Project Executive - Aviation

Swinerton•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

This role involves the overall management of the operations and administration of assigned projects, with direct accountability for bottom-line profit. Swinerton is a 100% employee-owned construction company, established in 1888, known for shaping skylines and delivering award-winning projects across the United States. The company operates with accountability, integrity, and a passion for building. Swinerton fosters an integrated ecosystem of expertise, bringing together diverse professionals to provide innovative and efficient construction solutions for projects of any size, location, or complexity. Joining Swinerton means becoming part of a dynamic network of employee-owners committed to excellence, safety, and continuous growth, with investments in development, competitive benefits, and empowerment to make a meaningful impact on projects and communities.

Requirements

Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience
Field construction management experience (10 years, including supervisory skills)
Leadership ability
Problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency
Organizational and communication skills
Drafting and computer skills
Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating)

Responsibilities

Able to perform all essential Senior Project Manager responsibilities
Review and approve all estimates and schedules prepared for assigned negotiated projects and hard bid jobs.
Facilitate job turnover process from estimating to project team – sign off on budget& fee.
Supervise subcontract bidding and negotiations complying with Division procedures. Approve all subcontracts and major material purchase orders.
Review contract terms and conditions and assist Operations Manager in contract negotiations. Ensure that “recap of contract highlights” has been prepared.
Lead project planning, including conducting job start meetings and planning sessions.
Ensure that scheduling procedures are followed – baseline schedule, monthly updates, three week rolling schedule.
Ensure that cost control is set up and maintained in accordance with company standards.
Lead and supervise project mobilization and job set up. Ensure that project is properly staffed and that they have all the tools and resources needed.
Recruit, train, mentor and oversee supervision of qualified construction personnel.
Supervise the activities of project team to ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards and quality standards.
Make periodic job visits and reviews and report accurate status to Operations Manager. Enforce “Special Risk Alert Policy.”
Maintain a positive cash flow and ensure timely progress payments.
Ensure timely job closeout and closed job reports.
Ensure timely and accurate management reports, including “Jobs in Progress.”
Ensure each project team member’s compliance with their job descriptions and responsibilities and conduct formal employee performance evaluations for assigned staff.
Maintain continued client contact on current projects.
Work with Business Development to develop new or renewed client relationships.
Attend proposal presentations and assist in preparation of presentation materials (schedule, budgets, charts and graphs.)
Assist Division Manager in other non-operating functions as required.
Monitor and manage bottom line profit of assigned projects.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned