Project ExecutiveThe purpose of your role as a Project ExecutiveAs a Project Executive, you will provide high level project oversight, leadership to project management team, setting expectations & objectives as well as all financial aspects of assigned area/division. This individual is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects, business development, planning and talent development for team members.Manage Safety Compliance and foster a culture of safety:Perform site walkthroughs and inspectionsAssure site safety compliance by ensuring all safety requirements are being performed - this includes site specific safety plans, audits, tool box talks, pre-task planning and being proficient in using Industry SafeOperations Management:Ensure project teams manage all project documentation, preplanning, project hand-offs, prefab, job set-up, policies, procedures, schedules, resources, etc.Monitor and oversee project financial performance. Coach and advise PMs in preparation for monthly PM reviews.
Attend PM reviewsMonitor, encourage and promote safety on projectsImprove the success of negotiating changes on a given project by coaching, advising and leading team members through the process. Attend negotiations as neededOversee and/or perform pre-construction activitiesLeadership:Coach, mentor and develop team membersWork collaboratively with other leaders to plan for workforce needs to support and drive projectsCoach and manage performance and goals for team. Motivate and inspire team to achieve and surpass goalsBuild and cultivate an effective team to support and drive business goals/objectivesRecruit and interview candidates to build an effective teamStrategic Planning:Develop, lead and support strategic initiatives for the group, division and/or companyActively participate in various corporate strategic initiatives as assignedEstimation:Oversee and/or perform estimation process, ensuring team coordinates with suppliers, vendors and subcontractors to estimate projectsOversee and/or prepare estimates utilizing estimating softwareOversee and/or attend pre-bid, page turn, project turnover and preplanning meetings as requiredOversee and/or assist/prepare scope/proposal letterFinancial Management:Oversee and ensure all projects are meeting financial objectives, are tracked, monitored and reported on a regular basis.
This includes and is not limited to: Labor Productivity, Weekly PDCA, Risk Management, Communications, Purchasing, Billings, Collection Issues, PM ReviewsDevelop, Build & Maintain relationships:Develop and maintain relationships with key clients. (Owners and General Contractors)Actively participate in industry associations and networking eventsManage Sales Process:Plan, track and manage sales funnel along with resources needed to support itAs required, establish industry relationships to ensure project sales growth in the futureAttend customer outings and eventsCommunicate company interest and capabilities to potential customers for future projects and/or change ordersProvide leadership and oversight for all team proposals, including but not limited to estimating and proposal writingDrive division sales goals. Oversee management of key accounts accordinglyWhat we're looking for in youAssociate's degree in a technical field or journeyman-level certification requiredBachelor's degree in technical or construction management preferred10+ years of advanced knowledge and proficiency of building & construction industry10+ years of Construction Project Management experienceStrong understanding of mechanical systemsAbility to read and comprehend construction documentsUse/knowledge of Harris' accounting/project & labor management softwareExperience with project management software (e.g.
MS Project, MS Sharepoint, ProCor, etc.)Proficient with computer aided design softwareProficient in MS Office SuiteKnowledge of design techniques, tools and principles including company operations and financials, business finance, customer relations, business development and project sales strategies, legal aspects of construction industryYour life at HarrisAs one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.Harris Benefits + CompensationMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance401K with company matchVacation time, sick time, and paid holidaysPaid Parental leaveShort-Term Incentive PlanPay Range: $136,325 - $197,671 annuallyThe actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.