Construction Executive (Civil)

About the role

As a Construction Executive at Clark Civil, you will lead and oversee all field operations on multiple projects to ensure an exceptional project is delivered to our clients. You will supervise self-performed and contracted work ensuring compliance with contract documents and the project schedule while also implementing a culture of safety and quality.

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
• 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 Key Performance Indicators (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
• Demonstrate 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

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline or relevant work experience
• 12+ years of experience working on heavy civil or infrastructure projects
• 6+ years leading, developing and motivating teams
• In depth knowledge of the construction process to include scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel
• Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively across multiple audiences. Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of construction management software platforms & tools including Procore, PlanGrid, FieldWire, Bluebeam, and P6
• Clark Civil Clark Civil performs heavy/civil work including airport, heavy rail, light rail, bridges, interstate road work, electrical substations and transmission & distribution, interstate road work, water and wastewater treatment, and facilities projects ranging from $10 million to $500 million
• Clark Civil's projects are led by an experienced heavy/civil technical staff and supported by a multidisciplinary, in-house team
• Clark Civil is a division of Clark Construction Group, LLC