Project Executive - Commercial & Industrial

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Project Executive is a Senior leader responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of a department, planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals, meet quality standards, and are delivered within budget and timeframe, and acting as a key point of contact for clients.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and Manage for Accountability:

• Lead and oversee the project teams, including field and office operations staff
• Identify potential risks, develop contingency plans, and proactively address issues to minimize project disruptions
• Confers with project staff to outline work plans, assign duties/responsibilities and delegate authority

Project Delivery:

• Manage project budget, monitor costs, identify potential cost overruns, and implement cost-saving measures.
• Develop and maintain a detailed project schedule, identify critical path items, and ensure timely project completion.
• Implement quality control measures to guarantee project deliverables meet specifications and industry standards.
• Regularly visit the construction site to monitor progress, identify safety concerns, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with the business development team to prepare proposals and bids for new projects.

Customer Relations:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and expectations to ensure project alignment.
• Participate in contract negotiations with preconstruction services and clients.
• Ensure consistent performance, project delivery (preconstruction and construction) will exceed client expectations. Responsible for all corporate commitments and follow-through.

Strategic Direction & Execution:

• Develop and implement comprehensive project strategies, aligning project goals with the company's broader strategic objectives.
• Influence team growth and development throughout department utilizing training tools, people services, and encouragement

Culture:

• Foster a positive team culture, promote collaboration, and support professional development within the project team.

Desired Competencies:

• Strategic planning and execution
• Effective and influential communicator
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionality
• Ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization
• Effective leadership and change management capabilities
• Sense of urgency and passion for improvement and problem solving
• Ability to function autonomously  
• Self-driven and motivated
• Ethical and accountable
• Growth mindset and open to feedback

Knowledge, Education, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction science or other relevant degree – encouraged, but not required
• At least 10 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent communication, great leadership skills
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with the ability to deal with rapidly changing business conditions.