Project Executive

Confidential; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a senior management leader to oversee Project Management, Operations, and Equipment for large-scale heavy civil construction. The role focuses on profitability, operational excellence, and high client satisfaction, with responsibility for staffing, budgeting, and safety across projects.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in heavy civil construction, a Civil Engineering-related degree (MBA preferred), and strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• MBA preferred.
• Professional Engineer’s License is a plus.
• Minimum of fifteen years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, including estimating, project management, scheduling, and cost control.
• Strong financial background with experience managing corporate and project budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to lead construction operations and large project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead PM, Field Operations, and Equipment functions to ensure profitability and client satisfaction.
• Develop and execute corporate strategy while supporting effective company-wide performance management.
• Oversee staffing, budgeting, and financial management across all projects.
• Conduct project reviews and audits, monitor margins, costs, schedules, and performance; implement corrective actions.
• Promote safety culture and ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations.
• Mentor Project Managers, Engineers, and Superintendents and drive professional development.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Project management

Cost control

Budget management

Safety culture

Client relationship mgmt

Negotiation

Communication skills

Engineering coordination

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management degree

MBA preferred

Professional Engineer's License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction management software

Project management software

Estimating software

Job description

As a senior management leader, this role oversees Project Management, Operations, and Equipment functions for large scale heavy civil construction projects. The primary focus is on achieving profitability objectives, maintaining operational excellence, and ensuring a high level of client satisfaction.

• Contribute to the development and execution of corporate strategy while supporting effective company wide performance management.
• Establish and execute short term and long term operational objectives aligned with overall organizational strategy.
• Provide leadership and oversight of Project Management, Field Operations, and Equipment functions.
• Ensure appropriate project staffing, equipment maintenance and delivery, financial management, and client relationship management across all projects.
• Provide comprehensive leadership to Project Managers, Engineers, and Superintendents, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. Evaluate employee performance and support professional development and training.
• Conduct regular project reviews and audits, monitoring project margins, costs, schedules, and financial performance. Implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Collaborate with engineering leadership and Project Managers to address cost overruns, delays, scope changes, and other significant project challenges.
• Implement engineering recommendations and develop effective solutions to complex operational and technical challenges that require senior level oversight.
• Work closely with engineering and project leadership to promote technical and operational excellence through established quality assurance processes.
• Ensure consistent understanding and implementation of organizational policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all projects and ensure compliance with established safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Develop and maintain a strong professional network within the industry and actively participate in industry and civic organizations to strengthen professional relationships and community involvement.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• Professional Engineer's License is a plus.
• Minimum of fifteen years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, including estimating, project management, scheduling, and cost control.
• Strong financial background with experience managing corporate and project budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead construction operations and large project teams.
• Excellent project management and operational leadership skills.
• Strong leadership abilities with an emphasis on team development, employee growth, and performance management.
• Strong negotiation, decision making, and problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive results through others while maintaining a strategic perspective focused on three to five year organizational objectives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, construction management, project management, and estimating software.
• Ability to interpret technical data, construction drawings, architectural specifications, contracts, and legal documents.
• Advanced knowledge of the heavy civil construction industry and related project delivery practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, including frequent telephone communication.