Project Executive

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors, serving a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public sectors. The company specializes in heavy civil/industrial construction, including highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. With over 75 years of experience, Kokosing attracts top technical talent by offering challenging projects, superior quality, and attractive rewards. The company reports over $2.8 billion in annual sales and is committed to its workforce.

About the role

The Project Executive (“PX”) is a senior manager responsible for program oversight and delivery of one or more large-scale construction projects, primarily in the industrial and power sectors across the Midwestern U.S. This role involves travel throughout the Midwest and can be based in any of Kokosing’s regional offices. The PX may lead a single mega project or a portfolio of projects within a specific market segment, utilizing varied contract delivery methodologies (DBB, EPC, CMGC, CMAR, IPD, etc.). Responsibilities include coordination and oversight of subcontractors, self-performing construction trades, and building strong client relationships to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain project and company culture through active engagement, open communication, and support for all team members and stakeholders.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime clients to facilitate project delivery.
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• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within corporate and client guidelines.
• Confer with project staff to outline work plans, assign duties, and delegate authority.
• Establish work plans and staffing for each project phase; coordinate with senior management for recruitment and assignment of personnel.
• Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure progress on schedule and within budget.
• Review project proposals to determine timeframes, funding limitations, procedures, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Review status reports from project personnel and modify schedules or plans as needed.
• Prepare project reports for management, clients, or other stakeholders.
• Provide technical advice and resolve problems with project personnel.
• Coordinate project activities with governmental agencies and subcontractors.
• Analyze and execute CPM-based project schedules.
• Monitor and control construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendents to ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance.
• Represent the company in owner progress meetings.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts and project profitability.
• Lead and/or delegate leadership of project meetings.
• Mentor and assist with career development of team members.
• Participate in strategic planning for assigned markets.
• Perform additional assignments as directed by supervisors.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• PE and/or DBIA credentialing is a strong plus but not required.
• 10+ years of experience in construction, including knowledge of contracts, design, finance, and management.

Skills

• Ability to interpret regulations and company policies/standards.
• Apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry best practices, processes, and standards.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
• Business-oriented mindset with the ability to interface and communicate effectively with others.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Medical, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401K plan.