Senior Construction Executive — Water & Wastewater

Clark Construction Group; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Water seeks a Construction Executive to lead all field operations on a project, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time, on-budget delivery. You will supervise self-performed and contracted work, align crews with contract documents and schedules, and foster a culture of safety across teams.

This role requires guiding multi-disciplinary teams, mentoring staff, and building strong client relationships while upholding Clark's standards of excellence.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline or relevant work experience.
• 12+ years of experience working on wastewater treatment projects.
• Experience leading large dam/reservoir/heavy civil project can also be considered.
• 6+ years leading, developing and motivating teams.
• In depth knowledge of the construction process to include scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable safety and building regulations (i.e. OSHA).
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams & followership, sets direction and executes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the timely and cost-effective installation of the contracted work of the project or multiple projects
• Implement safety programs and conduct regular safety inspections to ensure all working conditions and work practices are in compliance with company, contract, and government regulations
• Implement a culture of safety and quality among Clark employees and subcontractors
• Create a plan to successfully sequence the work, manage jobsite logistics, and track materials & personnel
• Maintain a high quality of work consistent with project and company standards
• Takes initiative and personal responsibility to deliver a project on schedule and on budget
• Develop and update the project schedule and exhibit a command of critical schedule milestones
• Communicate the schedule effectively with contractors and project stakeholders. Lead multi-disciplinary meetings to gain universal buy-in on the project schedule. Develop and maintain recovery schedules
• Manage, mentor, and develop team members to build a highly functioning team
• Cultivate and build new and existing client relationships. Manage interpersonal relationships with executive leadership and clients
• Maintain professionalism while representing the company and team in internal and external meetings and interactions
• Possess expert knowledge of the owner contract, subcontracts and vendor agreements
• Participate in the development and maintenance of staff charts, general conditions, project costs, and demonstrate understanding of KPI for the project
• Participate in close out activities including punch list and building operations training
• Participate in marketing proposals and presentations
• Demonstrate advanced problem-solving capabilities in finding ways to overcome constant obstacles, issues, and conflicts on the job. Identify long-term risks and find ways to advance the project plan to neutralize conflict and issues
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions in an effective & timely manner, to develop talent and to instill accountability, while maintaining the highest levels of integrity
• Uses expertise to lead and create a vision that aligns the team to deliver a timely and cost-effective project. Create a project site environment that inspires the team to perform at their best
• A proven people leader with senior level experience in attracting, developing, and engaging diverse talent by fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture based on trust and respect
• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work
• Exceed our stakeholders’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Safety compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Engineering/Construction degree

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

FieldWire

Bluebeam

P6

Job description

Clark Water seeks a Construction Executive to lead all field operations on a project, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time, on-budget delivery. You will supervise self-performed and contracted work, align crews with contract documents and schedules, and foster a culture of safety across teams.

This role requires guiding multi-disciplinary teams, mentoring staff, and building strong client relationships while upholding Clark's standards of excellence.