Project Executive

Project ExecutiveThis position is responsible for coordinating and managing all the necessary resources throughout the entire project and team from start-up through closeout, and ensuring that both the Owner's expectations and budgetary guidelines are met. This position should develop tools and techniques for distributing tasks according to the skillset of their team and evaluate the performance of all team members. This position is key regarding stakeholder relationships, quality management, safety, profitability, schedule maintenance, mentoring & developing new talent, and being a steward of our core values.Manage a portfolio of complex business and project initiatives (especially profitability, schedule, and client satisfaction)Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestonesFull project life cycle ownership: successful project delivery will include full implementation from initiation to deployment for one or more major and/or several minor initiatives simultaneouslyManage all aspects of multiple related projects to ensure the overall program is aligned to and directly supports the achievement of strategic objectivesWork creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation and excellenceParticipate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organizationProvide status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverable, dependencies, risks and issues, communicating across leadershipParticipate and/or drive feasibility studies, subcontractor selection and proposals for evaluation by appropriate key stakeholdersAssist in dispute, negotiation, arbitration or litigation, as neededSupport formal/informal schedules to manage the engagement contractDevelop and manage all aspects of project and program engagement from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, budget, change, risks and issuesSet and continually manage project and program expectations while delegating and managing deliverable with team members and stakeholdersMonitor, track and control outcomes to resolve issues, conflicts, dependencies and critical path deliverablesDevelop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations to various audiences, including project team, sponsors, CIO and key stakeholdersIdentify and develop trusted adviser relationship with project and program stakeholders, sponsors and university stakeholdersEnsure that projects and programs are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget and quality standardsContinue professional development in order to keep abreast of emerging technologies, methods and best practicesExtensive understanding of project and program management principles, methods and techniquesProvide onsite leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestonesDevelop, coordinate, and conduct performance reviews and staff developmentEstablish practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organizationMinimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Construction Management or related field. Master's Degree is preferred. Minimum of 10 years' experience working commercial construction projects is required.Tools: Microsoft Office SuiteExcellent communication skills and an ability to work effectively with AND lead a teamProven record of success, innovation, and extraordinary skills not common in other project managersBe mindful and aware of latest industry strategies, tools and terminologies used in project management worldwide so that they may adopt them to increase productivityProven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork and excellenceBilingual in Spanish and English is not a requirement, but is preferred.OSHA 10 minimum required; 30 preferred. PMP Certification a plus, but not required.