Project Executive

J Benton Construction

About The Position

As a J. Benton Project Executive (PX) you will provide overall direction and supervision of projects including oversight of Project Managers, Engineers, and Administrators, establish operational priorities, maintain satisfactory relationships with owners, OPM’s, subcontractors, consultants, establish and execute plans for financial success. The PX assumes overall accountability for jobsite safety and quality and managing critical issues as they arise. The PX will direct project reporting requirements, assist with the development of standard operating procedures for the Project Management Department, and lead business development pursuits, proposals and interviews.

Requirements

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex product offerings
Proactive, self-motivated, forward-thinking, with a willingness to take the initiative.
Outstanding problem-solving abilities.
Proven track record of leading and managing successful projects and teams, from start to completion
Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects at once
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field required,
15 + years’ experience in the lead management role for a construction manager or CM at Risk firm
Experience leading multiple project teams on large scale projects
Proficient in Cost Reporting required
Thorough understanding and usage of Microsoft Office required
Basic understanding of Schedule software, principles and logic required

Responsibilities

Utilize industry contacts and relationships to generate leads and pursue business development
Lead the work acquisition process including development of profitability plans, coordination with inter-department staff, oversight proposal development, and management of interview preparation activities.
Identify and communicate RFP pursuit strategy to inform project approach, staffing, estimate, risks, schedule, and logistics development.
Assign qualified staff to properly manage project scope and
Manage the preconstruction phase working closely with preconstruction and estimating teams to develop project budgets, schedules, logistics, identify project risks, and coordinate constructability reviews.
Provide oversight across all phases of the project from preconstruction to close-out, providing continuity from start to finish.
Establish a customer satisfaction action plan and ensure proper
Identify project challenges and suggest solutions to achieve project objectives and
Negotiate owner contracts and oversee administration of subcontract
Provide high-level supervision across multiple Lead and direct as needed to ensure goals are established and project objectives are met.
Oversee and attend weekly owner meetings and visit project sites regularly to monitor project performance, costs, schedule, quality, safety, and project profitability. Provide leadership in responding to challenges and address client concerns.
Maintain client contact throughout the project duration to encourage communication and gauge team performance.
Build and maintain relationships with owners, OPM’s, consultants, Government Authorities and
Mentor, train, and coach staff to meet/exceed performance standards and to attain professional growth. Perform performance evaluations for reports every 6 months.
Ensure staff is trained and in compliance with corporate Standard Operating
Assist in sourcing, screening and interviewing of potential new hire