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Kiewit
Construction Project Executive - Building Group
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A Director of Construction is a high-level manager who directs construction projects from project planning through completion. Manages project budget and schedule; works closely with architects, engineers, trades workers, and clients; supervises construction on site and manages subcontractors; coordinates permits and regulatory compliance as needed for projects.
$154,648 / year median in Texas
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Requisition ID:
181845Job Level:
Executive Home District/Group:
Kiewit Building Group Department:
Field Operations Market:
Building Employment Type:
Full Time Position Overview As a Project Executive, you will work with various Project Management team members from different projects to manage the overall performance for commercial construction projects and have direct client relations responsibility. You will also provide an oversight of the estimation and complete project management of multiple project teams. Other common names for this role: Project Director, Sponsor, Senior Project Manager, Construction ExecutiveDistrict Overview Kiewit Building Group specializes in vertical construction, we build office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, government buildings, science and technology facilities, retail and special-use facilities, and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Our capabilities include all facets of construction and engineering including general contracting, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Location This position will be based out of our Regional office in Westlake, TX. Regional travel will be required.Responsibilities
- Provides executive leadership with strategy development and business initiatives within the organization.
- Provides oversight and senior management for multiple construction teams through the preconstruction and construction process.
- Senior Project Management responsibility for the project performance: financial, schedule, construction execution, and client relations.
- Ensures that staffing resources are sufficient on projects and assists in employee development, recruiting, and retention.
- Leads all aspects of Kiewit's safety culture and a commitment to Nobody Gets Hurt.
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- Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities, potential clients, and industry trends.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with potential clients, including developers, architects, engineers, and contractors.
- Build trusted advisor relationships with key client executives through content-driven discussions aligned to the client's priorities and relevant trends.
- Create strategies for community partnerships to ensure Kiewit has diverse presence.
- Provide Strategic plans for new business opportunities and fosters new client relationships.
- Serves as the primary client relationship manager, who builds long-term relationships with new and existing clients to generate new business opportunities.
- Oversight and Collaboration during the Preconstruction, Estimating, and proposal development process for new and existing business opportunities.
- Leads Contract negotiations, solutions and development
- Involvement in the community and industry as an influential leader through participation in organizations and memberships. Qualifications
- 15+ years' experience in the vertical construction market, preferably in the localized region.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Construction Management;
Business:
Finance, OR similar type experience in a related position that provides knowledge and experience required for this position- Strong business acumen and the ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities
- Prior experience serving as Project Manager, Design Manager, Director of Estimating, or Project Director of construction teams, where responsibilities include construction, engineering, estimating, contracts management, and client relations
- Knowledge of commercial construction standards including scheduling, contracts, coordinating and managing all disciplines and subcontractors
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Competent in the use of computer software applications used for project control and administration, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook
- Staff Management
- Project Management
- Business Process Management
- Business Administration
- Public Speaking and Presentations #LI-TD28 Working Conditions