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Project Executive

$175k - $220k

McGough Construction

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

INDUSTRIAL PROJECT EXECUTIVE

We are seeking an experienced Project Executive for our Industrial group, specifically for our Power & Energy team. This role will lead and manage key projects from inception through deployment. This includes overseeing project resources, tasks, issues, timelines, costs, and scope. Projects may include:

  • Energy Generation Facilities
  • Dispatchable Energy Production Facilities
  • Central Utility Plants
  • Backup Generation Plants
  • District Heating and Cooling Facilities
  • Waste-to-Energy Plants
  • Water/Wastewater Infrastructure

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Four-year degree in Construction Management or related degree
  • 15+ years of related experience, including experience with self-perform capabilities
  • Demonstrated experience building strong partnerships and trust with external partners, including owners, owner's representatives, design firms, and subcontractors
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Thorough and detail-oriented
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
  • Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
  • Strong computer skills, including Excel

Preferred:

  • Estimating and field experience
  • Scheduling experience

Office and Travel:

Office: Corporate headquarters

Travel: Regular travel to project sites across the country as required

Responsibilities and Tasks:

  • Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development
    • Take lead in responding to RFPs with sector team and Marketing
    • Take lead in interview preparation
    • Take lead in preconstruction effort including:
  • Major equipment procurement and tracking
  • Contract negotiations
  • GMP establishment
  • Client relationships (establish/maintain/build)
  • Design partner relationships (establish/maintain/build)
  • Owner's representative relationships (establish/maintain/build)
  • Lead/coordinate page turn
  • Identify and pursue leads prior to RFPs being issued; assist in acquiring new work
  • Verify scope/budget/schedule are in alignment throughout preconstruction process
  • Promotion of other McGough services (SP, Commercial, FM, Development, etc.)
  • McGough Self-Performed Work
    • Understand and oversee quantity take-offs and assist in estimating labor production, materials and equipment
    • Understand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools, services and costs
    • Oversee implementation of Project Assessments preparation and projections
    • Scope bid materials (concrete, rebar, brick, etc.)
    • Approve Critical Path Method schedules for our work
  • Estimating and Bidding
    • Review estimates prepared by project managers and estimating
    • Lead estimate presentation to owner/design team
    • Review proposed subcontractors prior to presenting to owner
    • Final review/sign subcontractors
  • Scheduling
    • Last Planner coach/champion
    • Lead preconstruction scheduling effort
    • Construction schedule review and oversight
  • Project Oversight
    • Understand project staffing needs and make sure proper resources are involved
    • Review and understand project financial condition and profitability (PACE)
    • Assure the safety protocols are in place and adhered to
    • Regular jobsite walks with McGough project staff
    • Understand the requirements of our Owner's contract, as well as Subcontractors
  • Project Management Oversight
    • Coach/Mentor project management staff
    • Understand specific training needs of staff
    • Review and understand global project management staffing needs and available resources
    • Ensure project management staff is mentoring at all levels
  • Post-Construction
    • Ensure cost history information is uploaded
    • Follow up with owner on lessons learned, strengths/weaknesses
    • Ensure internal "lessons learned" meeting is held
  • Other Responsibilities
    • Participate in company business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.)
    • Establish relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors
    • Pursue new relationships with potential clients and design firms
    • Attend and participate in project management and other company meetings
    • Attend any training - personal and/or professional development - that is relevant to the position
    • Actively participate in company-sponsored events
    • Perform functions of PM I and PM II as may be necessary for project success
    • Support and follow standard of work
    • Participate in Lean events and support the McGough Way
    • Other responsibilities as assigned

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position involves sitting for extended periods of time at employee's work station and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car. Employee needs to be able to lift up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and ability to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts.

Occasionally, employee will be required to visit construction jobsites which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.

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In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $220,000, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer.

Please note that the range provided above reflects the hiring range for this role. Hiring near the top end of this range would be atypical, as we aim to allow room for future salary growth. Additionally, McGough offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. This includes insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. We also provide generous retirement plans, voluntary benefit plans, parental leave, substantial paid time off, and holiday pay.

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