Project Executive - Fargo, United States - Agcmn

Description

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

The Project Executive will plan and lead key projects or multiple projects from inception through deployment, providing day-to-day management and oversight of project resources, tasks, issues, timelines, cost and scope.

In addition to managing projects, a Project Executive is responsible for:

The success and profitability of projects

Successful management of project financials, including fee retention
Client satisfaction

Leading by example
Promoting the McGough way
Guiding and mentoring project management staff to ensure these individuals are trained for the next level in their career
Fostering and building relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliers
Championing company initiatives
Qualifications

Required:
Four-year degree in Construction Management or related degree
15+ years managing large and/or simultaneous projects, including experience with self-perform capabilities
Demonstrated experience building strong partnerships and trust with external partners, including owners, owner's representatives, design firms, and subcontractors
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Thorough and detail-oriented
Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision

Preferred:
Estimating and field experience a plus
Scheduling experience preferred
Office and Travel

Office:
Various jobsites and/or corporate/regional office.

Travel:
In addition to regional meetings, overnight travel may be involved.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development

Take lead in responding to RFPs with Marketing
Take lead in interview preparation
Take lead in preconstruction effort
Client relationships (establish/maintain/build)
Design partner relationships (establish/maintain/build)
Owner's representative relationships (establish/maintain/build)
Lead/coordinate page turn
Identify and pursue leads prior to RFPs being issued; assist in acquiring new work
Verify scope/budget/schedule are in alignment throughout preconstruction process
Promotion of other McGough services (SP, Industrial, FM, Development, etc.)

McGough Self-Performed Work

Understand and oversee quantity take-offs and assist in estimating labor production, materials and equipment
Understand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools, services and costs
Oversee implementation of PACE preparation and projections
Scope bid materials (concrete, rebar, brick, etc.)
Approve Critical Path Method schedules for our work

Estimating and Bidding

Review estimates prepared by project managers and estimating
Lead estimate presentation to owner/design team
Review proposed subcontractors prior to presenting to owner
Final review/sign subcontractors

Scheduling

Last Planner coach/champion
Lead preconstruction scheduling effort
Construction schedule review and oversight

Project Oversight

Understand project staffing needs and make sure proper resources are involved
Review and understand project financial condition and profitability (PACE)
Assure the safety protocols are in place and adhered to
Regular jobsite walks with McGough project staff
Understand the requirements of our Owner's contract, as well as Subcontractors

Project Management Oversight

Coach/Mentor project management staff
Understand specific training needs of staff
Review and understand global project management staffing needs and available resources
Ensure project management staff is mentoring at all levels

Post-Construction

Ensure cost history information is uploaded
Follow up with owner on lessons learned, strengths/weaknesses
Ensure internal "lessons learned" meeting is held

Other Responsibilities

Participate in company business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.)
Establish relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors
Pursue new relationships with potential clients and design firms
Attend and participate in project management and other company meetings
Attend any training – personal and/or professional development – that is relevant to the position
Actively participate in company-sponsored events
Perform functions of PM and Sr. PM as may be necessary for project success
Support and follow standard of work
Participate in Lean events and support the McGough Way
Other responsibilities as assigned

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position involves sitting for extended periods of time while working at a computer terminal. Employee must be able to communicate effectively in a typical office environment with a standard level of office noise. Occasional standing, bending, walking and lifting is also required.

Employee will be required to visit construction jobsites, which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.

In addition, employee must be able to move around prospective or current project sites. This includes climbing ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, walking long distances, and climbing stairs.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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