Job Description Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Executive to lead our Atlanta Public/Civic Market division. This role is crucial in expanding our market share and securing high-profile public and civic projects in the region. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record in business development, project management, and cross-divisional collaboration.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Able to perform all essential Senior Project Manager responsibilities
• Review and approve all estimates and schedules prepared for assigned negotiated projects and hard bid jobs.
• Facilitate job turnover process from estimating to project team – sign off on budget& fee.
• Supervise subcontract bidding and negotiations complying with Division procedures. Approve all subcontracts and major material purchase orders.
• Review contract terms and conditions and assist Operations Manager in contract negotiations. Ensure that “recap of contract highlights” has been prepared.
• Lead project planning, including conducting job start meetings and planning sessions.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the public and civic sectors.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies

• Ensure that scheduling procedures are followed – baseline schedule, monthly updates, three week rolling schedule.
• Ensure that cost control is set up and maintained in accordance with company standards.
• Lead and supervise project mobilization and job set up. Ensure that project is properly staffed and that they have all the tools and resources needed.
• Recruit, train, mentor and oversee supervision of qualified construction personnel.
• Supervise the activities of project team to ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards and quality standards.
• Make periodic job visits and reviews and report accurate status to Operations Manager. Enforce “Special Risk Alert Policy.”
• Maintain a positive cash flow and ensure timely progress payments.
• Ensure timely job closeout and closed job reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate management reports, including “Jobs in Progress.”
• Ensure each project team member’s compliance with their job descriptions and responsibilities and conduct formal employee performance evaluations for assigned staff.
• Maintain continued client contact on current projects.
• Work with Business Development to develop new or renewed client relationships.

• Develop and implement pursuit strategies to maximize win rates for public and civic projects.
• Attend proposal presentations and assist in preparation of presentation materials (schedule, budgets, charts and graphs.)
• Assist Division Manager in other non-operating functions as required.
• Monitor and manage bottom line profit of assigned projects.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience
• Construction management experience (15 years) with 5+ years in public, civic and education projects
• Leadership ability
• Problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency
• Organizational and communication skills
• Drafting and computer skills
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
• Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating)

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

This role is eligible for the following benefits:  medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership.  Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.