Project Executive

Cadence McShane Corp; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence McShane Corp is looking for a seasoned Project Executive in Austin, Texas. This role demands over 10 years of experience in managing the entire construction process - from selling to design, ensuring contract compliance, safety, and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Civil Engineering or a related field, with a deep understanding of commercial projects and strong client relations skills. If you thrive in a dynamic environment while ensuring quality and safety standards, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience managing commercial projects, education (K-12), and/or multi-family and senior living.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, structural, civil, landscaping, and architectural plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage all activities associated with selling, designing, and managing the construction process.
• Oversee contract administration, client relations, and project scheduling.
• Implement and monitor procedures to ensure safety on job sites.

Skills

Project Management

Cost Management

Schedule Management

Quality Management

Safety Management

Client Relations

Team Management

Effective Communication

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Description

Cadence McShane Construction is seeking Project Executives with 10+ years’ experience to manage all activities associated with selling, designing, and managing all aspects of the construction process. Responsibilities include contract administration, client relations, and the management of the construction project schedule, quality, cost, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Contract Administration: Implement the terms and conditions of the contract based upon established systems, policies, and procedures. Includes bidding, negotiating and preparing contract documents, defining and monitoring compliance with documentation requirements, defining and monitoring compliance with the submittal process, and project close-out.
• Cost Management: Manage all or part of the cost of a planning, design, and construction process to remain within the owner's budget, including cost estimating, cost reporting, cost breakouts, pay requests, cash flow analysis, change orders, labor budgets and forecasts.
• Schedule Management: Monitor and manage the project schedule throughout the course of the project to ensure it is completed in compliance with the contract terms. Includes identifying the major components of the project, their sequence, and durations; utilizing scheduling software; scheduling subcontractors and deliveries; resolving time conflict issues; and scheduling staffing.
• Quality Management: Review, inspect, and test project systems, materials, documents, techniques, and workmanship to ensure conformance to the plans, specifications, and applicable standards. Includes the Quality Control Plan, review of shop drawings and submittals, field inspections, material acceptance, and punch list completion.
• Safety Management: Implement and monitor procedures to protect the health and safety of jobsite employees, visitors, and the general public. Includes the jobsite safety plan, safety inspections, subcontractor insurance compliance, OSHA compliance, and maintaining current OSHA training.
• Client Relations: Build and maintain positive relationships with clients based on trust and value through communication, client service, and performance. May participate in preparing or contributing to the development of proposals and proposal materials.
• Project Team Management: Manage the project team, delegating tasks to appropriately support the project goals and train less experienced team members to help further their career growth.

Requirements

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• 10+ years’ experience as a Project Manager, managing commercial projects, education (K‑12) and/or multi‑family and senior living.
• Requires knowledge and understanding of electrical, mechanical, structural, civil, landscaping, and architectural plans as they relate to schedules, cost, performance, and aesthetics.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work productively with clients, owners, project professionals, and field and office staff.
• Ability to proactively identify problems and propose possible solutions.
• Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and email software.