Project Executive - Nashville, United States - Yates Construction

    Yates Construction
    Yates Construction Nashville, United States

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    Position:
    Project Executive-Commercial

    Yates is proud to be an industry leader in construction and engineering services.

    To be a top of class organization, Yates is dedicated to hiring individuals who understand the importance of safety; instills integrity in all aspects of their lives; are passionate about what they do; and committed to providing value to our clients.


    Skills and Experience:
    This position will provide overall leadership for project performance, contract negotiations, client relations, budget, schedule, and trade partner management.

    The Project Executive will also lead and maintain compliance with corporate safety and quality standards and will serve as the direct point of contact for clients.


    Requirements:
    Bachelor's Degree – Construction Management or Engineering with a minimum of 15+ years of GC experience.
    Medium to large project experience ($20M+) is required

    Must share our Core Values:
    Safety, Integrity, Passion, and Commitment.
    Strong problem solving and analytical skills, including the judgment to know when to escalate issues up the chain of command
    Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented, and the ability to multi-task
    Strong working knowledge of contract terms and legal provisions that impact project profitability
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior management and clients
    A proven track record of motivating project team to exceed project goals
    Effective negotiation and contract management skills to represent the company with the Owner
    Self-Motivated, and self-confident
    Ability to develop client relationships to gain future work
    Ability to recruit and build a project team.
    Project Acquisition

    Using industry contacts to generate leads
    Participate in RFP process
    Participate in Contract negotiations as needed

    Pre-Construction / Project Start-up

    Work with Pre-Con team to develop budgets and schedules
    Assemble project Team
    Lead Turnover Meeting between Pre-Con and Project Team.

    Project Operations

    Thoroughly understand contract and ensure project team understands and is compliant
    Visit project site regularly to monitor performance
    Monitor and evaluate performance of project team
    Full understanding of Accounts Receivable, Financial Forecasting and P&L for project
    Assist project staff with Baseline Schedule development
    Assist project team Lean/Last Planner processes
    Champion project safety program and performance

    Client Management

    Attend owner and project meetings, maintain continuous client communication


    Key Markets:
    High-rise structures including condominiums, apartments, and office
    Retail
    Industrial manufacturing
    Federal & military construction
    Gaming and entertainment
    Hospitality
    The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job.

    The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.


    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EOE/Vets/Disabilities/M/F

    Yates performs heavy construction and building work throughout the United States and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.


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    Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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