Project Executive, Mission Critical

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in business judgment and all financial and profitability aspects of projects under your jurisdiction
• Participate extensively in and the work acquisition process, working to define and develop project budgets and schedules that will achieve profitability objectives taking into account project-specific challenges
• Set appropriate milestones and assign staff qualified to handle the scope and complexity of the project
• Work closely with clients, owners, architects, and subcontractors to develop relationships that exceeds the client satisfaction to Suffolk’s demanding standards
• Oversee all necessary resources throughout the entire project from start-up through closeout and ensure that the Owner’s expectations regarding budget, schedule, and quality, as well as Suffolk’s profitability objectives are met or exceeded
• Ensure that the day-to-day operations of projects are transitioned effectively to Project Managers and Superintendents from Preconstruction when work commences in the field
• Mentor, train, and coach staff to perform to or exceed Suffolk standards
• Represent Suffolk to the Owner(s), Architects, Consultants, Government Authorities, Vendors and Subcontractors
• Participate in and contribute to the RFP response process including editing for project specific content, and interview preparation and participation as requested
• Participate in Contract negotiation as requested
• Responsible for ensuring that Projects achieve budget, schedule, quality, and profitability objectives
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the Suffolk/Owner Contract
• Ensure project team understanding of same and that project achieves compliance with
• Visit sites regularly to monitor project performance, schedule, and expenditures with project staff, highlight potential challenges and provide leadership in responding creatively to bring projects in on schedule and under budget, where feasible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10-15 years of construction management experience for a large-scale general contractor or CM at Risk firm
• Data center and/or heavy MEP system experience a plus
• In-depth knowledge of intricate commercial construction practices required
• Experience leading multiple successful project teams including development of direct reports and maintaining relationships with external entities
• The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems

Skills

• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of construction contracts and legal agreements
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles
• Market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources
• Company paid and voluntary life insurance
• Tax deferred savings accounts
• 10 backup daycare days each year
• Short- and long-term disability
• Commuter benefits