Job Description
Rycon Construction is an employee-owned company (ESOP) that provides construction management, general contracting, design-build, and program management services nationwide. An ENR Top 400 Contractor, ENR Top 100 Green Contractor, and BD+C Top 150 Contractor with nine offices, Rycon specializes in new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. From large-scale developments to small, fast-track interior fit-outs, Rycon is equipped to deliver a comprehensive range of services across all project types. Rycon's portfolio includes projects in aviation, healthcare, higher education, industrial/warehouse, commercial, multi-unit residential, student housing, food service/dining, data centers/mission critical, retail, financial, self-storage, government/municipality, and LEED facilities. We have an in-house Architectural Finishes & Specialty Fabrication Division that ships/installs nationally. We are seeking an experienced Special Projects Project Executive for our Charlotte office. The Project Executive will oversee Project Managers, Assistant Project Mangers, Project Engineers, project Superintendents and the day-to-day management of the projects they are assigned. The Project Executive will also protect and promote the interests of Rycon Construction in all matters on assigned projects, and to take actions as needed to ensure successful completion of the project.
What you will do:
Lead and support Special Projects Management teams (PMs, PEs, Supers, Admins); advise on purchasing, cost control, and daily operations. Ensure project procedures follow company policies and standards. Oversee schedules, ensuring accuracy, milestones, and timely updates. Review and manage owner contracts; resolve issues with leadership support as needed. Assist with subcontractor agreements and resolve contract markups. Evaluate team performance and staffing needs; clarify roles and responsibilities. Track project progress, budget, and schedule; resolve issues with PMs. Ensure timely and accurate handling of change orders. Identify cost issues and support preconstruction as needed. Monitor project profitability and report to leadership regularly. Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, and partners. Step in on escalated project issues when needed. Support business development with clients. Improve internal processes and operations. Oversee billing, payments, and coordination with accounting. Develop and mentor staff; conduct performance reviews. Coordinate with field teams to resolve issues and strengthen collaboration. Ensure safety coordination with the Safety Department. Attend project meetings to stay aligned on status and risks. Oversee project closeout, including final documentation, punch list, and payment. What you will need to be successful: Minimum of eight (8)+ years' experience managing multiple projects College degree in a construction/engineering field preferred, but not required Must have the ability to direct complex projects from concept to full closeout Ability to read and interpret blueprints Ability to create material take-offs Computer skills required: Microsoft Project. Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Procore Marketing and presentation skills Excellent communication skills Highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented problem solver At Rycon Construction, Inc. we believe outstanding employees build the foundation necessary for excellence in business. It is with this belief that we are always looking for the best qualified and most talented employees to become part of our team. Rycon offers advancement opportunities along with an excellent salary and benefits package that includes, medical, dental, vision, ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) and 401(k). Qualified candidates will be required to submit to a background screening upon acceptance of an offer. Rycon Construction Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Attention:
All third-party agencies, headhunters and recruiters Rycon Construction is not accepting candidate submission by unsolicited third parties to any company email address. All unsolicited candidates will be rejected, and Rycon Construction will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited candidates, nor will a contractual relationship be formed by the submission. Rycon Construction will not be obligated and will not under any circumstances pay any fees to said third party candidates in an unsolicited manner. Rycon Construction only forms contracts with recruiters with whom we have an established business relationship and with whom we have a signed agreement in place. All contact with Rycon Construction from third parties must be through our Human Resources department. Outside recruiters are not to contact hiring managers directly. Any contact made outside of Rycon's Human Resources department by a third party will cancel any future business relationship between the third party and Rycon Construction.
