Project Executive

Ruscilli Construction

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

HSA

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Wellness Program

PTO/Vacation

Referral Program

Professional Development Assistance

Job summary

Ruscilli Construction is seeking a Project Executive in Columbus to lead major construction programs from preconstruction to closeout. You will steer project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure safety and quality with a client-focused mindset.

The role requires experience as a Project Executive on K-12 projects, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments. You will mentor project managers and help drive profitability while upholding the Ruscilli Way.

Qualifications

Experience leading construction projects, preferably K-12 projects.
College or university program certificate or 2–4 years related experience or equivalent.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel; familiarity with Prolog PM System; scheduling knowledge; Primavera/Sure-Track a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage construction projects from preconstruction through completion.
Engage with clients early to drive sales and project goals.
Oversee budget to maximize profitability and schedule adherence.
Direct project teams and ensure adherence to company policies and quality standards.
Coordinate with operations, preconstruction and other departments; participate in design meetings and milestone planning.

Skills

Project Leadership

Team Management

Education

BSc/Related Degree (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Prolog PM System

Scheduling Techniques

Primavera

Sure-Track

Job description

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project Executive is responsible for leading successful construction projects from preconstruction through completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably, on schedule, and to a high standard of quality. This role provides strategic leadership to project teams, with responsibilities including early sales engagement with clients, budget management to maintain and maximize profitability, ongoing schedule analysis and communication, and quality control through the field team to ensure excellent work and customer satisfaction. The Project Executive collaborates closely with operations, preconstruction, and other departments and participates in design meetings, owner deliverables, contract development, and milestone planning while promoting the Ruscilli Way and ensuring compliance with company processes and procedures.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Experience serving as a Project Executive with K-12 construction experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Customer Relations

Business Development

Preconstruction Phase

Construction Phase

Project Team Management

Ensures that company policies and procedures are adhered to by all associates

Ensures that all associates are held to consistent standards based on position only

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises and mentors the Project Manager(s) to ensure the proper supervision of the project team members. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and hiring

recommendations to the Vice President, Construction Management; training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Fourth year college or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPUTER SOFTWARE SKILLS

Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, at an intermediate skill level. Must be/become proficient in all aspects of Prolog project management system. Working knowledge of scheduling techniques is required. Experience with Primavera or Sure-Track is a plus.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear; and see. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision.