Project Executive

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company is looking for a Project Executive to oversee leadership for project performance, contract negotiations, and client relationships. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in general contracting.

Responsibilities include leading project acquisition, maintaining compliance with safety standards, and regular site visits to ensure project performance. Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are necessary, alongside a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15+ years of GC experience required.
• Must have experience on medium to large data center projects ($100M+).
• Ability to develop client relationships to gain future work.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for project performance and client relations.
• Lead project acquisition and participate in RFP process.
• Ensure compliance with corporate safety and quality standards.

Skills

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Effective negotiation and contract management

Strong prioritization and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Position: Project Executive – Data Center

This position will provide overall leadership for project performance, contract negotiations, client relations, budget, schedule, and trade partner management. The Project Executive will also lead and maintain compliance with corporate safety and quality standards and will serve as the direct point of contact for clients.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree – Construction Management or Engineering with a minimum of 15+ years of GC experience.
• Multiple medium to large data center project experience ($100M+) is required
• Must share our Core Values: Safety, Integrity, Passion, and Commitment.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, including the judgment to know when to elevate issues up the chain of command
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented, and the ability to multi-task
• Strong working knowledge of contract terms and legal provisions that impact project profitability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior management and clients
• A proven track record of motivating project team to exceed project goals
• Effective negotiation and contract management skills to represent the company with the Owner
• Self-Motivated, and self-confident
• Ability to develop client relationships to gain future work
• Ability to recruit and build a project team.

Primary Duties

• Project Acquisition
• Using industry contacts to generate leads
• Participate in RFP process
• Participate in Contract negotiations as needed
• Pre-Construction / Project Start-up
• Work with Pre-Con team to develop budgets and schedules
• Lead Turnover Meeting between Pre-Con and Project Team.
• Project Operations
• Thoroughly understand contract and ensure project team understands and is compliant
• Visit project site regularly to monitor performance
• Monitor and evaluate performance of project teamFull understanding of Accounts Receivable, Financial Forecasting and P&L for project
• Assist project staff with Baseline Schedule development
• Assist project team Lean/Last Planner processes
• Champion project safety program and performance
• Client Management
• Attend owner and project meetings, maintain continuous client communication?

Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements.

Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.