Construction Executive

Harris; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 136,325 - 197,671; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid parental leave

Short-term incentive plan

Job summary

Harris is seeking a Construction Executive to provide leadership and oversight on construction projects in Salt Lake City, Utah. The role includes managing project teams, ensuring financial performance, and promoting safety compliance.

Candidates should have strong construction management experience, adeptness in financial tracking, and proficiency in project management software.

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, 401K, and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of advanced knowledge and proficiency in the building & construction industry.
• 10+ years of Construction Project Management experience.
• Strong understanding of financial management in construction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction project management and financial performance.
• Manage safety compliance and promote a safety culture.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Building & construction proficiency

Understanding of mechanical systems

Construction document comprehension

Use of accounting/project management software

Project management software experience

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Design techniques knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree or journeyman-level certification

Bachelor’s degree in technical or construction management

Tools

MS Project

MS SharePoint

ProCor

Computer-aided design software

Job description

Job Description

As a Construction Executive, you will provide high‑level project oversight, leadership to the project management team, set expectations & objectives, and manage all financial aspects of the assigned area/division. This individual is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects, business development, planning and talent development for team members.

Manage Safety Compliance And Foster a Culture Of Safety

• Perform site walkthroughs and inspections.
• Assure site safety compliance by ensuring all safety requirements are being performed – this includes site‑specific safety plans, audits, toolbox talks, pre‑task planning and proficiency in using Industry Safe.

Operations Management

• Ensure project teams manage all project documentation, pre‑planning, project hand‑offs, prefab, job set‑up, policies, procedures, schedules, resources, etc.
• Monitor and oversee project financial performance. Coach and advise PMs in preparation for monthly PM reviews. Attend PM reviews.
• Monitor, encourage and promote safety on projects.
• Improve the success of negotiating changes on a given project by coaching, advising and leading team members through the process. Attend negotiations as needed.
• Oversee and/or perform pre‑construction activities.

Leadership

• Coach, mentor and develop team members.
• Work collaboratively with other leaders to plan for workforce needs to support and drive projects.
• Coach and manage performance and goals for the team. Motivate and inspire the team to achieve and surpass goals.
• Build and cultivate an effective team to support and drive business goals/objectives.
• Recruit and interview candidates to build an effective team.

Strategic Planning

• Develop, lead and support strategic initiatives for the group, division and/or company.
• Actively participate in various corporate strategic initiatives as assigned.

Estimation

• Oversee and/or perform estimation processes, ensuring the team coordinates with suppliers, vendors and subcontractors to estimate projects.
• Oversee and/or prepare estimates utilizing estimating software.
• Oversee and/or attend pre‑bid, page turn, project turnover and pre‑planning meetings as required.
• Oversee and/or assist/prepare scope/proposal letter.

Financial Management

• Oversee and ensure all projects are meeting financial objectives, are tracked, monitored and reported on a regular basis. This includes and is not limited to:
  • Labor Productivity
  • Weekly PDCA
  • Risk Management
  • Communications
  • Purchasing
  • Billings
  • Collection Issues
  • PM Reviews

Develop, Build & Maintain Relationships

• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients (Owners and General Contractors).
• Actively participate in industry associations and networking events.

Manage Sales Process

• Plan, track and manage sales funnel along with resources needed to support it.
• As required, establish industry relationships to ensure project sales growth in the future.
• Attend customer outings and events.
• Communicate company interest and capabilities to potential customers for future projects and/or change orders.
• Provide leadership and oversight for all team proposals, including but not limited to estimating and proposal writing.
• Drive division sales goals. Oversee management of key accounts accordingly.

What We're Looking For In You

• Associate’s degree in a technical field or journeyman‑level certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree in technical or construction management preferred.
• 10+ years of advanced knowledge and proficiency in the building & construction industry.
• 10+ years of Construction Project Management experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents.
• Use/knowledge of Harris’ accounting/project & labor management software.
• Experience with project management software (e.g. MS Project, MS SharePoint, ProCor, etc.).
• Proficient with computer‑aided design software.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles
  • Company operations and financials
  • Business finance
  • Customer relations
  • Business development and project sales strategies
  • Business administration and management principles including, but not limited to:
  • Legal aspects of construction industry

Harris Benefits + Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Paid Parental leave.
• Short‑Term Incentive Plan.

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range

$136,325.00 - $197,671.25

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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