Project Executive

DPR Construction; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness benefits

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a Construction Project Executive with extensive experience in commercial construction, particularly within the Life Sciences and Healthcare sectors. The role involves overseeing project teams, ensuring cost management, and fostering team development.

Compensation ranges from $230,000.00 to $300,000.00, with benefits focused on employee health and wellness. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and be proficient with relevant project management tools.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project management/executive experience within DPR’s core markets.
• Experience in Life Sciences or Healthcare sector and working for a general contractor.
• Strong work ethic and 'can-do' attitude.

Responsibilities

• Managing all project team members including project managers and superintendents.
• Overseeing project teams ranging from 10–50 employees.
• Cost control, billing, change management, and status reporting.

Skills

Project management expertise

Communication skills

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Cost control

Team management

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field

Tools

Prolog

CMIC

Primavera

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking a Construction Project Executive with 15+ years of commercial construction experience to join our Bay Area business unit. The individual will be responsible for business development, contract negotiations, insurance requirements, and the high‑level execution, project controls, project engineering, cost, risk and business management of one or multiple projects in our Advanced Technology or Healthcare core markets.

Responsibilities

• Managing all project team members (project managers, project engineers, superintendents, field office coordinators).
• Overseeing project teams ranging from 10–50 employees, mentoring, developing and training team members for fast‑paced growth.
• 100% detailed/hands‑on knowledge of project requirements and deliverables, including building processes and systems.
• Cost control, billing, collections, change management, and monthly status reporting.
• Complete understanding of cost estimating, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Key point of contact with owner and architect, challenging and supporting on‑site and self‑perform work teams.
• Accountability for project completion, financials, critical success factors, and customer satisfaction.
• Active participation in regional operations (staffing, business planning, pre‑construction efforts, etc.).

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project management/executive experience within DPR’s core markets.
• Experience in Life Sciences or Healthcare sector and working for a general contractor.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor others and lead by example.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to create and support team morale.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software (Prolog or similar), accounting cost management software (CMIC or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• Strong work ethic and “can‑do” attitude.
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Ideally, experience with advanced technology or higher education markets.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a salaried position with an anticipated starting pay range of $230,000.00–$300,000.00, depending on experience and qualifications. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to support employee health and wellness. Eligibility and specific benefit programs vary for skilled craft, labor, experienced professionals and recent graduates.

EEO Statement

DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.