Construction Project Executive - Central Texas

EBCO General Contractor; Cameron, Bryan (TX, TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

EBCO General Contractor is seeking a senior Project Executive to lead a construction division from the Cameron and/or College Station offices. This role oversees strategy, planning, and delivery across multiple projects, acting as the primary client contact.

The ideal candidate brings a decade of relevant experience, strong leadership, risk management, and a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Requires strategic planning and execution capabilities.
• Strong communication and leadership skills essential.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and levels within the org.
• Demonstrated ethics, accountability, and growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee project teams (field and office staff).
• Identify risks, develop contingency plans, mitigate disruptions.
• Outline work plans, assign duties, and delegate authority.
• Manage project budget, monitor costs, and drive cost savings.
• Develop and maintain detailed schedules, identify critical paths.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with specs/standards.
• Visit sites regularly to monitor progress and safety.
• Collaborate with business development on proposals and bids.
• Develop and execute project strategies aligned with company goals.

Skills

Strategic planning

Effective communicator

Cross-functional collaboration

Trust & credibility

Leadership & change management

Urgency & problem solving

Autonomy

Self-driven

Ethical & accountable

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction science or relevant field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Cameron, TX 76520

Our Project Executives are responsible for several projects and their corresponding teams in a particular industry or sector. This position is to oversee a construction division and will operate out of our Cameron and/or College Station office.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Executive is a Senior leader responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of a department, planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals, meet quality standards, and are delivered within budget and timeframe. Our Project Executives also act as a key point of contact for clients.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and Manage for Accountability

• Lead and oversee the project teams, including field and office operations staff
• Identify potential risks, develop contingency plans, and proactively address issues to minimize project disruptions
• Confers with project staff to outline work plans, assign duties/responsibilities and delegate authority

Project Delivery

• Manage project budget, monitor costs, identify potential cost overruns, and implement cost-saving measures.
• Develop and maintain a detailed project schedule, identify critical path items, and ensure timely project completion.
• Implement quality control measures to guarantee project deliverables meet specifications and industry standards.
• Regularly visit the construction site to monitor progress, identify safety concerns, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with the business development team to prepare proposals and bids for new projects.

Customer Relations

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and expectations to ensure project alignment.
• Participate in contract negotiations with preconstruction services and clients.
• Ensure consistent performance, project delivery (preconstruction and construction) will exceed client expectations. Responsible for all corporate commitments and follow-through.

Strategic Direction & Execution

• Develop and implement comprehensive project strategies, aligning project goals with the company's broader strategic objectives.
• Influence team growth and development throughout department utilizing training tools, people services, and encouragement

Culture

• Foster a positive team culture, promote collaboration, and support professional development within the project team

QualificationsDesired Competencies

• Strategic planning and execution
• Effective and influential communicator
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionality
• Ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization
• Effective leadership and change management capabilities
• Sense of urgency and passion for improvement and problem solving
• Ability to function autonomously
• Self-driven and motivated
• Ethical and accountable
• Growth mindset and open to feedback

Knowledge, Education, Skills & Abilities Required

• Bachelor’s degree in construction science or other relevant degree – encouraged, but not required
• At least 10 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent communication, great leadership skills
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with the ability to deal with rapidly changing business conditions.