international learning experiences that explore emerging ideas and drive enterprise-wide impact. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with leaders in Strategy, Operations, Innovation, and Marketing to apply and activate learnings throughout the organization. * Knowledge Management: Develop systems and processes for capturing, organizing, and sharing knowledge gained from global engagements to drive continuous learning. * Marketing & Storytelling: Partner with Communications to develop compelling narratives that highlight Suffolk's global engagements and learning culture internally and externally. * Cultural Stewardship: Champion a culture of intellectual curiosity, global thinking, and knowledge exchange that reinforces Suffolk's ambition to lead the future of the built environment. Qualifications: Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in business, innovation, strategy, or related field; Master's or MBA preferred. * 7-10+ years of experience in corporate strategy, innovation, partnerships, or global program leadership. * Proven ability to build and manage strategic relationships with corporate entities and academic or research institutions across geographies. * Demonstrated success in distilling complex information into actionable insights and business strategies. * Strong program management skills with experience leading cross-functional initiatives. * Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills, including storytelling and executive-level presentations. * Passion for global thinking, learning, and solving complex industry challenges. * Familiarity with the built environment or adjacent industries strongly preferred. * Ability to travel internationally several times per year.
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