Project Executive - Construction - Education

Project Executive - Construction - Education As a Senior Project Executive, you will be a leader and strategist for the Tennessee Education Division. The Senior Project Executive provides leadership, direction and support to Project Engineers, Superintendents and Project Managers on multiple projects from preconstruction through close‑out. As the Senior Project Executive, you are responsible for the overall profitability and success of each project and the business unit as a whole, and deliver successful outcomes on all assigned projects: achieving targeted metrics for safety, profitability, schedule adherence, quality and client relations. The Project Executive leads and/or participates in corporate duties as assigned, including creating and maintaining business systems, and processes that support achievement of vision, mission and strategic objectives. Responsibilities Develop and execute strategies for obtaining new project opportunities. Identify potential clients and project leads in targeted segments, research background data, prioritize pursuits with other Project Executives, and coordinate efforts with Marketing and Precon groups. Lead negotiated sales efforts including differentiation strategy, proposal management and interview preparation. Oversee all assigned project bids and new work proposals. Involve and utilize the estimating team in preparing budgets and proposals. Maintain positive working relationships with clients & architect and/or engineer contacts to facilitate successful project execution. Build effective relationships with clients, vendors, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support Company core values and meet or exceed the customer’s expectations. Actively participate in industry, client, and community events. Collaboratively lead project teams to achieve optimum results on projects and the highest levels of team accomplishment. Support and foster effective communication between field and office teams. Responsible for fostering company safety culture and accountability on all projects. Lead and motivate diverse teams to achieve high levels of performance. Establish and foster a team environment. Identify and communicate staffing needs, participate in company recruitment efforts, identify candidates and persuade them to join the company. Provide stewardship for, and be actively engaged in, company initiatives such as mentoring, succession planning and the development of team members for future career opportunities. Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within the boundaries of Company policies and procedures. Oversee the development of a comprehensive Project Schedule, regular updates, and manage delays to assure all projects are completed within the contractual duration. Direct multiple projects in various stages of development. Review work of Project Managers to ensure client satisfaction, contract terms, schedule terms and safety are consistent with Company agreements and policies. Advise and champion continuous improvement to enhance and improve company procedures, practices, policies. Desired Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent. 10+ years with a Top ENR General Contractor preferred. Extensive experience and knowledge working with regulatory agencies throughout the critical construction process. Ability to manage multiple projects at once while maintaining high levels of performance on cost, quality, and safety. Proven ability to manage and perform all aspects of construction operations and sales including proposals, interviews, estimating, scheduling, cost management, buyout, contract negotiations, and staff management. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to solve complex problems in a collaborative, team‑based culture. If you are interested in learning more and meet the qualification of the position requirements listed above, please reach out and we can schedule a quick call so you can better understand the company of record, their team, their history, track record, culture, strategies, vision and the opportunity for you and if it makes sense or not. All inquiries are confidential. #J-18808-Ljbffr