Project Executive

Southland Industries • San Francisco, CA

3d

About The Position

The Project Executive is the senior leader responsible for delivering Southland Industries’ most complex, high-profile, and strategically important construction projects. The role provides executive oversight of project performance, client relationships, financial outcomes, risk management, and team development, and serves as Southland’s senior representative and primary point of contact for owners, partners, and other stakeholders. The Project Executive leads project teams through preconstruction, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout to ensure safe, profitable delivery and strong customer satisfaction.

The role leads project teams and coordinates design, trades, and subcontractors; applies Lean construction principles and continuous-improvement practices; and develops repeat client relationships. The Project Executive supports business development and project pursuits, manages major project functions and financial reporting, negotiates contract change orders, and mentors team members. The position also supports Connected Solutions strategies and helps secure maintenance contracts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management and at least 10 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, 15–20 years of experience in Construction Management.
• Proven ability to manage very large projects or multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to train and develop successful project teams.
• Demonstrated ability to plan projects proactively and positively affect project success.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering systems, including HVAC and plumbing, as they relate to construction of large projects.
• Ability to estimate large jobs in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management and present proposals and sales presentations.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to create a sense of urgency within a project team.
• Results-oriented personal skill set.
• Experience managing large Guaranteed Maximum Price projects.
• Experience with common software, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including CAD drawings, blueprints, and submittals.
• Membership in an industry organization such as DBIA, LCI, CPMCA, ASHRAE, or ASPE.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large project or oversee a team delivering multiple projects, serving as Southland’s senior representative and primary point of contact.
• Lead the project team, delegate responsibilities, and mentor and develop team members.
• Apply Lean tools and practices, including A3 development, choosing by advantages, 5-why, and Last Planner System sessions; learn and teach new Lean concepts and processes.
• Coordinate design, trade, and subcontractor interactions.
• Develop and implement procedural systems and strategies for continuous improvement in project-team and overall project performance.
• Develop Customers for Life and a clearly defined repeat-client base, and assist in securing future work.
• Support the Sales team during project pursuits, including presentations, estimate input, and client input.
• Communicate project status and other job-related information to clients.
• Manage critical project functions, including equipment selection and subcontractor procurement.
• Manage budget analysis and reports, cost and revenue projections, manpower curves, change orders, and construction plans.
• Negotiate and manage contract change orders and take responsibility for cost-impact issues.
• Understand, support, and execute Connected Solutions strategies.
• Initiate contact with and support Envise in securing maintenance contracts.
• Lead preparation and presentation of monthly project reviews to division leadership.
• Own the contract and mentor the team in understanding and working within its scope.
• Lead preconstruction activities and perform value engineering analyses.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match, no cap, and immediate 100% vesting.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 100% paid for the employee.
• Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability.
• Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance.
• Disability income protection insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans for health and dependent care.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior