Job Description:

The Project Executive is responsible for managing all crucial aspects of the design build process for multiple construction projects. Key responsibilities, as described below include Operational Excellence, Pre-construction, Sales, and Cultural Traits.Operational ExecutionCapable of understanding, teaching, and training construction finance, i.e., budgets, change management, costs, forecasts, and P&L managementDevelop and publish a detailed construction schedulesAuthor, review and execute contracts docs, i.e., prime contracts, subcontracts, scopes of work, exhibits, insurance, bonds, etc.Hire, train and motivate project execution teamsManage, inspire, and lead trade partner discussionsMust be "all knowing" on project performance (cost, schedule, safety, quality, customer satisfaction) and report accordinglyExcellent communicator, leave nothing undiscussed, or untimelyCompetent in construction software, Excel, ERP, PM, scheduling, estimating, BIMKnow federal, state, and company safety protocol and hold project team members accountable.Possess an extremely high level of quality standards and hold project team members accountableResponsible for mentoring and training Sr. Project Managers and Project Managers, ensuring adequate training is available and provided to Assistant Project Managers and Project EngineersPre-constructionTake the lead on pre-construction activities once handed off from sales - handoff is at the point in which a client requires a deliverableCoordinate all pre-construction activities and team membersCreate development timeline and track progress weeklyLead estimate timeline, establish key milestones, and develop appropriate review points with estimating teamPossess the appropriate level of technical knowledge to guide design and pre-construction team members through the design and pre-construction processHold all design and pre-construction team members accountable for product quality and deadlinesCommunicate with client at all levels, plant manager to CEOEnsure estimate meets triangulation requirements, 1. Sub input, 2. Historical data, 3, internal take offDrive estimate process to ensure appropriate coverage, and tools are available for support and successSalesKnowledgeable in all aspects of our product = delivery methods, execution, technical expertise, company history and experience, personnel, client requirements, design and program managementMust be outward facing, able to follow up in a timely fashion, deliver on expectations, and instill confidence in our clientsProduce competent deliverables, work closely with marketing for proposals, PowerPoints, leave behinds, etc.Work closely with sales team to prepare and execute on new client meetingsCoordinate, review, author, and deliver on client RFPsAttend key industry conferences, man booths, and actively participationCultural TraitsConfidentEthicalGreat communicatorOrganizedResponsiveThoroughDetailed orientedEnergeticSense of humorWork life balanceREQUIRED SKILLSBachelor's degree from four-year College or university; or a minimum of ten years related experience andor training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceMinimum of five consecutive years total profit and loss accountability on multiple projectsMinimum of five years of experience managing all disciplines of designbuild projects or hard bid projects as required for the market this position servesPrior pre-construction and construction management experienceExperience in all contracting methods such as lump sum, GMP, cost plus construction management, and fee-based construction. Must understand legal aspects and implications of contractual languageHave a proven record in increasing project profitability from the initial project profit margin on multiple projectsSufficiently knowledgeable in technical aspects of engineering and design disciplines to represent Company as the "primary point of contact" in initial project discussions with customersThoroughly knowledgeable of costs and fees associated with the variety of engineering and design disciplines and services Company offersThoroughly knowledgeable of the impact caused by multiple changes in either the design, engineering, or construction phases and how they impact the overall project, from the cost, schedule, construction management, and construction operations perspectivesKnowledgeable of when and how to address these issues with customersProven experience in the development of aggressive schedules for projects with variables such as project type(s), areas, and seasonal start datesProven experience in preparing cost estimates for designbuild projects in the industrial and cold storage arena