Project Executive
Jim Cooper Construction Co
The Project Executive plays a pivotal leadership role with an emphasis on being regularly present at the jobsite to maintain strong in-person interaction and awareness. This person is deeply engaged — not just sitting behind reports, but walking the jobsite, interacting in person, and building genuine relationships with the people driving the work forward. They maintain full awareness of the project’s progress, risks, and needs, recognizing that every team member and trade partner plays a critical role in the project’s success. Strong communication and connectivity are non-negotiable: the Project Executive sets the tone for collaboration, ensuring alignment between field, office, and client expectations. Ultimately, they are fully responsible for the performance, well-being, and delivery of their project staff and the outcomes they achieve together. Responsibilities also include submitting project deliverables, preparing status reports, and establishing effective project communication and execution plans.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Client Management:
Act as the main executive connection to clients, maintain steady communication, and build relationships that encourage future work.
Project Leadership:
Oversee each project at a high level to ensure planning, cost, schedule, and quality targets are met.
Team Development:
Build up the skills and leadership capabilities of construction teams, creating a knowledgeable and high-performing group.
Operational Oversight:
Partner with operations on key activities—such as major trade procurement and early design coordination—while staying ahead of cost, risk, and field challenges.
Strategic Input:
Offer guidance that improves overall project strategy, including opportunities for efficiency, innovation, and smoother project delivery.
REQUIREMENTS
- A bachelor’s degree or master's degree in construction, engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience in project management.
- Ten or more years of field and project planning experience.
- Ability to lead project teams of various sizes and see them through to completion.
- Strong understanding of formal project management methodologies.
- Experience overseeing a construction project.
- Budget management experience.
BENEFITS
We provide a variety of benefits to meet the changing needs of the talented people who make up our team. In addition to healthcare insurance, additional benefits include 401(k) matching, bonus potential, and more.
- 401(k) with 6% Dollar-for-Dollar Company Match
- BCBS Medical & Prescription Drug Insurance
- Telehealth Benefit
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Bonus Potential
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Work Travel
- Paid Time Off
- Field Travel Home Benefit
- Learning and Development
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