Project Executive

Founded in 1891, Bulley & Andrews (B&A) is one of the nation’s most trusted and accomplished construction firms. Family-owned and operated, B&A offers a full-range of construction services including preconstruction, general contracting, construction management, VDC, masonry, and concrete restoration. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, B&A’s projects range from complex new construction and multi-phased renovation to sensitive historic restoration in nearly every building market. The attributes that set B&A apart are an unwavering commitment to client service, technical expertise, and strong relationships with the trade partner community.

About the role

The Project Executive is the senior member of the Project Team and has the most authority to deal with Owners, Architects, Engineers, Designers, Building Management, and Subcontractors. Project Executives are responsible for overall client relations and satisfaction, all financial matters relating to the project, and the growth and oversight of the Project Team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial health of projects under their control including ensuring adherence to budget, informing Client of budget issues, signing off on Subcontracts, Purchase Orders and Change Orders, and tracking expenditures, cash flow, and payments.
• Responsible for project schedule including informing Client and Architect of changes and getting necessary approvals, overseeing the Project Team to ensure adherence to schedule, conducting regular schedule reviews, and confirming impact on budget.
• Ensures all parties are honoring their commitments to time on a weekly basis to ensure there are no surprises or significant deviation.
• Responsible for final negotiation and buy-out of all required trades, approves Subcontractor proposals, and makes recommendations to Client/Architect.
• Overall responsibility to ensure a safe, clean, and hazard-free jobsite, conducts regular site visits to ensure standards of quality are being met, and maintains good relationships with building management and neighbors.
• Responsible for all aspects of Project Administration including ensuring correct set-up of new Projects, attending weekly job site meetings, delegating duties to Project Manager and Assistant Project Manager, ensuring proper upkeep of all logs and documentation, and reviewing all outgoing correspondence related to project.
• Ensures completion of all required project reports—accurate and on time.
• Evaluates cost effectiveness of managed teams.
• Ensures close-out of project, completion of all open items, and transition to Service & Maintenance.
• Acts as liaison with Client and Architect regarding project delays, force majeure, and all disputes. In all cases, consults with the Division Leader for direction prior to any discussions with Client or Architect.
• Provides expanded oversight to ensure all scopes are properly included or allowances are provided for, with a focus on the broadest term and the Company’s financial well-being.
• Responsible for the development of project personnel including performance evaluations and career path.
• Recruits the highest quality personnel to come to work for the Company in all positions in all divisions.
• Develops, in conjunction with the Executive Committee, staff development training programs including but not limited to safety training.
• Maintains morale within the overall workforce and identifies any areas needing improvement or enhancing.
• Investigates new subcontractors, vendors, designers, etc., who offer the highest quality craftsmanship in keeping with the Company mission. Actively develops these resources throughout North America and other international markets.
• Actively pursues the development of new projects within the existing group of Architects, Clients, Designers, etc., as well as pursues other new leads for their Division and other divisions following the Company’s cross-selling model.
• Keeps the Vice-President and President up to date on all activities in a timely manner.

Skills

• Highly effective communicator
• Leadership and positive role model
• Technical knowledge and the ability to learn/adapt to project/client needs
• Collaboration
• Solutions-oriented
• Responsive

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Optional pet insurance
• 401(k)-retirement savings plan with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Eleven annual holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday
• Two volunteer PTO days and company-led volunteer events

Pay

Bulley & Andrews is committed to transparency and equity in compensation practices. The final offer will consider a variety of factors, including experience, education, skill sets, certifications, market, and business needs. This position is eligible for an annual bonus incentive, vehicle allowance, and cell phone stipend.