Construction Project Executive

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc. • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Weitz Company is seeking a Project Executive to join our Denver, CO business unit. This candidate will ideally have experience in market sectors such as processing advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, and emerging markets throughout the United States. Candidates must be well-versed and experienced in Design-Build and Target Value Delivery (TVD). The Project Executive is responsible for the overall success of assigned projects by overseeing the construction operations while providing leadership and management direction. This role develops project team members, identifies continuous improvement opportunities, and assists with the creation of a business unit strategic growth plan and budget. The Project Executive typically reports to the Director of Operations.

Requirements

• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of construction industry experience is required.
• Experience as the Senior Manager, Project Executive, or Director on $50M-$200M projects is required.
• Proven history of leading others successfully and teaching, developing, and mentoring others.
• Industrial construction project experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent leadership skills with a desire to mentor, coach, and develop a team.
• Ability to resolve conflicts, network with clients, and have a high degree of self-motivation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Business acumen and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans for large-scale construction projects.
• Manage project teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including senior management, clients, and regulatory authorities.
• Monitor and control construction through administrative direction of on-site field management staff to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
• Manage and support proposal creation and the development of client presentations.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect the company’s interest and maintain good relationships with Clients.
• Provide leadership and direction to preconstruction teams in analyzing value to the customer, opportunities, and risk.
• Coordinate project commissioning and handover activities.
• Manage project closeout activities.
• Maintain a strong network of industry-related contacts for the purpose of expanding business opportunities.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees