Project Executive, Data Centers

E-J Electric Installation Co.; Kingdom City (MO); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and 401K benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Performance bonus opportunity

Job summary

The E-J Group is seeking a Project Executive for data center construction in Kingdom City, MO. You will lead large-scale electrical construction, drive budgets and schedules, and manage client relationships across hyperscale projects.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in electrical project management, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering mission-critical facilities with safety and profitability in mind.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or another related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of project management experience, preferably within electrical construction.
• Experience delivering large-scale Mission Critical or hyperscale data center electrical projects strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational oversight of large-scale electrical construction activities within a hyperscale data center environment.
• Provide leadership in client management, project execution, financial performance, reporting, workforce planning, and analysis.
• Maintain overall responsibility for project budgets, schedules, profitability, and successful delivery of the electrical scope.
• Actively manage the workload, professional development, and client development skills of project management staff.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership to ensure electrical construction activities remain on schedule and within budget.
• Promote positive customer relations by dealing professionally and fairly with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and project partners.

Skills

Electrical construction

Project management

Budgeting/forecasting

Client relations

Leadership

Safety management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About E-J

The E-J Group is active in all facets of electrical contracting, bringing experience, expertise, and a national reputation to projects that range in size up to more than $1 billion. With over 4,500 employees across 33 offices nationwide, E-J delivers full-service electrical solutions for mission critical / data centers, rail systems, transit facilities, office buildings, hospitals, power generation, substations, transmission and distribution, renewables, co-generation facilities, roadway and outdoor specialty work, airports, industrial facilities, chip plants, universities, sports stadiums, extra high voltage distribution, utility, and gas infrastructure. At E-J, three generations of family expertise have built an organization that combines practical knowledge with modern technological innovation, providing rapid and efficient solutions for today’s lighting, power, energy, and communication needs. E-J has over a 125-year reputation for integrity, quality, and exceptional service in the electrical field. To learn more, visit www.ej1899.com.

Title/Role:

Project Executive, Data Centers

Division:

Clean Energy

Location:

Kingdom City, MO

Reporting to:

Vice President/Division Manager

Position Summary:

The Project Executive is responsible for providing leadership and oversight for the strategic and day-to-day operations of electrical construction, Project Management, and Project Administration activities supporting a large-scale hyperscale data center project. This position has overall responsibility for the successful delivery of the electrical scope, including maintaining budgets, schedules, profitability, workforce planning, client relationships, and overall project performance. The Project Executive will provide leadership to project management and field teams while ensuring the project meets established safety, quality, financial, and operational objectives.

What You'll Do:

• Provide operational oversight of large-scale electrical construction activities within a hyperscale data center environment.
• Provide leadership in the areas of client management, project execution, financial performance, reporting, workforce planning, and analysis.
• Maintain overall responsibility for project budgets, schedules, profitability, and successful delivery of the electrical scope.
• Actively manage the workload, professional development, and client development skills of project management staff.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership to ensure electrical construction activities remain on schedule and within budget.
• Promote positive customer relations by dealing professionally and fairly with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and project partners.
• Initiate, execute, and document project start-up meetings.
• Manage and maintain subcontractor and vendor relationships.
• Perform regular project reviews with project teams to ensure adherence to schedules, quality of work, safety, administration, and profitability.
• Analyze available and qualified personnel and make specific project assignments to meet project and manpower needs.
• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents with the resolution of project-specific issues and requests.
• Oversee customer relations and change order negotiations.
• Monitor project financial performance, forecasting, cost controls, and risk.
• Represent the organization and project in meetings with clients, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Participate in project senior management meetings.
• Provide leadership and oversight throughout the full electrical construction lifecycle, from project start-up through commissioning and closeout.
• Schedule, facilitate, and document project closeout meetings.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities based on the needs of the project and organization.

What You'll Need to be Successful:

• Strong background in large-scale electrical construction and project execution.
• Ability to lead complex electrical projects within fast-paced Mission Critical and hyperscale data center environments.
• Strong personal integrity and the ability to create and lead a culture of collaboration both internally and externally.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical construction safety protocols and procedures.
• Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, scheduling, change management, workforce planning, and risk management.
• Ability to lead Project Managers, Superintendents, and other project leadership personnel.
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to develop and maintain relationships with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of management, staff, clients, vendors, and project stakeholders.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or another related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of project management experience, preferably within electrical construction.
• Experience delivering large-scale Mission Critical or hyperscale data center electrical projects strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical construction technology, scheduling, equipment, methods, and project execution.
• Proven experience mentoring and managing Project Managers and project teams.
• Experience managing project financials, budgets, forecasting, and profitability.
• Experience overseeing manpower planning and project resource allocation.
• Business development and significant client interaction experience a plus.
• A combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.

Working Conditions:

• This position is performed primarily within active construction environments.
• Activity may include sitting for extended periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, and bending.
• Work may be conducted in both office and active jobsite environments with varying conditions.
• Noise levels can vary and may be elevated on active construction sites.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Advantages of Working at E-J:

• Leading Electrical Contracting Organization Nationwide
• Oldest Family-Owned and Operated Electric Contractor since 1899
• Job training and mentorship
• Competitive compensation packages
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and 401K plan
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Merit-Based Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Salary Range:

$190k - $230k/year + subsistence

The E-J Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The E-J Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.